#SPCA, Shelters & Sanctuaries | #Hello Heidelberg

HEIDELBERG COMMUNITY & ASSISTANCE HUB

Adopt a pet or support local animal rescues. Find Heidelberg SPCA contacts, animal shelters and wildlife sanctuaries near you. Hello Heidelberg invites organisations, institutions and animal help centres to list their details for free to offer accessible information and help to anyone in Heidelberg.

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WILD ONES (WOARA)

Julian

084 706 3268

Runs snake, reptile, and urban wildlife emergency rescues across Gauteng. They also host educational wildlife shows.

Germiston, South Africa

julian@wildoneseducation.co.za

http://.

https://www.facebook.com/wildonezanimalrescueassistnpc/

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9 June 2026

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Heidelberg SPCA

016 342 4114

Emergency After Hours: 071 994 9960 | WhatsApp: 073 912 1699

The main local animal shelter. They take in stray, abandoned, and surrendered domestic pets. They also inspect animal cruelty cases.

1 Retief St, Heidelberg, Heidelberg - GP, 1441, South Africa

officeadmin@heidelbergspca.co.za

https://heidelbergspca.co.za/

https://www.facebook.com/p/SPCA-Heidelberg-GP-news-61571254974792/

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9 June 2026

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South African Wildlife Rehabilitation Center (SAWRC)

Judy (or Roland for field collections)

073 112 1131

A fully permitted center that rescues and rehabs injured or orphaned wild animals and birds. Located just outside Heidelberg in Springs.

63 First St, Vischkuil AH, Vischkuil, 1559, South Africa

judy.sawrc@gmail.com

https://www.sawrc.org.za/

https://www.facebook.com/SouthAfricanWildlifeRehab

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9 June 2026

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#Organisation, Institute or Help Centre Name:

Contact Person:

062 166 2166

Business WhatsApp: 062 166 2166

We invite any animal welfare organisations to list their details here for free.

Heidelberg, Gauteng, South Africa

hello@helloheidelberg.co.za

https://www.helloheidelberg.co.za

https://www.facebook.com/helloheidelberggauteng

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9 June 2026

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Wildlife Translocation Association (WTA)

016 341 2534

A local group focused on the professional moving and temporary housing of wild herbivores.

59 Pretorius St, Heidelberg, Heidelberg - GP, 1441, South Africa

https://wtass.org/contact_us/Contact-Us.aspx

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9 June 2026

GOOD TO KNOW: Help and Advice

🐶 Why You Should Adopt Your Next Dog From the SPCA

Adopting a dog from the SPCA animal shelter brings immense joy to your home and directly fights animal cruelty. When you choose to adopt rather than buy, you give a second chance to a dog that may have been abandoned, lost or mistreated.

🌟 The Top Benefits of SPCA Adoption

Save a Life: Shelter dogs just want a loving family, and adoption frees up space to save another animal in need.
Fully Vetted Pets: The SPCA ensures that all adopted dogs are healthy, sterilised, and up to date on their essential medical checks.
Save Money: Choosing shelter adoption is much more affordable than buying a puppy from a breeder or a commercial pet shop.
Find a Match: Shelter workers know the dogs well and will help you pick a pet that fits your daily routine.

📦 What the Community Can Donate

The Heidelberg SPCA Wish List relies heavily on local donations to keep their facilities running. The community can assist by donating dog and puppy food, warm winter blankets, dog jerseys and sturdier items like wooden pallets to keep pet beds off cold concrete floors. They also look for basic garden tools, cleaning supplies and building materials to help repair animal enclosures. If you love to read, you can even donate your pre-read books directly to the on-site SPCA Book Shop, where they are resold to raise vital funds for animal care.

🐕 Services Offered by the Heidelberg SPCA

The Heidelberg SPCA Services page highlights several vital programs aimed at protecting local animals:

Animal Shelter: Safe housing for stray, abandoned and surrendered dogs and cats.
Inspectorate Department: Specialised inspectors who investigate cruelty reports and complete home safety checks.
Lost & Found: A dedicated community tracing network to reunite lost pets with their owners.
Boarding Kennels: Safe and spacious holiday boarding facilities for local pet owners.
Youth & Education: Educational outreach initiatives designed to teach schools about proper animal care.

🤝 How to Get Involved with Heidelberg SPCA

You can contact the office at 016 342 4114 or visit them in person at 1 Retief Street, Heidelberg, Gauteng to explore these involvement options:

Become a Member: Sign up formally to assist with general facility maintenance, gardening, or marketing.
Sponsor a Kennel: Donate R100 a month to cover food and shelter costs for a specific animal.
Volunteer Your Time: Visit the kennels to walk dogs, socialise animals, or clean pens.
Report Cruelty: Act as a voice for the voiceless by phoning their emergency line at 071 994 9960 if you witness neglect.