What to Do If You Find a Stray Cat or Dog
Finding a stray cat can be a heart-wrenching experience, especially when you’re unsure how to help. Whether you’ve encountered a kitten in distress or an adult cat wandering aimlessly, knowing what to do if you find a stray cat can make all the difference.
At Rosewood Foundation Guyana, we’re here to guide you on how to assist these vulnerable animals and connect them with loving homes.
Immediate Steps to Take
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Assess their Condition
Observe them from a safe distance.
Do they look injured, malnourished, or scared? If they are friendly and approachable, you can gently coax them with food and water.
Use caution when handling, as even a tame animal may be frightened.
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Provide Temporary Care
If you can, bring them into a secure space, such as a garage, a quiet room, or a safe area in your yard.
Offer food, water, and a comfortable blanket or bedding to help them feel calm and secure.
However, we understand that providing temporary care may not always be possible.
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Reach Out for Help
While we do not have a facility to house animals, we can assist by sharing information about the cat or dog to help connect them with potential adopters.
We also network with other organisations that may provide support with transportation or promote the animal for adoption.
If you’re unable to provide long-term care for them, here’s what to do if you find a stray cat or dog.
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​Post Their Details: You can post photos of them on your own pages, with your contact details, and any information about their condition, gender, or behaviour, then send us the link to your post on Facebook or Instagram, so that we can reshare it to our page.. However, please note that our team is based entirely of volunteers, so our responses may be slower at times, and reposting your post may take around 48 hours.
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Reach Out to Other Organisations: If you need additional assistance, contact these trusted groups:
- GSPCA (Bourda): Call 226-4237 or visit their Facebook Page