More than 30 animals are being cared for at Logan City Council’s Animal Management Centre at Kingston, following recent floods.
Dogs, cats, birds, and even guinea pigs have been taken in by Council officers at no cost to their owners who were evacuated during the floods.
Council is also providing shelter for 19 greyhounds rescued from a flooded property at Logan Reserve, while officers helped to relocate horses to Council land at Tully Park at North Maclean to ensure their safety.
Council workers also rescued an exhausted koala from the roadway and brought it to the safety of the Animal Management Centre, under the care of veterinary staff.
Mayor Darren Power says flood-impacted residents seeking refuge had reached out to Council to assist with their pets’ safety.
“It’s reassuring, in times of need, that Council can provide support for people and their pets.
“It gives residents, who are already distressed, some peace of mind knowing their pets are being looked after by our caring animal team at no cost.”
Veterinarian surgeon Nigel Thomas, owner of Park Ridge Animal Hospital, says extra care was needed for animals displaced by natural disasters.
“People often forget that animals are also under significant duress during these flood events and we need to ensure they are properly cared for.”
Community recovery hubs at Beenleigh and Jimboomba are now open to provide a place where residents can talk to support and recovery staff, receive referrals for community and government agencies and apply for hardship grants.
The hubs are open every day from 9am to 4pm.
The hubs are located at:
- Beenleigh PCYC
20-38 Alamein Street, Beenleigh
- Caddies Community Centre
19-33 South Street, Jimboomba
For emergency assistance, contact the SES on 132 500.
For life-threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000).
Contact Council on 3412 3412.
