Following the wave of fires, the Veterinary Services at the Ministry of Agriculture published guidelines for the care of pets during fires and evacuations.
How do you evacuate pets?
- During a fire and evacuation, care must be taken to evacuate the animals as well.
- Dog owners should make sure to take a short leash with them.
- Cats will be carried in a carrying cage.
- The cage should be marked with a piece of cardboard wrapped in plastic and attached to the cage. The cardboard should contain as many identifying details as possible, including the owner's name, phone numbers, and microchip number.
Who do you contact during evacuation?
During the evacuation, follow the instructions of the rescue centers and forces on site. You can contact the local center, the local veterinarian, or the treating veterinarian.
In the event that there is no response at the local authority hotline, the hotline of the Ministry of Agriculture's Intelligence Unit is available at any time at: 03-9559911 and will assist in contacting the hotline at the scene.
Minister of Agriculture: "It is our duty to take care of animals"
Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, MK Uri Ariel: "The fires threaten all of us, including the animals, and therefore it is our duty to take care of them. It is important to follow and follow the instructions issued by the professionals in the veterinary services. In any emergency, do not hesitate to contact the hotline of the Firefighting Unit at the Ministry of Agriculture."
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