PREPARING YOUR PETS FOR EMERGENCY

Preparing your pets for hurricane season.

Our pets are prominent members of our families. We want to make sure you have all the information for preparation plans.

Before

• Water. At least three days worth
• Food. Three days worth stored in an airtight, waterproof container
• Medications
• Pet first aid kit
• Collar with ID tag and harness or leash
• Crate or pet carrier if needed
• Sanitation needs such as litter box, newspapers, garbage bags, dog scoop bags
• A picture of you and your pet together in case you get separated
• Familiar items like toys or treats to help them with stress

Some counties have planned for temporary emergency animal shelters but should be used as last resort. We are responsible for our pets.

During

If you are unable to evacuate with your pets, bring them inside and have newspapers for sanitary purposes. Feed animals moist or canned for, so they need less water to drink.

Pet Planning Resources
Plan ahead which hotels and motels along the evacuation route will accept pets in an emergency. Call ahead and check.

http://www.pet-friendly-hotels.net/
https://www.bringfido.com/lodging/
http://www.dogfriendly.com/server/travel/guides/us/us.shtml
https://hotels.petswelcome.com/

Ensure now that your pets are up to date on all vaccines and carry a copy of the list of immunizations with you if you need to find a place to keep them safe.
Some recommend having your pets "microchipped" in case you get separated. Keep in mind the average person who finds your pet won't be able to scan for a chip, but they can read a primary tag on collar. So make sure you have an ID tag on their collar.

Download the Pet first aid app from the Red Cross.

If you have a rescue sticker alert on your window, make sure it is visible to rescue workers, and that it includes the type of pet and number in household.
If you must evacuate with your pet, write "EVACUATED" across sticker, so rescue workers don't waste time looking for them.

For more tips on keeping your pets safe in a hurricane or any other info about The Lowcountry, give us a call today!