How to Help Street Animals — tips, experience, and real actions

• Spot common signs of heat stress early
• Move the animal to shade and offer water
• Cool gradually with cool (not icy) water and fans
• Avoid ice and harsh cooling methods
• Know when to seek emergency veterinary care
• Preventive tips for walks, home and car safety
• How to help stray animals during hot days
• What to keep in a pet first-aid kit for heat

• Understand the issue and act ethically
• Map hotspots and collect facts
• Photograph responsibly and tell stories
• Mobilize neighbors and volunteers
• Run small local campaigns and events
• Partner with shelters and vets
• Use social media and local media wisely
• Aim for long-term solutions like spay/neuter

• Identify which animals use your feeder
• Safe vs. unsafe foods for birds, cats, and dogs
• Proper storage to prevent mold and contamination
• Portion sizes and feeding frequency
• Cleaning routines and hygiene
• Choosing a safe, sheltered location
• Seasonal adjustments to food choices
• Coordinate with neighbors and shelters

• Recognize common rabies signs: behavior change, drooling, paralysis
• Do not approach or touch the animal
• If bitten: wash wound, seek medical care immediately
• For pets: isolate safely and call your vet
• For wildlife: keep distance and report the animal
• Who to contact: veterinarian, animal control, health services
• Prevention: keep vaccinations up to date
• Stay calm and document what you observe

• Check teeth and gums for wear and tartar
• Observe eyes for clarity or cloudiness
• Assess coat condition and skin health
• Evaluate body condition and muscle tone
• Watch behavior and activity levels
• Note mobility: stiffness or limping
• Basic steps to safely approach an animal
• When to seek veterinary care
• Immediate aid: feeding, shelter, temporary care

• Assess the scene and prioritize personal safety
• Try to reach the animal with a tool before entering water
• Use a rope, pole, towel, or boat to assist retrieval
• Enter the water only if trained and safe to do so
• Provide warmth and check breathing after rescue
• Seek veterinary help for breathing problems or injuries
• Prevent future accidents with supervision and gear
• Stay calm and act step by step

• Feeding at roadsides creates danger for animals and people
• Animals can dash into traffic and cause accidents
• Food attracts more animals and pests
• Littered packaging harms wildlife and environment
• Safer alternatives exist for helping animals
• What to do when you find an animal near a road
• Community actions and shelter support are key

• Assess the animal's condition and risk before approaching
• Prepare a safe carrier or temporary enclosure
• Calm and handle the animal gently and securely
• Secure the animal in the car for everyone's safety
• Basic first aid and what to give in transit
• Where to take the animal: vet, shelter, volunteer support
• Record time, place and photos to help find the owner
• What to do if you can't transport it yourself
• Ethical and legal considerations when helping

• Basic first-aid items for pets
• Wound care and disinfectants
• Tools: tweezers, thermometer, gloves
• Vet-approved medications only
• Important documents and emergency contacts
• Storage, checks, and restocking routine