Here are some tips to keeping your pet safe during an emergency or evacuation.
According to The Humane Society of the United States, a basic pet disaster kit should include:
- A five-day supply of food and water for each pet
- Bowls and a can opener (for canned food)
- A gallon of water (in case you need to rinse or bathe your pet and do not have access to running water)
- A five-day supply of medications
- Medical records in a waterproof container
- First aid kit
- Pet First Aid kid (The American Red Cross offers one, and a local organization, Alpha Dog Club, offers a Canine First Aid and CPR class.)
- Cat litter box, littler, litter scoop, garbage bags to collect waste
- Leashes, harnesses, and carriers (I would also recommend extra collars.)
- Blankets and/or towels
- Current photos of you with your pets and descriptions of your pets in case you and your pet(s) become separated
- Toys and beds (if possible)
- Written information about your pets' feeding schedules, medical conditions, and behavioral issues
- Name and phone number of your vet
- Newspapers
- Paper towels
- Bleach
- Grooming items
- Find pet-friendly hotels, boarding kennels, vet clinics, and friends' or family members' homes where your pets could stay with you if you cannot stay at home
- In case you are not at home when an emergency occurs, make sure you display rescue stickers on a window or door so emergency workers know a pet (or pets) is (are) inside
- Know of friends or family members who could help evacuate your pets if you are not home
- Make sure your pets' tags are up-to-date
- Keep contact information in or on pet carriers
humanesociety.org/disaster
humanesociety.org/beprepared
Other Sources:
Lieberman, Shaina. "Exit Strategies: Preparation Can Help Keep You And Your Pets Safe And Calm
In A Crisis." All Animals September/October 2014: 41 and 43. Print.
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