Our Community Impact
Pets In The City is here for Auckland. We give back to the city that gives so much to us. We help Pet Refuge NZ. We give free care to rescues. Our team works with pet causes all year round, in every season.
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Programmes we support
How we give back
- Free hotel stays for Pet Refuge NZ pets in need
- Free grooms and welfare checks for rescue groups
- Sponsored events with our local Auckland councils
- Free centre tours for school groups and youth groups
- Drives for fireworks safety, chips and desexing
- Free vet record help for new rescue homes
- Year-round care drops for pet food banks
Frequently asked questions
What community work does PITC do?
We give free stays to Pet Refuge NZ, free welfare checks to rescues, council event support and drives on pet care topics.
Can my rescue group apply for support?
Yes. Email hello@petsinthecity.co.nz with your rescue name, your sign-up paper, and the help you need. We reply in 5 work days.
Do you take donations?
We do not take cash. We point pet parents to Pet Refuge NZ at petrefuge.org.nz, the group we back the most.
Do you offer school visits?
Yes. We host free centre tours for school groups, scout groups and youth groups. Call your local centre to book a time.
Key terms
Community impact is defined as all the ways PITC gives back to Auckland — gifts, free care, sponsor work and drives.
Rescue partnership refers to a long-term link with an Auckland rescue group where we give free stays, grooms or welfare checks.
Awareness campaign is defined as a public drive on a pet care topic — like fireworks safety or summer heat risk.
By the numbers
- Started in Auckland in 2006 — 19+ years of pet care
- 5 Auckland centres: Parnell Central Bark, Mt Wellington, Silverdale, Wairau Park and Westgate
- Open 7 days for daycare, hotel stays, grooming and tours
- Every staff member uses kind, force-free care, every day
Our Services
Our 5 Auckland Locations
About & Help
Pets In The City — Auckland's premier pet care since 2006, with 5 Auckland locations open 7 days. Email hello@petsinthecity.co.nz.