Domestic Animal Care

Fulfilling the responsibility towards our animal companions, the Domestic Animal Care Team is devoted to ensuring the well-being of the island's domestic animals during disaster situations.

Working in tandem with local veterinarians and animal professionals, the team strives to devise a comprehensive 24/7 strategic care plan for domestic animals.

Team Leads

Mission and Community Impact:

The mission of the Domestic Animal Care Team is to ensure the safety and welfare of our community's animal companions during critical times, recognizing them as integral members of our community. By focusing on comprehensive outreach, strategic planning for animal care, emergency pet care, and community education, the team significantly contributes to the overall resilience of our community. The team's initiatives underscore the importance of shared responsibility and adopt a compassionate approach towards all beings during disaster situations. They extend their efforts beyond household pets to consider large animals' evacuation needs in specific emergencies, like wildfires, further bolstering the community's comprehensive preparedness.

About the Team:

The Domestic Animal Care Team's strategic focus areas for 2023-2024 involve extensive outreach and data collection regarding animals on Bainbridge Island, devising strategies for animal care and sheltering, planning for emergency care for injured pets, and educating the community on preparing for their pets in partnership with Map Your Neighborhood.

They are also working on teaching animal first aid and compiling a resource list with island vets and pet supply resources. Their long-term goals consider the larger animal populace, seeking resources and solutions for evacuating large animals in a wildfire situation. Through these endeavors, the Domestic Animal Care Team ensures that our community's response to emergencies is as inclusive and comprehensive as possible.

Resources and Questions

  • The Animal Care Team gathers information about the different types of animals on the island, strategizes for animal care and sheltering, develops emergency care plans for injured pets, and prepares the community for their pets' needs during a disaster. They also maintain a resource list of veterinarians and pet supply resources on the island.

  • During an activation, the team will execute their strategic care plan for animals, providing shelter, care, and possibly medical aid for injured pets.

    They will coordinate with island veterinarians and pet supply resources to meet animals' needs.

  • During a major island wide disaster, the Domestic Animal Care Team will be activated for guidance and support for your injured pets in need of care.

  • To request support from the Domestic Animal Cares the residents of Bainbridge Island can reach out directly to the team leads listed above.

  • The team will assist in care of domestic animals only, primarily focused on household pets such as dogs and cats. The team also assists with a plan to evacuate livestock and horses.

  • The team aims to identify resources and formulate plans to safely evacuate large animals in the event of a wildfire.

  • To sign up, you can fill out the volunteer application available in the volunteer section.