Do you have a emergency plan for your pets? For many people, pets are an integral member of the family; however, when disaster strikes pets are often left out of the emergency preparedness plan.
As you design your plan, here are a few steps to keep in mind to make sure your beloved pets are taken care of:
1. Create a pet survival kit along with your emergency preparedness kit can include:
- Pet food
- Vet records
- Can opener
- Cat litter/pans (if applicable)
- Medications (if applicable)
2. Keep your pet’s identification tags up to date and securely fastened to their collar. In case you are separated, your pet’s locator will know exactly whom to contact
3. Make sure to choose an alternate location within your emergency preparedness plan that allows pets. Keep in mind that many emergency shelters are unable to accept pets due to public health reasons
If youÂ’re ever concerned about including your pet in your emergency preparedness plan and need advice, contact your local animal shelter or animal control office.
For more information
please visit www.clorox.com/redcross and download the preparedness guide:
Prepare Yourself Now for Peace of Mind Later
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I am currently starting to get an emergency prepardness kit together. Thanks so much for this giveway. Keep up all great ideas.
I never thought of this. I really need to think about all of our animals as well!
This is a much needed reminder about having an emergency kit prepared for our dog-how necessary it is to have food, water, id, blankets etc. thanks
We always include our schnauzer, but I have never thought about taking food/identification for her when we go places. Reading your tip was a definite “Ah-Ha” moment for me!
I just signed up for a free sticker from the ASPCA for our window, but I never thought about an emergency plan. What a great idea! I’d love to be entered!