Since 1 July 2014, the Society of Companion Animal Rescuers (SoCares) has proudly managed the Charmhaven Animal Care Shelter on behalf of Central Coast Council.

 

In August 2021, SoCares was awarded a further contract to continue managing the Charmhaven shelter, along with a new contract to manage the Erina Animal Care Shelter from 1 October 2021.

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In addition to impound operations, we also operate as an adoption centre for stray dogs and cats that are not reclaimed by their owners, giving them a second chance at a loving home.

 

Today, we manage and operate the only two animal pounds on the Central Coast and are recognised as leaders in pound reform, advocating for best-practice animal welfare and rehoming outcomes.

 

SoCares is a registered Not-For-Profit Charity and an approved rehoming organisation Rehoming Authority Number: R251000079