Everyday many loved pets go missing in the City of Port Phillip, dogs, cats, birds so this article is to guide you on what to do if you have found a pooch or lost a loved one.

We don't tend to pay attention until it happens so it is a reminder on what to do, all information is from the council website for future reference. Another tip is to check local Facebook groups as many found pets are posted there, also check local vets where found pets can be delivered to for microchipping scans.

If you have lost your dog, cat or pet, you can report it online using Online Services, or contact us.

What should I do if I have lost my pet?

When making a report, please provide the following information:

1.       a description of the animal

2.       the current registration tag number

3.       microchip number

4.       when and where the animal was lost

5.       your name and a contact phone number.

If an animal fitting the description of your pet is found in Port Phillip, you will be contacted and asked to come to The Lost Dogs' Home to determine if it is your pet.

What should I do if I have found a dog or cat?

If you have found a dog or cat and have it contained, you must contact Council as soon as possible. If the animal has identification, Council can get in contact with the owners by tracing the registration tag number or microchip.

It is important to report any found animals to Council.

Although you may not wish to see the animal impounded, you are required by law to deliver the cat or dog as soon as is reasonably possible to an authorised officer of the Council, or to a person or body which has an agreement with Council such as the Lost Dogs' Home.

Not doing so can reduce the owners' chances of finding their dog or cat, as the pound is the most likely place they will check. It is also important not to take the animal out of the area where it was found as this also makes it more difficult for owners to find their pet.

If you have found an animal, please contact council as soon as possible.

Where are the pets taken once picked up by council?

All animals that are found in the City of Port Phillip are taken to The Lost Dog's Home in North Melbourne

The Lost Dogs' Home- 24 hour service

You can check for lost or found animals, and submit your lost or found animals.

Website: The Lost Dogs' Home

Phone: 03 9329 9493