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Lost and found pets

Find out how you can locate your lost pet or what you can do if you find a stray animal in the City of Whittlesea.

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View lost and found pets at Epping Animal Welfare Facility

Missing pet

If your pet is missing, call the Epping Animal Welfare Facility to see if it has been impounded.

You can also check the Lost animals in the City of Whittlesea Facebook page to see if your pet has been handed in to the shelter.

Epping Animal Welfare Facility

Location
20 Companion Place, Epping (previously known as Pound Road)

Phone: 8401 6600

Opening hours:

  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 11am - 7pm
  • Tuesday and Thursday: 7am - 3pm
  • Weekends and public holidays: 9am - 4pm
  • Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday

Collecting your pet from the pound

You can collect your lost pet from the pound for a fee during opening hours (you'll need to bring proof of your pet's current animal registration to have your pet released).

Other ways to find your lost pet

If you pet is not at the pound, RSPCA Victoria offers more advice on finding your lost pet.

COVID-19 restrictions

You will need to book an appointment before coming to the shelter and wear a mask inside. You'll also need to scan in using the QR code and only three customers are allowed in the shelter at any time.

View a list of pets currently at the Epping Animal Welfare Facility

Found a lost or stray pet

If you find or sight a stray or wandering/roaming animal contact us on 9217 2170 for instructions (outside of business hours, you'll be directed through to our after-hours service).

Be careful when approaching stray animals, they may be afraid and attack. If the animal is friendly, check it for an identification tag and contact the owner.