CAWS will be celebrating 15 years in Bathurst when it returns from Tuesday, June 11 to Friday, June 21.

The Kelso Project launched in Bathurst in 2004 with 126 animals desexed, microchipped and vaccinated on the first day.

Since then the Kelso Project has evolved to become CAWS. Since 2014, 2700 animals have come through the scheme in Bathurst, with more than 10,000 animals treated across NSW.

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"CAWS addresses the overpopulation of unwanted companion animals," RSPCA Bathurst branch president Margaret Gaal said.

"We hope to have a positive impact on animal and human welfare and give each animal a chance to get home fit and healthy."

Stewart Street Veterinary Hospital, Durham Street Veterinary Clinic and Bathurst Veterinary Hospital are taking part in this year's scheme.

CAWS offers low-cost desexing, microchipping and vaccination services in targeted regional and remote areas of NSW. The scheme is open to pet owners with a valid pension or health care card.

CAWS also offers education campaigns to increase community awareness about the importance of desexing and other aspects of socially responsible ownership.

For more information or bookings, contact one of the participating vet clinics.