From kangaroos to dogs and cats, there are fears hundreds of animals may have drowned in floods in Sydney's north-west as rescuers bring surviving native wildlife, pets, and livestock to safety.
Animal rescuers are working around the clock to rescue and care for pets and livestock caught in floodwaters in western Sydney.
"They've got goats, they've got lambs in there, they've got poultry like chickens and peacocks, turkeys, which are all just floating around unfortunately," he said. Mr Robinson said many of the animal owners requesting help from the service had not believed the warnings about the flood risk.The Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter in Windsor did heed the warnings and safely evacuated dogs and cats on Sunday afternoon.Anne Robbie, of Safe Rescue Hawkesbury, organised temporary homes for 18 cats from the shelter.
"They're all very happy campers. As long as they get a pat and a warm bed and a plate of food, most cats are very resilient," she said.Dozens of dogs were also evacuated and are now being housed at several facilities including the Richmond Race Club and Blacktown Animal Holding Facility.
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