Berri Barmera Council Lost and Found Pets

18/05/2026

🐶🐾Dogs love company. When left alone, they get bored and lonely too. If left too often, they can also develop depression or anxiety. It’s no fun spending long days without friends or family for company with nothing to do. Bored, lonely dogs can bark excessively creating problems with neighbours or be destructive (for example, start chewing on or ripping things apart).
For more information head to dogandcatboard.com.au/dogs/home-alone

Dogs get lonely and bored too but there's things you can do. Check out Buddy's pet tips for 'home alone' dogs at dogandcatboard.com.au/dogs/home-alone

02/02/2026

🐾 Attention Berri Barmera Residents! 🐾

Microchipping your dog or cat is mandatory in South Australia, and we’re here to make it easy and affordable for you to comply!

Thanks to a microchipping subsidy program between Berri Barmera Council and Berri Riverland Veterinary Clinic, eligible residents can microchip their pets for just $10.00! 🐶🐱

How to apply:

Download the application form here:https://www.berribarmera.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0024/1644054/Microchipping-Scheme-2025-2026-Combined-Writable.pdf

Submit the completed form to [email protected] or drop it off at the Berri Barmera Council office, located at 5 Riverview Drive, Berri.

Once approved, you’ll be able to book your microchipping appointment at Riverland Veterinary Practice.

📅 Don’t wait! Applications are open now, and spots are limited, so make sure you apply ASAP to ensure your pet is microchipped and stays safe.

🔹 $10.00 per pet for Berri Barmera residents (*limited to 2 animals per household)
🔹 Microchipping is mandatory in SA - this is your chance to get it done affordably!
🔹 Limited availability - apply today!

*Conditions apply, for further information please contact the Berri Barmera Council or visit our website.

Let’s keep our pets safe, secure, and identifiable. 🐾❤️

27/01/2026

South Australia is heading for a scorcher of a long weekend - and with temps tipped to climb above 40°C tomorrow, it’s crucial we keep our pets and local wildlife safe. 🐰🐨🐦

We've already seen a rise in heat‑related cruelty reports this summer, often involving animals without shade or water, or left in dangerously hot cars.

A few simple actions make a huge difference.

👉 Provide constant shade and bring pets indoors to cool, air‑conditioned spaces
👉 Keep multiple water sources topped up (add ice if you can)
👉 Avoid car travel and never leave animals in vehicles
👉 Skip walks during the heat of the day
👉 Leave shallow water bowls and filled bird baths out for wildlife.

Your choices can save lives during extreme heat. 💙

📞 In an emergency, please call us on 1300 477 722.

And, a big thank you to Showpony for creating this impactful graphic for us.

07/12/2025

03/02/2025

It's forecasted to be a warm week ahead - Just remember your pets feel the heat too! ☀️
🔹Provide pets with a cool, shaded area with good ventilation, plenty of clean fresh water and extra water sources in case of spillage
🔸Do not exercise animals in heat (exercise first thing in the morning or late in evening when cool)
🔹Do not leave your dog in vehicles
🔸Pets can get heat stroke too – signs include panting, lethargy, drooling and fever. If you think your pet may be affected call your vet.
For more information, please see https://kb.rspca.org.au/knowledge-base/how-can-i-protect-my-dog-from-heatstroke/

26/12/2024

LEASH UP for dog’s sake! 🌳
Council has designated off-leash areas for obedient dogs, like parks and some beaches at certain times but these are always marked by signage. AND your dog must be under ‘effective control’ which means your dog must remain close to you, within your sight at all times and will return to you when called the first time. Dogs that aren’t under effective control in these situations can attract fines for their handlers/owners. If you don’t see a sign don’t do it and if you can’t control your dog, don’t risk it.

19/12/2024

LEASH UP for dog’s sake! 🐾🐕‍🦺
Wondering what to buy your dog for Christmas? A leash! Don’t let your dog be another statistic, leash up! Learn more >> https://bit.ly/3nHaZR7

12/12/2024

Did you know? 🐾
In South Australia, you must keep your dog on a leash no longer than 2 metres unless in an area marked by council signage (some parks and some beach areas). If your dog is off leash in an approved area marked by signage, it must stay close to you, within your sight and return to you on the first call. Learn more >> https://bit.ly/3nHaZR7