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How to prepare your pets for disaster


How to Prepare Your Pets for Disaster

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An editor has suggested that this article be merged with: "How to Prepare an Emergency Plan For Your Pets" Per the merge policy, if these topics are determined to be similar but distinct, then the articles will remain separate. Please comment on the discussion page. Notice added on 2008-07-09. Here's a handy Pet Disaster Preparedness Checklist. A cat owner or a dog owner, one pet or multiple pets, this list should help you get an idea of how prepared you are and point you in the right direction. Get Prepared NOW so you don't have to worry later!

Steps

  1. Make sure your pets’ I.D. tags are current
  2. Update your pets’ immunization cards
  3. Make a list of your pets’ medications
  4. Have your pets’ first aid kit ready.
  5. Stack up on emergency food and water supplies
  6. Pack at least two travel bowls
  7. Get a flashing collar/ID tag to find your pet quickly
  8. Pack a picture of your pets in case you get separated.
  9. Get a safety harness and leash.
  10. Know your pets hiding places in and out of the house.
  11. Develop a pet buddy system. Pets, unlike service animals, may not be allowed in emergency shelters. Talk to your family, friends and neighbors. Plan how you will help each other in an emergency.
  12. Designate an out-of-state and a local friend or relative as contacts. A contact can be used by family members or others to call if you are separated from each other. Identify a location where you can reunite.
  13. Place Rescue Pet Decals on your windows and doors to alert rescue teams to save your pets inside the house

Tips

  • Have all of your items stored in a bag or a container in an accessible place so you can grab it in case you need to leave your house in a hurry.

Things You'll Need

Sources and Citations

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