Preparing for flood conditions in rural Manitoba

Key Contacts for Animal Care

Animal Care Line at 204-945-8000 in Winnipeg will co-ordinate requests for help from pet owners and hobby farms affected by flooding. The line is open between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. After-hours requests will be recorded on an answering machine which will be monitored regularly. All calls will be referred to the appropriate agencies including the Winnipeg Humane Society, City of Winnipeg (Animal Control), Manitoba Emergency Response for Animals (MERA) and Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association.

Winnipeg Humane Society at 982-2021 can advise on emergency care for your pets.

Manitoba Horse Council Horse Rescue at 204-925-5718 in Winnipeg will help arrange for moving and temporary boarding of horses.

Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) local offices will provide information on agricultural insurance.

Additional information on flood preparations and response is available at www.manitoba.ca/flooding

Caring for Livestock

Most producers and rural area residents have flood plans that include care of livestock and stored grain crops.

Producers need to ensure their livestock has access to feed and water on high ground. They may need to arrange for additional feed onsite if the herd cannot be moved or if local roads are blocked.

Producers who need help finding a temporary location for livestock should contact their local GO Office.

Producers must ensure there is adequate feed and water at any temporary location being used by their livestock.

Caring for Pets

Pet owners should have a plan for their pets if they must evacuate their homes.

Owners should take all pets with them or make alternate arrangements with family or friends.

When moving pets, ensure they are in a proper transportation kennel or container and have access to food and emergency care. Keep proper animal control equipment with the animal. This includes leads or leashes as well as the animal’s food and water containers.