Council supports De-Sex in the City

Cat owners are sure to look like the cat who got the canary when they snap up the massive discount on offer in the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge (SCARS) ‘De-Sex in the City’ campaign.

Don’t miss out on one of 500 $49 cat de-sexing vouchers available from 2 April 2012 at the animal refuge.

This year Supa IGA Maleny is the main ‘De-Sex in the City’ campaign sponsor and more than 20 vets throughout the Sunshine Coast are generously participating.

Community Response Manager, Sheryl Krome said Sunshine Coast Council was excited to support the terrific campaign aimed at encouraging responsible pet ownership.

"As part of the Sunshine Coast Pet Partnership Group, council is proudly championing this wonderful initiative," Ms Krome said.

"The de-sexing vouchers represent an approximate 50% discount for a male cat, and an approximate 75% discount for a female cat, on their normal rates.

"Coast residents who take advantage of this great initiative will not only be getting a massive discount with the de-sexing voucher, but will also be carrying out a good deed.

"Do the right thing for you and your cat. Be a responsible pet owner."

The vouchers will be available between Tuesday and Saturday 9am to 4pm, and Sunday 10am to 2pm from 2 April at SCARS, 28 Sippy Creek Road, Tanawha.

Rosalie Symons from SCARS said participating residents were also encouraged to visit the lovely cats and dogs housed at the refuge when they purchased their de-sexing vouchers.

"SCARS can house approximately 70 dogs and 50 cats at any given time. We accept cats and dogs from the Sunshine Coast Council Pound after owners cannot be traced, and from private surrenders," she said.

"If you think you might be able to provide a loving home for one or more of these lovely animals, why not pop in and say hello."

Ms Symons said a huge thank you must be given to the wonderful vets who had generously agreed to participate in the campaign.

"Once you have purchased your voucher, please assist the vets as much as possible by contacting them early, working within their schedule, advising them that you are a voucher holder, and presenting your cat for the procedure in a healthy condition," she said.

"Each vet will have a slightly different pre-operation routine, so please contact them and they will advise you of their requirements.?

"While booked in for the operation, it may be advantageous for you to discuss microchipping, worming and vaccinations.?Your support of these vets with the ongoing health and care of your pet will also help acknowledge their contribution."

Thanks to all the below Sunshine Coast Vets for their participation:

• All Animal Vet Services, 14 Rigby Street, Nambour. Ph: 5441 2355
• Bli Bli Veterinary Surgery, 2 Kennedy Road, Bli Bli?(LIMITED NUMBERS). Ph: 5448 5055
• Buderim Veterinary Surgery, 137 King Street, Buderim.?Ph: 5445 2288
• Chancellor Park Veterinary Surgery, 431 Tanawha Tourist Drive, Tanawha. Ph: 5445 5288
• Cooroora Vet Clinic, 12 Diamond Street, Cooroy?(LIMITED NUMBERS).?Ph: 5447 6733
• Currimundi Veterinary Surgery, 698C Nicklin Way, Currimundi (LIMITED NUMBERS). Ph: 5493 8222
• District Vet Surgeons, 20 Coral Street, Maleny?(LIMITED NUMBERS).?Ph: 5499 9077
• Kenilworth Veterinary Surgery, 4 Elizabeth St, Kenilworth (LIMITED NUMBERS).?Ph: 5472 3085
• Lamington Terrace Vet Surgery, 18 Lamington Tce, Nambour. Ph: 5441 3333
• Maroochydore Vet Surgery, 29 Maud St, Maroochydore (MALE CATS ONLY). Ph: 5443 1330
• Montville Vet Clinic, 26 Kondalilla Falls Road, Montville. Ph: 5445 7666
• Mooloolaba Vet Surgery, 122 Brisbane Rd, Mooloolaba?(LIMITED NUMBERS). Ph: 5444 1566
• Mooloolah Veterinary Surgery, 3/1 Mooloolah Connection Road, Mooloolah.?Ph: 5492 9510
• Mountain Creek Vet Clinic, 16 Karawatha, Drive, Mountain Creek.?Ph: 5444 1877
• Nicklin Way Vet Surgery, 202 Nicklin Way, Warana.?Ph: 5493 2655
• Palmwoods Veterinary Clinic, 4 Briggs Street, Palmwoods. Ph: 5445 9500
• Sunshine Beach Vet Surgery, 1/46 Duke Street, Sunshine Beach. Ph: 5447 4569
• Sunshine Coast Vets,12 Memorial Ave, Pomona. Ph: 5485 0088
• Sunshine Hinterland Veterinary Clinic, 6 National Park Road, Nambour.?Ph: 5441 3022
• The Park Veterinary Clinic, 227 Pierce Ave, Little Mountain.?Ph: 5438 9909
• Woombye Vet Surgery, 23 Blackall Street, Woombye.?Ph: 5442 2000

For further information about this campaign visit SCARS website.

The Sunshine Coast Pet Partnership Group comprises a number of key animal welfare organisations, vets and councils. Committee members include SCARS, 4Paws, RSPCA, The Australian Veterinary Association, Moreton Bay Regional Council and Sunshine Coast Council. The group meets quarterly and works together to educate and encourage responsible pet ownership across the region.