FAQ Topic: Before, During, & After an Emergency (pets)
After an emergency, familiar scents and landmarks may have changed. Pets can become confused and lost, so it’s important to keep pets on leash or in a carrier when they’re being transported or when you go outside. Some hazards to be aware of for pets and people include snakes and other wildlife, especially after flooding, … Continued
Remember, during a disaster, what is good for you is good for your pet. If you leave your pets behind, they may be lost, injured – or worse. Never leave a pet chained outdoors. Learn what to expect if you take your pet to an evacuation center. Diseases that can spread between pets and people … Continued
Make a Plan Create an Emergency Kit for Your Pet Purchase a pet carrier for each of your pets (write your pet’s name, your name, and contact information on each carrier). Food and water for at least 2 weeks for each pet For cats: litter box and litter For dogs: plastic bags for poop Medications … Continued