Phone: 377 1912
Fax: 377 1298

We are located at:

299 Ngaumutawa Rd.
Masterton.

HOURS
8:30AM - 4:00PM
Monday - Friday
Weekends: by appointment.

email: click here

Lost an animal?

Found an animal?

email us or phone us with the details.

We need the name, breed and age and most importantly, where the animal was lost or found.

Got a picture? Email us that too and we'll post it here on the website.

Wairarapa SPCA tries to ensure that all healthy unwanted animals coming into our care are offered for adoption to homes that we consider acceptable and that will be in the best interests of the animal. The Wairarapa SPCA reserves the right to refuse adoption.

You must have a fully fenced property to decrease the chance of the animal straying.

If you wish to adopt a puppy, it is necessary for someone in your household to be home during the day. This is important both to supply regular small feeds and for socialisation and training.

All dogs and puppies available for adoption have undergone a thorough veterinary check-up and are approved by our veterinarians.

All animals are vaccinated and treated to eliminate worms. Their temperament and behavioural habits are thoroughly tested to ensure that they will be adopted to homes that will best suit them.

The Wairarapa SPCA maintains a very strict policy on desexing and neuters both male and female dogs prior to adoption. This policy is strictly enforced as the Society's contribution to reducing the misery of unwanted, surplus animals.

Wairarapa SPCA does not sell animals. We do ask for assistance to partially recover our costs. Unless otherwise advised, you will be asked to contribute only $200 for a dog, $70 for a cat and $100 for a kitten.

The cost of preparing an animal for adoption includes veterinary checks, vaccination and worming treatments, desexing charges and an apportioned share of attendants' costs, food, other overheads and, where possible, local Council registration.

If you wish to give a donation to further assist us with these costs, it would be greatly appreciated.

It is best to call us first on 06 377 1912 to discuss the types of dogs and puppies we have available for adoption.

Dogs and puppies available for adoption may be viewed at the Wairarapa SPCA between 10am and 4pm seven days a week. You can also view a selection of dogs we have in addition to those shown here.

After completing the Dog Adoption Questionnaire, we will be pleased to share with you all the information that is available about the animal's background and to give you our assessment of its temperament. They can advise you and help you to select a suitable animal for your situation.

Adoptees of dogs and puppies may be subject to a property check by an SPCA Inspector. This is simply to determine whether adequate fencing and kennel facilities exist. Our Adoption Team will arrange for an SPCA Inspector to perform a property check and the adoption process can continue after the Inspector's approval. You do not need to be at home when the Inspector does their check.

We will contact you with the decision on the property check and if approval has been given, the adoption process will continue and an appointment made to collect your new companion.

With the adoption of dogs you will then be asked to sign a form to acknowledge your understanding of the full terms and conditions of adoption before you leave with your chosen one.

See our Caring for a New Pet page to find out in detail how to take care of your new pet.