ACRES Animal Concerns Education and Research Society

The only charity in Singapore that rescues wildlife, ACRES has been around since 2001 and has continuously increased her efforts for saving all the wild animals. Whether it’s intercepting animals brought in for the illegal pet trade, rescuing some of our native wildlife who has gotten lost or educating youth and the public on wildlife, there’s so much that goes on at this centre.
You’ll also find the quarantine here, where wild animals are kept as they’re nursed back to health, or housed before they’re sent back to their country of origin, or to a climate suitable for them. The quarantine if off limits though, so if you want to see the animals you need vaccinations, training, commitment as a volunteer and a non-​squirmy nature (there are snakes!).
There’s also the education centre, where schools often visit for talks, activities and to learn more about wildlife. You’ll need to plan the dates with the Education Department, so do give the office a call and you’ll get more details.
If you do want to come down and visit by yourself or with a group, someone may be free to give you a tour during office hours. Just be sure to call first, because it’s a long way away!
To get there, a shuttle bus from CCK MRT to Qian Hu fishfarm departs every hour from 830 to 530; it’s about a 10 minute walk from there. You can get back the same way, but do check out the schedule on Qian Hu’s website first!
When you do go down, visit the store — spend some money on cool tshirts and badges and SAVE all the animals! :D