{"id":31091,"date":"2017-03-08T15:28:01","date_gmt":"2017-03-08T14:28:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/do-you-need-help\/"},"modified":"2026-03-11T14:49:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T13:49:30","slug":"do-you-need-help","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/do-you-need-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Do you need help"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; 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Veterinarians are obliged to help injured animals, including wild animals. <\/li>\n<li>For injured large game, you can contact the wildlife committee in your municipality by calling the police at 02 800.<\/li>\n<li>For injured birds, you can contact Fuglevakta at BirdLife Norge (formerly the Norwegian Ornithological Society) on their 24-hour phone line 901 22 901.<\/li>\n<li>Larger birds such as swans, geese, and similar fall under the category of &#8220;injured wildlife&#8221;, and the wildlife committee should then be contacted via 02800.<\/li>\n<li>For injured hedgehogs, you can contact Pinnsvinhjelpen at 92 28 00 21.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;I suspect animal cruelty&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>The Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) is the public supervisory body for animals and animal husbandry, and is obliged to investigate tips about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/animal-abuse\/\">animal cruelty<\/a>. If you suspect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/animal-abuse\/\">animal cruelty<\/a>, you can submit a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mattilsynet.no\/om_mattilsynet\/varsle_oss\/?\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">concern report<\/a> via the Mattilsynet website. If it is urgent, you can call 22 40 00 00. Remember to anonymize yourself if you do not wish to provide your name.   <\/li>\n<li>In acute and serious animal welfare cases, if you cannot reach the Norwegian Food Safety Authority, you can call the police at 02 800.<\/li>\n<li>For disturbances of public order, such as dogs barking over time, animals causing nuisance, and similar, you can contact the police at 02 800.<\/li>\n<li>Animal welfare cases are often deprioritized; therefore, attempt to secure evidence such as photos, videos, and witnesses. Some cases are dismissed or inadequately handled by public authorities. Please send an <a href=\"mailto:post@dyrebeskyttelsen.no\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">email<\/a> to Animal Protection Norway with a description of the case and keep us updated on any developments, so that we can verify whether the animals in question have received sufficient assistance.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;What should I look for if I suspect animal cruelty?&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>Be proactive: Report your suspicion and request that the Norwegian Food Safety Authority investigate the matter, even if you are not certain that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/animal-abuse\/\">animal cruelty<\/a> is occurring. You can submit a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mattilsynet.no\/om_mattilsynet\/varsle_oss\/?\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">concern report<\/a> or call 22 40 00 00. <\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/animal-abuse\/\">Animal cruelty<\/a> can, for example, include:<br \/>\n&#8211; Animals not receiving food, water, or adequate care<br \/>\n&#8211; Pets standing in mud or without shelter<br \/>\n&#8211; Individuals kicking or hitting animals, or showing aggression towards animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;I have found a homeless animal&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>First, check if the animal already has a family. Look for an ID number tattooed in the ear or a microchip in the neck. Scanners to read microchips can be found at:<br \/>\n&#8211; Veterinary clinics<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/local-branches\/\">Dyrebeskyttelsen Norge&#8217;s local branches<\/a><br \/>\n&#8211; Police 02 800<br \/>\n&#8211; Some security services (inquire)  <\/li>\n<li>If you have access to a scanner yourself, you can look up the ID number in the DyreID register to get contact information for the animal&#8217;s family.<\/li>\n<li>Also, check for any found\/missing ads on dyrebar.no and other animal groups on Facebook.<\/li>\n<li>If the animal does not have any form of identification, contact the nearest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dyrebeskyttelsen.no\/en\/local-branches\/\">local branch<\/a> of Animal Protection Norway. Please remember that the local branches are run by volunteers, and telephone hours may therefore vary. Refer to the individual local branch&#8217;s website for further contact information.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;My animal has gone missing&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>First, check your immediate surroundings and ask neighbors if they can check garages and outdoor sheds in case the animal has become locked inside.<\/li>\n<li>Contact veterinary clinics in the area\/the police (if a dog) to inquire if they have received a missing animal.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dyrebar.no\/\">Dyrebar.no<\/a> is a website where you can create missing\/found animal ads.<\/li>\n<li>Check various animal groups on Facebook, Nitrogruppa (for dogs), and potentially Animal Protection Norway&#8217;s local branch groups on Facebook.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;I have found a dog running loose unattended&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>Contact the police at 02800 regarding the dog&#8217;s whereabouts. 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