What can I do in hot weather to prevent heatstroke in my pet? Heatstroke is a state of hyperthermia (core body temperature elevated above the normal range) resulting in thermal injury to tissues. Heatstroke...
What preparations should I make for my pets in case of an emergency? Emergency planning for pets is an important part of emergency household preparations and greatly increases the likelihood of evacuating your...
How should farm animals be managed during drought? The frequency of exceptionally hot years, low rainfall and low soil moisture has been increasing in recent decades and this...
What can we do to help livestock that have been burnt by a fire? Bushfires are a common occurrence in the Australian landscape and sometimes, despite the best plans and preparation, horses, livestock and...
What should be done when a whale is stranded? Often when a whale is found stranded on a beach, the first reaction of humans is to help return the...
Why do whales strand? It is often very difficult to determine the cause of a whale stranding, however, there are several plausible explanations for...
I’ve found an injured or abandoned bird, what should I do? First you need to check that the bird really is injured or abandoned. In the nesting season, birds that have...
Who should I contact about injured wildlife? If you find a sick or injured wild animal, contact your nearest veterinarian or wildlife carer organisation as soon as...
What should I do if suspect my pet has eaten a poison bait? If you suspect or know that your dog or cat has eaten a poison bait, you must contact your nearest...
My pet has been bitten by a snake, what should I do? In the warmer summer months, snakes become much more active and pet owners need to be careful and safeguard their...
How can I minimise the impact of bushfire smoke on my animals? Bushfires can lead to persistent smoke and related air pollution and this can cause serious negative effects and health problems...
Should I be feeding wildlife affected by bushfires? Under normal circumstances, it is not recommended to feed wildlife as this can make them sick, get them too used...
What should I consider if I need to evacuate my animal in a natural disaster? During a natural disaster such as a bushfire, extreme weather (storms, floods, heatwaves) or earthquake, it may be necessary to...
Can I leave my home to care for animals during the COVID-19 pandemic? It is your responsibility to protect the welfare of animals in your care at all times. You have a legal...