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No one is ever ready to deal with an emergency or natural disaster. Following these instructions will help reduce your pets' stress and keep them as comfortable as possible.
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Keep an Evacuation-Pack and supplies handy for your pets. Make sure that everyone in the family knows where it is.
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Emergency Supplies and Kits
This kit should be clearly labeled and easy to carry. Items to consider keeping in your pack include:
- Pet first-aid kit and guide book (ask your vet what to include.)
- 3-7 days' worth of canned (pop-top) or dry food (be sure to rotate every two months)
- Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect)
- Litter or paper toweling
- Liquid dish soap and disinfectant
- Disposable garbage bags for clean-up
- Pet feeding dishes
- Photocopies of medical records and a waterproof container with a two-week supply of any medicine your pet requires (Remember, food and medications need to be rotated out of your emergency kit—otherwise they may go bad or become expired.)
- Bottled water, at least 7 days' worth for each pet (store in a cool, dry place.)
- A traveling bag, crate or sturdy carrier, ideally one for each pet
- Blanket (for scooping up a fearful pet)
- Recent photos of your pets (in case you are separated and need to make "Lost" posters)
- Especially for cats: Pillowcase, toys, and scoopable litter
- Especially for dogs: Long leash, harness, toys and chew toys, and a week's worth of cage liner.
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