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

• Watch for signs of hypothermia
• Provide insulated shelters for outdoor animals
• Offer warming food and unfrozen water
• Prepare an emergency kit for cold-weather rescues
• Support shelters and volunteers
• Coordinate neighborhood efforts

• Recognize fear and respect the animal’s boundaries
• Provide a safe, quiet space
• Use calm body language and a soft voice
• Offer treats and positive reinforcement
• Work with gradual desensitization
• Watch stress signals and body language
• Know when to consult a vet or behaviorist
• Engage volunteers and the community for help

• Quick check: signs of injury or infection
• Safe way to examine your pet's paw at home
• First aid: stop bleeding, clean, dress the wound
• When to see a veterinarian urgently
• How to bandage a paw correctly
• Preventive care for pads and nails
• Common mistakes to avoid
• Emotional comfort and handling during recovery

• Observe first before approaching
• Learn fear vs. friendly signals
• Safe ways to offer food and water
• Provide simple shelter and warmth
• Support sterilization (TNR) and vet care
• Coordinate with neighbors and volunteers

• Provide constant access to fresh water
• Create shaded, cool resting places
• Walk pets early or late, avoid midday heat
• Never leave animals in vehicles
• Watch for signs of overheating
• Give basic first aid for heatstroke
• Help street animals with water and shade
• Coordinate neighborhood or volunteer support

• Ensure safety for the animal and people
• Check collar, tag and microchip
• Provide temporary shelter, water and food
• Share clear posts in local groups and put up flyers
• Contact shelters, vets and volunteer networks
• Keep records of identifying features and photos
• Follow legal and ethical steps before rehoming
• Use a simple found-pet announcement template

• Choose a safe, sheltered location
• Build a simple roofed shelter and sturdy feeders
• Provide clean water and stable food containers
• Set a cleaning and maintenance schedule
• Coordinate with neighbors and volunteers
• Know basic safety and when to call a vet
• Manage donations and supplies
• Adjust for seasons and weather

• Why vaccinating stray animals matters
• Common vaccines used for street dogs and cats
• How to prepare and keep vaccinations safe
• Humane capture and handling tips
• Post-vaccination observation and record keeping
• How communities and volunteers can support
• Practical next steps to help

• Assess the animal and safety of the scene
• Prepare a carrier, towel, leash, and basic first aid
• Approach calmly and avoid sudden movements
• Secure the carrier in the vehicle or use a seatbelt
• Different approaches for cats and dogs
• What to do with aggressive or very frightened animals
• Options for public transport and taxis
• Post-transport: vet check and quiet recovery
• When to contact shelters or volunteers
• Community tips for coordinated help