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Te Puni Kīrehe Āhuru o Henderson

Henderson Animal Shelter

COVID-19 Alert Level 2 – Animal shelter information

Animals in care at council shelters will continue to be looked after.

Animal shelters are open to the public but with strict entry conditions and required health and safety measures in place. We will be limiting entry numbers to ensure physical distancing rules can be met. If possible, please call the shelter ahead of visiting.

Viewing of dogs for adoption is by appointment only.

If your dog goes missing please check the Auckland Council impounded animals Facebook page or phone the council on 09 301 0101.

Contact details

48 The Concourse, Henderson

Call Henderson Animal Shelter on09 836 7777

has@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Viewing times for adoptions

Monday to Friday: 10.15am-4.15pm
Weekends and public holidays: 11am-3pm
Christmas Day: closed.

Collect impounded dogs

Monday to Friday: 8.30pm-4.30pm
Weekends and public holidays: 11am-3pm
Christmas Day: closed.

Micro-chip your dog

The Henderson Animal Shelter can microchip your dog. Contact the shelter for more information.

Cost of micro-chipping:

Read fee table.
Dog fees	Fee (incl. GST)
Micro-chip a dog	$30

Payment options

Cash
Eftpos
Credit card: Visa or MasterCard. A convenience fee of 1.75 per cent of your payment amount applies.