An Oyonnax association now based in Arbent
Founded on 14 October 1971, SPA d’Oyonnax had Jean Evrard as its first president; his name is also associated with the refuge. Its official history records the move to Arbent on 21 June 2018. Keep Arbent in mind when planning your journey: the association has retained its original Oyonnax name.
A small refuge with a mainly feline population
The current premises can accommodate only three dogs, so cats are the main focus. Adult cats live in a cage-free cattery, with separate kitten and infirmary rooms also available. For dogs, the refuge has outdoor kennels within a fenced park and indoor accommodation to keep them warm through winter.
Arrange an appointment to meet an animal
The animal directory separates adoptable dogs and cats from sponsored animals and former residents already adopted. Identify the companion you would like to discuss before contacting the volunteers. Public visits take place by appointment in the afternoons, except Mondays and Thursdays, so arrange your meeting before travelling to Arbent.
Provide a family setting with the refuge’s support
Foster families provide companionship and socialisation while the association covers food and care costs. A placement also frees space at the refuge. Decisions take account of the animal’s health and the household’s safety. Describe your home and any animals already living with you so that the volunteers can consider a suitable placement together with you.
Help a team run entirely by volunteers
Adult volunteers handle care, cleaning, maintenance and collections. The support page lists wet food, litter, blankets and cleaning supplies among useful material donations. Sponsoring an animal contributes to their expenses and brings news of their progress. It offers a continuing connection for someone who cannot provide a home themselves.
Contact the refuge on rue du Jura
The address is 9 rue du Jura, 01100 Arbent. Call 04 74 77 53 64 daily between 15:00 and 17:30, or email spa.oyonnax01@orange.fr. If nobody answers, leave your details and the reason for calling. Read the official contact instructions and locate the refuge on the AnimalProtech map.
Frequently asked questions
- Does AnimalProtech verify SPA d'Oyonnax?
- AnimalProtech organizes public information and helps review community corrections, but each donation, adoption, or contact should be verified directly through the animal rescuer's or organization's official channels.
- How can I contact SPA d'Oyonnax?
- Use the public channels saved on this page and confirm that the opened profile matches SPA d'Oyonnax, the location Arbent - Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes - France, and the displayed identifiers.
- Is it safe to donate or adopt using only this page?
- No. Use this page as a starting point, then confirm identity, need, accountability, and public history before donating, sending documents, or adopting.
- How can I correct incomplete or outdated information?
- Use the contribution form at the end of the page and send verifiable public links. Do not send personal documents, private addresses, or sensitive third-party data.