Protecting your pets during an emergency 

The Westchester County Animal Response Team (WesCART) is a volunteer program managed by the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services. The mission of WesCART is to respond to emergencies that require animal rescue, evacuation, veterinary disaster care, and the sheltering of pets during a major disaster. WesCART is active in educating the public concerning disaster preparedness and pets.

As a WesCART volunteer you may be requested to work during a time of disaster, in a difficult environment, to fulfill the mission of the team.

If you become a member of WesCART, free instruction will be provided in a variety of emergency preparedness topics including disaster animal response. Completion of these minimal training requirements is mandatory before you will be qualified to respond in an emergency. Further, the team meets on a monthly basis, and regular attendance is required.

Should you have any questions or need additional information please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  at (914) 231-1673. If you wish to join, complete and mail the application to the Department of Emergency Services.