City of Whitehorse - Pets in Emergencies

Pets in Emergencies

Your animals are your responsibility and you need to prepare for their safety and welfare in the case of an emergency.

Be Prepared

Include your animals in household emergency plans
Properly identify your pets e.g. name tags, Council tag, microchip or band
Keep a list of emergency phone numbers on display
Be aware that some Emergency Relief Centres may not cater for animals so plan alternatives accordingly

Act Early

If moving animals to a safer place, do so early to avoid unnecessary risk
Ensure there is access to plenty of food and water if you are leaving them behind
If staying at home secure animals early enough so that they do not run away

Be Considerate

If you have to leave pets behind, leave them indoors

Place pets in separate rooms with small or preferable no windows e.g. laundry or bathroom

Provide adequate food and water in large heavy bowls

If left outside, do not tie them up

Act Safely
Your safety, and that of your family, is very important, so please act responsibly when trying to find and protect your pets.