Nelson Centre
Making a difference in Nelson
Volunteer with usSPCA's Nelson Centre was first established in 1896. We are lucky enough to be situated on 10 acres of land close to Nelson city, and our facilities are testament to the incredible support we receive from our community. We have ten members of staff here, with various areas of interest and expertise. We also have two warranted Animal Welfare Inspectors who cover a vast area between Marlborough, Golden Bay, Springs Junction and the West Coast.
The Nelson Centre has a large group of dedicated volunteers who do a range of jobs: cleaning (of course!), dog walking and training, cat care, paperwork, gardening, fostering, fund-raising and whatever else we ask of them! We are extremely lucky to have such a great team of volunteers and supporters.
Did you know we care for around 900 animals each year (mostly cats and kittens)?
We also have a small retail shop at the Centre which sells pet care, training and food products.
Specific enquiries
All cruelty reports should be made by phone: 03 547 7171
If you wish to make an animal welfare complaint, please call our team on 03 547 7171. We are available to process complaints between 8.30am and 5pm daily (Monday to Sunday). At any time, including outside of these hours, to report any animal welfares concerns you can complete our webform.
If you have found a sick or injured animal, and it is safe to do so, please take it to your nearest vet clinic for emergency care. Please call the Centre on 03 547 7171 for advice. All messages will be followed up by the team as soon as possible.
If you are unable to take the animal to a vet, our team is able to respond to emergencies between 8am – 4:30pm, seven days a week.
Do not email or Facebook us to report emergencies.
Our team
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Amy
Centre Manager
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Bruce
Area Manager