Save Your Pet in an Emergency
As you can see even if you do not live where there have been disasters, you and your pets could still be at risk. Here are some simple guidelines from the Humane Society and the ASPCA to get you started to keep you and your cat or dog safe should any disaster happen.
1) Prepare: Gather supplies
Food & Water
Make sure you have at least 3 days (or more) of water and food in a air-tight, waterproof container. Be sure to rotate these with regular water and foods to keep them fresh. Remember your pet dishes.
Medicines & Medical Records
Order an extra supply of medicines you take on a regular basis as well as those your pets need. Add them to your waterproof container. Make copies of medical records and vaccinations for you and your pet and put them in zip lock bags in your container.
First Aid Kit
Get a first aid kit for your family. For pets, most veterinarians recommend cotton bandage rolls, bandage tape and scissors; an antibiotic ointment, flea and tick prevention, latex gloves, isopropyl alcohol and saline solution. Include a flashlight and pet first aid reference book, too.
Collars, ID Tags, Harness & Leash
Even indoor pets should always have on a collar with an ID tag preferably with your cell phone number on it as well as a rabies tag. Include a backup collar and ID tag in your emergency kit, just in case. Make sure their harness and leash are comfortable and secure for exercise in close quarters. (Since recent studies show that microchips can cause cancer in pets, avoid those.)
Pet Crates or Carriers
Have your pet’s carrier handy and put together so you can move quickly. Test it for safety, sturdiness and comfort (can your pet turn around in it and stand up easily?). If you have more than one animal crate, get a collapsible luggage dolly and use bungee cords to secure them to it. Do NOT let your pets out unless on a leash or confined!
Sanitation
Have extra litter and a disposable litter box for your cat. For dogs pack newspapers and paper towels as well as disposable wipes and plastic trash bags. Include a small container of bleach or other disinfectant. Hint: bleach can also be helpful for purifying water–16 drops of regular household bleach per gallon of water and let set for 30 minutes before drinking.
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