The following steps will help keep pets safe:
1. Identify your pet – if you become separated from your pet during an emergency, their identification may be the only way to find them. Make sure each animals wears a collar and identification tag at all times.
2. Each pet should have it’s own emergency kit with everything he/she will need for a 72 hour period.
3. Plan for evacuation – the best way to protect your pet in an emergency is to bring it with you. Most evacuation shelters will only accept service animals. Make a list of where your pet can be taken in case you need to evacuate. This list can include: Hotels that accept animals even during emergencies, Boarding centres an animal shelters, Animal clinics, Family members and friends. Include your pet in your family emergency plan exercises.
Preparing for Emergencies with Pets and Service Animals
