With hurricane season at its peak right now in Florida, it’s time to make sure we’re all prepared for natural disasters and emergencies. As we’re getting our families ready for evacuations, it’s important to remember our furry friends. It breaks my heart to read stories of pets left behind in a storm but if you don’t have a plan in place I can see why it happens.
So it’s best to be prepared before an emergency – below is a list of things to have together in a waterproof container, ready to go.
Planning for pet safety in an Emergency:
Medical:
- Copy of vaccinations/Necessary medical records
- Have a hard copy or a photo on your phone
- Any medications
- List of local emergency care & vet info
- Basic First-Aid supplies
Related: 7 Tips to Improve Your Environmental Paw Print
Necessities:
- Towel
- Food & Water Bowls – Set on 2 on Amazon
- Preferred Food in a waterproof bag – Amazon
- Enough food & water for 3 days
- Waste pick-up bags – Amazon
Related: 7 Reasons to Scoop the Poop
Comfort & Mobility:
- Collar with up-to-date contact info/updated microchip
- Leash & Harness or Carrier
- Bed/Blanket
- Favorite Toy
- Treats
*Keep a photo on you in case of separation
Remember furry friends are family too. Have anything to add to the list? Let me know in the comments below.
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Christina is a twenty-something living with her beagle, Mash, and husband, Nate in their van. She loves traveling, shopping, art, and photography. She’s also a vegetarian, pop-culture enthusiast, book-lover, and Dave Matthews Band fanatic. Catch her somewhere around the country in a converted camper van or at home in Florida for a visit.
This is an important list. Thank you for helping us keep our pets safe in an emergency situation. I am not sure if I would have thought of bringing a towel.
some great advice. I think it’s very good to be prepared, especially in the current situation.
Hannah @ The Northern Writes | http://www.thenorthernwrites.co.uk
Ooh thanks! Never thought about having a list like this, this is really helpful rather than just relying on memory.
This is such necessary information especially with all the crazy weather that is going on right now!