Planning for Pets

Don’t forget to include your pets in your disaster plans. Take them with you if you evacuate. Remember: pets aren’t allowed in public shelters unless they are service animals. So make a list of friends, boarding facilities and vets that could keep your pets in case of emergency.

Your Pet Disaster Kit should include:

• Pet food and treats
• Drinkable water in plastic bottles
• Can opener for canned food
• Pet medications and medical records in a waterproof container
• Sturdy leashes, harnesses and/or carriers so you can move your pets safely and they can’t escape (remember they may be scared and may act different than usual)
• Current photos of your pet in case they get lost
• The name of your veterinarian
• Pet beds and toys, if there is room

Additionally, all your pets should have an identification tag and collar.

Caring for Livestock
If you own livestock or a farm, it’s important to plan for the watering, safety, identification, boarding and transportation of animals in case of emergency. Don’t forget to keep a current list of all animals, including their location and records of vaccinations.