Animal advocate

Heather Reeder is our animal advocate. Heather is available for animal welfare concerns and advice Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

What our animal advocate does

Our animal advocate acts as the voice for animals on the island.

They:

• microchip pets and register them on the New Zealand Companion Animal Register (NZCAR)

• update microchip details

• help with pet behavioural issues

• help injured pets - assess and refer to a vet where necessary

• help match pets with suitable owners

• help to rehome your pet if you can no longer look after it

• works with volunteers and foster carers

• manage the cattery

• help socialise cats to prepare them for adoption.

Community education

Our animal advocate also educates the community about responsible pet ownership by:

• giving talks to schools and early learning centres

• promoting desexing, microchipping and animal welfare standards.