A new initiative by City of Parramatta is helping reunite lost pets with their loved ones quicker.
Residents are being encouraged to join a new Facebook group – Parra Pets Matta – in an effort to reduce the number of lost pets across the Local Government Area (LGA)
Acting as a central hub for lost and found pets in the Parramatta area, the page will allow pet owners to post details about their missing pets, such as photos and descriptions, enabling a larger group of residents to assist in finding them.
City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Pierre Esber said the new initiative will improve Council’s ability to return lost pets to their home.
“We understand the emotional distress and turmoil that comes with losing a beloved companion,” Esber said.
“Last year alone Council returned 78 dogs directly home via our temporary animal holding facility at our Rydalmere Operations Centre.
“We are dedicated to animal welfare and our residents, and by leveraging the power of social media and community involvement, we can reunite lost pets with their families faster.
“I encourage all residents to join the Parra Pets Matta Facebook group and actively participate in this community-driven effort.”
To join the Parra Pets Matta Facebook group, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/parrapetsmatta.
Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University, she is a journalism Major. Ellie has worked with Universal Media, The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations. In 2024, Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.