Published on Wednesday, 31 July 2024 at 11:06:43 AM
For Immediate Release
30 July 2024
Warning on dingoes and wild dogs in the area
The Shire of East Pilbara has issued a warning to tourists and campers travelling through the Region to be careful of dingoes and wild dogs.
Shire President Anthony Middleton said campers need to be aware that dingoes and wild dogs are active and keep children and domestic dogs close by and under constant supervision.
Wild dogs are animals that were previously domesticated and now live in the region, surviving on their wits.
“We want to raise awareness of the reality that throughout our vast region we have wild dogs and dingoes present,” Cr Middleton said.
“We are also working with Main Roads to ensure adequate signage is displayed at the Mt Robinson camping ground, and we will also use social media posts to notify people in the area.”
Rangers will continue to monitor the movements of dingoes and wild dogs in the area.
“Because it’s the breeding season for dingoes and wild dogs, animals will be on the lookout for food to provide for their litters,” Cr Middleton said.
“We recommend going for walks at the campgrounds or surrounding landscape with others, not alone.
“Stay still if confronted, try to make yourself as tall as possible and make loud noises, walk back slowly to a safe place.
“Please do not feed the animals.”
Report any sightings or interactions to Shire Rangers as soon as possible on 0419 860 376.
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Shire of East Pilbara Phone: (08) 9175 8000
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