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Emergency pet supplies list: Identification – Your pet should always wear identification, but it is especially important during disasters. Check tags and make sure the information is current. Does your veterinarian have your current phone number and address? Is it time to microchip your pet? Do it now! Equipment – A sturdy leash, harness and muzzle for larger dogs and a well-ventilated, plastic carrier for small dogs and cats. Don’t forget a carrier for your bird or hamster. Is the carrier in good repair? Make sure all items have your name and emergency phone number written on them in permanent ink. Supplies – Food/water bowls, cat litter, litter box (that fits into the carrier) and a three-day supply of pet food and water. Towels, blanket, newspapers, and trash bags will also come in handy. It’s usually a good idea to bring along a few toys or comfort items to relieve boredom. Information – A water-tight container for medical records, medications, and current photographs of your pets. Also include the name and phone number of your veterinarian, and the name and phone number of a relative or alternate care-taker in case you are injured and unable to care for your pets. |
1st Warning
At the first sign of an impending disaster check all your supplies. Put them in one central location. If you need to leave quickly you don’t want to be searching through the garage for supplies.
Bring your pets indoors and confine them to a small, comfortable area where you can reach them easily.
Check your evacuation route and confirm your shelter arrangements. Remember, most human shelters don’t take pets. Make your accommodation plans far in advance and have your route and places to stay arranged.
If you evacuate:
Do it early
Take all your pets
Make sure pets are safely contained
All pets must wear identification
Take your emergency supplies
If you ride out the emergency at home:
Keep your pets indoors – preferably in their carriers and on leashes. Keep them in an interior, safe room. Make sure they wear current identification!
What if I’m not home?
Pre-planning is the key. Make arrangements with a neighbor in case something happens when you’re not home. Give them a list and the location of your disaster supplies. Have a set location to meet when it is safe. Make sure your pets are familiar with your neighbor and that your neighbor has a key to your home.
Animal Safety After A Disaster
After a disaster, frightened animals are more likely to bite if approached or handled. Do not touch unknown animals. Contact your local animal control agency for assistance.
Wildlife is also affected. Use caution when cleaning storm debris and tree limbs as snakes and fire ants can be a problem.
Bats, skunks, raccoons, foxes, and coyotes are high risk rabies carriers. Do not handle or approach these animals.
Report all bites to your local animal control agency.
To prevent injuries, keep pets indoors, away from chainsaws, falling limbs and trees, and other yard work and home repairs.
After the emergency:
Keep your pets safely confined. Check your home and fence for damage. Loose fences may not properly confine a frightened, disoriented pet. Damaged windows could injure or allow escape.
Post-traumatic stress?
Remember, upheaval of regular routines is stressful on pets as well as people. You may notice behavior changes, lack of appetite, or other signs of stress. If problems persist or become worrisome, contact your veterinarian.
What if my pet gets lost?
Click here for information on looking for a lost pet.
HCPHES Veterinary Public Health
612 Canino Road
Houston Texas 77076
Phone: (281)999-3191 Fax: (281)847-1911
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