Hurricane/Disaster Preparedness for Pets

Hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, floods and hazardous or toxic material spills are just a few of the disasters we face living along the Texas Gulf Coast. Preparing your pet for a disaster today might save his/her life tomorrow - and will certainly help you feel calmer when the time comes!

• IDENTIFICATION
  Make sure your pet wears a collar and I.D. tag with up-to-date information.
  
  
• VACCINATIONS
  All pets should be current on their shots. Keep a copy of the vaccination records sealed in a plastic bag.
  
  
• SLEEPING QUARTERS
  Help your animals avoid shattering glass and falling objects. Don't place your pet's bed below windows or shelving.
  
  
• A HOME AWAY FROM HOME
  Every animal in your house should have a crate - a molded plastic carrying case. Familiarize your pet with the crate BEFORE disaster strikes.
  
  
• CHECK YOUR YARD
  Make sure all fencing is secure and all holes and potential escape routes are blocked.
  
  
• PLAN AHEAD
  Identify animal shelters, local boarding facilities, veterinarians, motels and friends or relatives that may temporarily house your pet after a disaster. KEEP IN MIND THAT MANY VETS AND BOARDING KENNELS WILL NOT ACCEPT PETS WITHOUT PROOF OF CURRENT VACCINATIONS.
  
  
• Make sure your pet's "survival kit" is kept packed and ready to go. If you have more than one pet, multiply their needs as necessary.

If You Evacuate, Take Your Pet!

A Disaster Preparedness Checklist (Pet's Survival Kit) Use this checklist as a guide for building your own disaster preparedness kit for your pet. (You may want to print it and place it with your pet's file for future reference.) [ ] Molded plastic pet carrier [ ] Copy of your pet's rabies and vaccination records sealed in a plastic bag [ ] Pet first aid book and kit [ ] Two-week supply of pet food [ ] Bottled water [ ] One month supply of your pet's regular medications (including flea preventative) [ ] Non-spill food and water bowls [ ] Cat litter [ ] Cat litter pan and scooper [ ] Leash (and collar with tags attached) [ ] Plastic bags (for pet waste disposal) [ ] Sheets (one to cover each pet carrier) [ ] Blankets [ ] Non-electric can opener [ ] Disinfectants [ ] Paper towels [ ] Comb/Brush [ ] Favorite toy or chew [ ] Recent photo of your pet in case you are accidentally separated [ ] Anything else that your pet uniquely needs, which is not readily available NOTES:

Don't Delay! Prepare Today!

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