Look into their eyes as they look into our soulsNeed rescue help? Start here

Help starts with being heard

An animal needs help.
Tell us what’s happening.

Cats, dogs, birds and other small or large animals — share what you know so GAW can consider the next step.

An emergency? Please call directly.

Call GAW on 02 8006 0164. If an animal needs urgent veterinary treatment, contact a veterinarian or emergency veterinary hospital. Do not wait for an online reply.

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Request rescue help

Tell us what you can see and where the animal is now. It is fine to choose “Not sure”. Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

About the animal

For example, a road incident or a fall. Leave blank if you do not know.

Describe any visible injuries, movement or behaviour and why you are concerned. Observe from a safe distance.

Where is the animal?

Use the animal’s current location. Include a street number, cross street or landmark where possible.

Include safe access, any hazards, permission to enter or whether to call on approach. Please leave out gate codes and other security details.

How can we reach you?

Sending this form does not confirm a rescue or an arrival time. If the animal needs urgent help, please call.

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