RSPCA NSW Shelters re-open to the public!

RSPCA NSW shelters and care centres across the state are ready to welcome walk-in adoptions effective Monday 15 June 2020.

Opening our doors again to the public will bring an end to our successful ‘Adopt from Home’ program.

Launched in April, the online initiative found homes for 2680 animals in RSPCA NSW shelters and Petbarns across the state.

“Thank you to everyone who has continued to support us, it has been heart-warming to see the community turn to animal companionship during these challenging times,” says RSPCA NSW CEO Steve Coleman.

“We hope this support will continue as we re-open our doors to the public to adopt animals in our care.”

Please see below to find the latest opening hours for your nearest RSPCA NSW shelter, care centre, and vet clinic, as they may have changed.

Location opening hours post-COVID-19

Blue Mountains Shelter: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Monday and Wednesday)
Orange Shelter: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Thursday)
Broken Hill Shelter and Vet Hospital: Normal operating hours
Sydney Shelter and Vet Hospital: Normal operating hours
Coffs Harbour Shelter: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Thursday)
Port Macquarie Shelter: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Thursday)
Illawarra Shelter: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Thursday)
Central Coast Shelter: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Thursday)
Hunter Shelter and Vet Hospital: Open 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Thursday)
Tighes Hill Vet Hospital: Normal operating hours
Care Centre Tuggerah: Normal operating hours

All operational changes are made in line with Federal and NSW State Government regulations implemented to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Whilst restrictions have eased, RSPCA NSW encourages the practice of safe social distancing and hygiene measures while visiting our locations. Limits on the number of people allowed inside the shelter at any time will be monitored and varied from shelter to shelter.

All animals available for adoption can be found online at rspcansw.org.au/adopt

Visit our online blog for the latest updates on our response to the pandemic and for tips on how to prepare your animals for life after COVID-19.