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Living with cats in Australia

What should be in a bushfire plan for my cat?

Include your cat in the household emergency plan before fire season. Keep a labelled carrier accessible, practise calm carrier entry, identify more than one pet-friendly destination and prepare several days of food, water, medication, litter and records.

A good next step

  • Evacuate early when advised; frightened cats can be difficult to find.
  • Keep a current photo and microchip details.
  • Follow your state emergency service and local authority advice.

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Some questions need a vet, not a webpage.

Seek urgent veterinary help for breathing difficulty, collapse, seizures, severe pain, major trauma, suspected poisoning, heatstroke, or repeated straining without passing urine.

If you are unsure, call your regular vet or nearest emergency veterinary clinic for triage.