Animal Welfare

In the event of an emergency, response for animals, including commercial and non-commercial livestock, as well as family pets, is an important part of the process.

On this page, owners of commercial and non-commercial livestock and family pets will find helpful resources to assist in an emergency response.

Pets

Make your pets a part of your emergency plan. During an emergency, they can become frightened and stressed. Having a plan and an emergency kit will make an evacuation much easier for you and your pet. 

Commercial Livestock

Farm animal owners, commercial livestock associations and animal care organizations should familiarize themselves with the SLRD's Commercial Livestock Relocation Guide, as part of their emergency preparedness planning.

Producers/owners of farm animals who incur costs in moving their livestock off-site during an evacuation "alert" stage, due to hazards, such as flooding or wildfire, may be eligible for financial support. Relocation rates, including costs for the return of relocated livestock, will only be considered for a maximum of 96 hours (4 days) following an "evacuation rescind" unless Emergency Management BC (EMBC) approves a specific exception. 

Forms & Invoices

Review the sample invoices in this Guide. Then, download, print and complete the forms and submit them to the SLRD Emergency Operations Centre by mail: PO Box 219, 1350 Aster Street, Pemberton, BC  V0N 2L0.) or by fax (604-894-6526). 

Frequently Asked Questions

The following is taken from the Guide: LIVESTOCK RELOCATION QUESTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS