Gunnedah residents can bring their pets for free vaccinations, microchipping, and health checks and see inside the shire’s new $1.9 million animal impound facility at an open day later this month.
The Gunnedah Shire Council open day will give the community a behind-the-scenes look at the facility, from animal care to responsible pet ownership.
Open day details:
- When: Friday, 27 November, 10am to 2pm
- Where: Gunnedah Animal Impound Facility, 418 Quia Road, next to the Gunnedah Waste Management Facility (the impound facility has its own entrance)
- What: tours of the facility, a chance to meet council’s Community Safety team, a free barbecue, pet care information, and giveaways
- Free veterinary services: vaccinations, microchipping, and health checks by Gunnedah Veterinary Clinic
Council’s Manager Community Safety Tony Krawczyk said the day was a good chance for residents to look around and learn more about council’s role and responsibilities around compliance and safety.
“The facility plays an important role in caring for lost and displaced animals and helping reunite pets with their owners wherever possible,” Krawczyk said.
“During the Open Day, people will be able to see firsthand what happens when an animal enters the facility and learn about the important work undertaken by Council and its partners to support animal welfare.”
The facility opened in July. It includes sheltered kennels, large exercise yards, a veterinary treatment room, and dedicated spaces to support animal rehoming.
It was purpose-built to improve the welfare of animals in council’s care, with secure accommodation and dedicated treatment and exercise areas. It also gives council more scope to work with local vets and rescue organisations to get good outcomes for animals.
The $1.9 million project was jointly funded by the NSW Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5, the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program Phases 2 and 4, and council.
Krawczyk said visitors would also learn how to keep pets out of the impound in the first place.
“Community members can find out how to register pets, keep microchip details up-to-date, and help reduce the number of animals entering the facility,” he said.
“We encourage families, school groups and animal lovers to come along and explore the facility, meet the team, and learn more about responsible pet ownership and animal welfare.”
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