Emergency Preparedness

We are a great community for being prepared for major disasters, and that is good. But the most likely scenario is a personal emergencies. Fire, flood, temporary evacuation, accidents and so forth.

When it comes to you pets have you considered where your pet can go and who else might care for you pet in that circumstance?

* If you are evacuated from your home, do you know which Motels in the area are "pet friendly" and what their restrictions are?

* Have you made arrangements with a relative, friend or boarding facility?

* Do you have a pet carrier for each pet?

* If you have to leave in a hurry, how will your pets act and can you put them in a pet carrier?

* In the event that you are unable to communicate, what should emergency workers do about your pet?

We have discovered that many owners have overlooked the possibility of being displaced or something happening and what will happen to our pets. You might consider getting an old back pack, Gym bag or small suitcase, and print the pets name in bold print, put it in plain sight.

Keep some of the following in the bag.

1. Water and food, enough for several days

2. Food and water dishes

3. Blanket or towel for a bed.

4. Medicine, with instructions for use.

5. A note listing your Veterinarian and phone number, the pets name and your first and last name.

6. The name address and phone number of a friend or relative, where the pet might stay

7. A favorite toy and some treats

8. For a dog, a leash and collar.

9. For a cat, a collapsible cat carrier

10. Small plastic bags for pet messes

11. Write on top in bold print your name and phone numbers and your pets name.