Deceased pet
You must notify Inner West Council within 28 days if your cat or dog has sadly passed away. Council's Companion Animal Officers will then update your pet's microchip to reflect this.
Report that your pet has passed away
Deceased animal found
If you find a deceased animal on public property Council can arrange to have it collected. Council cannot collect deceased animals from private property.
Please call Customer Service on 02 9392 5000 if the animal needs to be collected urgently.
If the deceased animal is on a state classified road, report to Transport for NSW by calling 131 700.
Report injured wildlife
- Sydney Wildlife 02 9413 4300
- WIRES Rescue Office 1300 094 737 - for rescue help and advice
Report an act of animal cruelty
- Animal Welfare League NSW 02 8899 3333
- RSPCA NSW 02 9770 7555
Page last updated: 09 Feb 2026