Sick or Injured Animals

If you find a sick or injured animal, you can contact a number of networks for assistance.  Local veterinary clinics, local animal shelters and Australian Wildlife Assistance Rescue and Education (AWARE) can assist. 

Visit http://home.vicnet.net.au/~beaware/ or phone Michelle on 0409 360 871

Wildlife Help On Mornington Peninsula (WHOMP)                0417 380 687 

Peninsula Animal Aid                                                              5978 6811 

Snakes

Snakes are protected by law. If you have a problem with a snake on your property, you should contact a licenced snake handler. Raymond Hoser from Snakebusters on 0412 777 211.

Possums

A licensed pest controller should be contacted if you are having trouble with possums on your property.  These can be found in the Yellow Pages and in local newspapers. 

Foxes and Rabbits

Any enquiries or complaints relating to foxes should be directed to the Department of Primary Industries. This includes the trapping of foxes and disposal of their carcasses.  

For further information contact Department of Primary Industries - Customer Service, telephone 136 186 or visit  www.dpi.vic.gov.au.