Tue. Nov 5th, 2024

The RSPCA NSW Glen Innes Volunteer Supporter Group has donated a new drinking fountain for pets  and their owners to use when walking their furry friends in Glen Innes.

This much-needed service will  allow pet owners to provide their animal companions with fresh drinking water, ensuring pets can stay  happy and hydrated during their outings to ANZAC Park.  

“We are delighted to be able to provide this service for the residents of Glen Innes. We wouldn’t have  been able to introduce the foundation without the support of our community,” said Val Cleaver, Glen  Innes Volunteer Treasurer. 

On behalf of the supporter group, Val extends a heartfelt thank you to Glen Innes Severn Council for  their assistance and coordinating the placement of the fountain.  

The fountain is situated on the walkway at the southern end of ANZAC Park, near the children’s  playground. 

Run entirely by volunteers, the RSPCA NSW Glen Innes Volunteer Supporter Group has spent over  $6,000 this financial year, subsidising desexing for over 50 animals and providing financial emergency  vet assistance for local Glen Innes pets. By preventing unwanted animal litters and supporting pet  owners with essential veterinary services, the supporter group strives to help the community ensure  the happiness and safety of their adorable animal companions. 

Glen Innes Severn Council’s Director of Place and Growth Gayleen Burley said the new drinking  fountain is a practical and welcome addition to ANZAC Park, especially for pet owners and their dogs. 

“Our goal is to continually enhance our residents’ experiences in public areas, and this drinking  fountain, kindly donated by the RSPCA, showcases the positive outcomes of working together,” she  said. 

Glen Innes Severn Council Mayor Rob Banham supported this view, noting its positive impact on the  community.  

“Council is dedicated to supporting initiatives that enhance local amenities and provide benefits to the  community and their pets. We’re excited to see residents and their pets making use of this new  facility.” 

If you would like to donate to the RSPCA NSW Glen Innes Volunteer Supporter Group, or contribute  to the work they do, please contact: gleninnesbranch@rsocansw.org.au. 


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