The ALERT Line is an anonymous, producer helping producer call line. If you have questions or concerns about animal welfare, call THIS NUMBER to report it
1-800-506-2273
When should you call the ALERT Line?
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If you are concerned that livestock may be neglected or in distress
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If you have a question about livestock care or livestock care practices
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If you see livestock that are in an emergency situation i.e barn fire, trailer rollover, barn roof collapse
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If you are in need of assistance or support in taking care of your own livestock
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If you need an Emergency Livestock Handling Equipment Trailer
If you aren’t sure whether or not you should call – call! We’re happy to answer any questions and it’s better to be safe than sorry!
Examples of calls we’ve received:
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Livestock that are looking thin
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Snow on a cow’s back – is that okay?
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No water
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Can’t see any wind break or shelter
When should you call the Alberta SPCA? (1-800-455-9003)
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If you see livestock that are being abused or neglected
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If you see livestock that are dead
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If there are livestock with a visible/severe injury
Examples of calls the SPCA would receive:
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There is a dead cow in the field that has been lying there for a couple of days
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There’s a horse with a bad looking wound on it’s side and doesn’t look like its been treated
When should you call the RCMP?
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If you see livestock that have found their way outside of their living area and aren’t sure who they belong to (stray livestock)
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Livestock alongside a major road or highway
- Call your nearest RCMP detachment if you see animals on a highway
