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Animals in Emergencies Emergencies not only affect people, they also affect pets. Your pets depend on you for their safety. It is important not to overlook them when you create your emergency plan. Many people mistakenly leave their pets behind when they have to evacuate. Emergency shelters do not allow pets, so you have to plan ahead to locate a pet-friendly shelter or hotel. An exception to this is service animals, such as seeing eye dogs – they are permitted in shelters. Your pet relies on you to take care of him or her. Assemble your emergency pet care kit now. Emergency kit for pets Medications and medical records in a waterproof container. Sturdy leashes and/or carriers. Crates should be big enough for the pet to stand up and turn around. A three to seven day supply of food and bottled water with bowls. Can opener for canned pet food. A list of medical and/or behavioral issues. Litter and litter box for cats. A photo of your pet in case they are separated from you. On the back write name, age, breed, sex, spayed or neutered, and tag information. Written information which includes your name, address, and that of a friend or relative at a different location (in case you have evacuated your home). More information about caring for your pet in an emergency can be found at the following links ASPCA - Emergency Pet Preparedness American Veterinary Medical Association CDC How to Protect Your Pets Human Society – Disaster Center (including preparedness tips for pets, horses and livestock) For more emergency preparedness information please visit the following links Individual and Family Preparedness Animals in Emergencies Preparedness for Persons with Special Needs Caring for Children in an Emergency Business Preparedness School and Daycare Preparedness I.C.E. - In Case of Emergency
Animals in Emergencies
Emergencies not only affect people, they also affect pets. Your pets depend on you for their safety. It is important not to overlook them when you create your emergency plan. Many people mistakenly leave their pets behind when they have to evacuate. Emergency shelters do not allow pets, so you have to plan ahead to locate a pet-friendly shelter or hotel. An exception to this is service animals, such as seeing eye dogs – they are permitted in shelters.
Your pet relies on you to take care of him or her. Assemble your emergency pet care kit now.
Emergency kit for pets
A photo of your pet in case they are separated from you. On the back write name, age, breed, sex, spayed or neutered, and tag information.
More information about caring for your pet in an emergency can be found at the following links
For more emergency preparedness information please visit the following links