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Australia’s climate is bringing hotter summers, bigger storms and more frequent floods, and our pets, wildlife and livestock feel the impact too.
Heat, fire, heavy rain and flooding can all become emergencies very quickly, so having a simple plan and knowing what to do can make a real difference.
Dr Mia’s article is a great place to start for understanding how heat affects animals and what we can do to help. Boop here to read the article.
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Watch this video 📺 - it’s a great reminder that a little planning can make a big difference for pets in an emergency. When heat, storms, fires or floods hit, having a plan in place helps you act quickly and keep pets, wildlife and livestock safe.
RSPCA SA’s Pet Emergency Plan video walks through simple steps you can take now to be better prepared when the unexpected happens.
Watch RSPCA SA's Pet Emergency Plan video here
And if you want a quick, easy checklist to start your planning, this graphic from RSPCA SA shows what to include in your pet emergency kit.
Below are links to RSPCA emergency information and planning tools for pets in your state or territory:
ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA
Helpful tips to keep your pets and wildlife cool and safe
Ready to Go
Emergency planning checklist and advice for pet owners in the ACT.
NSW
Emergency preparedness for animals
Advice on including pets and livestock in your emergency plan, how to prepare them
for heatwaves, storms, floods and bushfires, and what to pack in your kit.
NT
Protecting your pet in an emergency
Guidance on preparing for emergencies and keeping pets safe during disasters.
QLD
Get Ready Queensland
Official Queensland government advice on preparing pets for disasters and emergencies.
SA
Animals in emergencies
Advice on planning for pets and livestock, including emergency kits and evacuation planning.
TAS
Ready Pet Go
Emergency planning resources and checklists for pet owners, including what to pack and how to evacuate.
VIC
Emergency planning
How to include pets in your emergency plan, what to pack and what to do in an emergency.
WA
Ready Pet Go
Emergency planning checklist and resources to keep your pet safe during disasters.
Helpful tips to keep your pets and wildlife cool and safe
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Heatstroke: How to spot heatstroke in pets and what to do to keep them safe.
Keeping all types of pets cool: Practical tips for keeping dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and other pets cool in hot weather.
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Helping wildlife during a heatwave: How you can support wildlife during extreme heat, including what to do if you find an animal in distress.
Small companion animals in hot weather: Why small pets need extra care in heat, and practical tips to keep them safe.
Pet Circle homemade summer recipes ☀️
Keep your pet cool with vet-formulated homemade recipes!
Discover easy, healthy treats like Berry Yoghurt Pupsicles for dogs and Tuna Kitty Cubes for cats. A fun and delicious way to spoil your furry friend safely this summer.
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