Pets

Pets:

Publications

Protect Your Pets in Case of Disaster (PDF)

Web sites

Your pets should be included in your family emergency planning. Many shelters will not permit animals (with the exception of registered service animals), so it is very important that you have a plan for your pets incase of an evacuation.

Remember To:

Make sure your pets all have licenses and ID tags.
Check with local shelters and animal clinics to see if they provide emergency foster care.
Arrange with neighbors to care for your pets if an emergency occurs while you are away from your home and cannot return.
Know your pet’s hiding places so you can find them easily if you need to evacuate.
Transport pets in carriers or on leashes during an emergency.
Add these items for your pets to your Emergency Kit and Go Bag:
- A recent photo of your pets in case they get lost
- Sturdy leashes and/or carriers
- Pet food, water, and bowls
- Cat litter and box
- Pet toys
- Contact information for a veterinarian
- Medical information and records
- Any necessary medication
- Plastic bags for clean-up