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Found an animal or missing a pet

You found an animal or your pet is missing. Vienna has city services for this. Here you see whom to ask and what to do.

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Steps
5 key steps, up to 15 depending on your situation
For you
5 short questions, then you see your steps
Main office
MA 60 Fundservice
Costs
none named in the sources
Online
possible for 4 of 15 steps
What applies to you?How it worksFrequently asked questionsSourcesSimilar plans

How it works

These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.

  1. 1Write down what you sawHere you write down what you saw. Where and when was the animal found or lost?Key step
    Why?
    These details help the service in charge.
    What you do
    Write down place and time, outside the app. Do not upload contact details or animal photos here.
    Where?
    Zuständiger Fund- oder WildtierserviceDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Keep observations ready for the relevant service

    Record location and time outside this app. Do not upload personal contact details or animal images here.

    SourceFundservice für Haustiere
    Fundservice für Haustiere

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

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  2. 2Report the found pet to the FundserviceYou found a pet. You report it to the lost-and-found service of the MA 60.Key step
    Why?
    The service arranges the pickup. This way the animal may get back home.
    What you do
    Call +43 1 4000-8060. This works every day, around the clock. Agree with the service on the next steps.
    Where?
    MA 60 FundserviceDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Report a found pet to the service

    Call +43 1 4000-8060, available around the clock daily. The service records the report and organises collection; agree the next steps.

    SourceFundservice für Haustiere
    Fundservice für Haustiere

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  3. 3Check the list of found animalsYour pet is missing. The MA 60 has a current list of found animals.Key step
    Why?
    Maybe your animal has already been found.
    What you do
    Check the list. A similar animal is not yet proof that it is yours. Write down the Fund-ID and the organisation.
    Where?
    MA 60 / gelistete OrganisationDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Check the official found-animal list for a match

    Check MA 60’s current list. A possible match is not ownership evidence. Record the found ID and organisation listed there.

    SourceFundservice für Haustiere
    Fundservice für Haustiere

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  4. 4Report your pet as missingYour animal is not on the list. Then you report it as missing.Key step
    Why?
    This way the lost-and-found service knows you are looking for your animal.
    What you do
    Call +43 1 4000-8060. Keep checking the list. The app does not report your animal automatically.
    Where?
    MA 60 FundserviceDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Report a missing pet to the service

    Without a matching listing, contact +43 1 4000-8060 and keep checking the list. The app does not send an automatic search report.

    SourceFundservice für Haustiere
    Fundservice für Haustiere

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source
  5. 5Organise the agreed handoverYou agreed on a handover with the service. Handover means the animal goes to the service.Key step
    Why?
    This way the animal safely reaches the right place.
    What you do
    Stick to the agreement. Check place, time and contact person. Do not leave the animal anywhere alone.
    Where?
    Vereinbarter TierdienstDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Organise the agreed handover

    Follow the service’s specific agreement. Confirm location, time and contact person; do not assume unattended drop-off.

    SourceFundservice für Haustiere
    Fundservice für Haustiere

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

    Open original source

Depending on your situation, this is added

  • Find the office for that place
  • Report a dead animal separately
  • Discuss what you see with the service
  • Ask the service what animal it is
  • Check if the cat has a home
  • Get in touch using the Fund-ID
  • Pass on the owner tip with the Fund-ID
  • Do not take young wild animals right away
  • Call the Wildtierservice first
  • Ask about the next step
Use the questions to find out which of these apply to you
Tailored to you

What applies to you?

Answer a few short questions. The steps change right away: what does not apply to you drops out.

Question 1 of at most 5

Have you already told the right service?

What is meant? This asks if you have already told the right service. Or if everything is already done.

What is the current stage?
  • No sign-up needed
  • Nothing is sent to authorities
  • You submit applications yourself

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this online?

4 of 15 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.

What does it cost?

No costs are recorded for these steps in the linked sources. Fees may still apply.

Do I need an einfach.wien account?

No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.

Does einfach.wien submit my application?

No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.

What this page is based on

The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.

SourceFundservice für Haustiere
Fundservice für Haustiere

Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source
SourceWildtierservice Wien
Wildtierservice Wien

Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source
SourceStreunerkatzen und Freigängerkatzen
Streunerkatzen und Freigängerkatzen

Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source
SourceWildtier gefunden: Verhaltenstipps
Wildtier gefunden: Verhaltenstipps

Stadt Wien · retrieved on 10/10/2026

Open original source

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