‘Stop Kitty Littering’ is a new campaign aiming to address increased numbers of cats being impounded and euthanised in Golden Plains Shire.
Following on from the success of the ‘First in, best de-sexed’ program, from Saturday 1 September 2018 Council will be offering residents, with support of local vets, a 50% discount on desexing with each new cat registration.
Over the last year, there has been a 62% increase in pound fees for cats and dogs delivered to the pound, resulting in significant increased costs to the community.
Mayor, Cr Helena Kirby, says ‘Stop kitty littering’ is a great initiative.
“It’s fantastic that we can be more active in this space, and the fact that the ‘First in, best desexed’ offer was expended so quickly shows our community are willing to be responsible pet owners.”
“Council is working hard to build community awareness and support for de-sexing pets and improved registration levels will be key to reducing the cost to the community.”
“It is in our residents’ best interests to get their animals desexed; registration fees for desexed animals are much cheaper, and no one wants to deal with an unexpected litter of kittens.”
“I urge our residents to get in quick – this great desexing discount is limited by our budget and once it’s gone, the offer will end.”
Golden Plains Shire residents are encouraged to monitor our website and social media for updates on the offer.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for the offer, the cat must be currently unregistered and the vet practices will need to process registration applications on site at their facilities.
What to do
Contact one of these two Vet clinics to organise an appointment (make sure you mention this offer).
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For residents in the south of the Shire: GOLDEN PLAINS VETERINARY PRACTICE |
For residents in the north of the Shire: SMYTHESDALE VETERINARY PRACTICE |
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Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council
Media contact: Ann Card, Senior Communications and Marketing Officer, Golden Plains Shire Council
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