Pets are vulnerable to flooding too
The AACL Inspectorate are ready and willing to assist and can be contacted on 011 435 0672.
WEATHER forecasters are warning Gauteng residents of a strong possibility of further flash flooding.
Residents need to be extra vigilant for their own safety and that of animals. Animals are just as defenceless and vulnerable when faced with rapidly rising water and could be swept away if kept on a running chain or tied up.
The Animal Anti Cruelty League (AACL) offers advice on how to keep pets out of harm’s way in the event of flooding:
• Pets must be able to move to higher ground, away from rising water, so pet owners should note where water accumulates on their property during storms and avoid these areas.
• Ensure that the pet has a shelter or a kennel that is raised off the ground (on a pallet, slab of concrete or bricks).
• Do not chain or tie the animal next to the fence or wall if there is a chance it could collapse onto the animal.
• Pets should have collars and tags as well as microchips.
• Any drainage pipes or holes in fences should be meshed across to allow water to escape but still prevent an animal from being swept away;
• If you happen to see a stray animal that is scared and will not approach you, contact the AACL or your local shelter for assistance. As the animal may be far removed from home, it may be very frightened and require special training and equipment to capture. The AACL inspectorate are ready and willing to assist and can be contacted on 011 435 0672.
Read the AACL brochure on stray animals, on their website, www.aacl.co.za/education, for further information and as a reference regarding the law and what to do in the event of finding a stray animal.
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