What’s in Your Disaster Kit?

Pet Disaster Preparedness Kit

Documents

• Veterinary records

• Rabies vaccination documentation

• Prescriptions

• Most recent test results (parvo, heartworm, etc.)

• Any license or registration

• Basic info – breed, sex, medical conditions, owner information

• Your contact information

Food and Water

• Two-week supply of medication, food, and drinking water for each pet – keep dry food in a waterproof container

• Feeding instructions

• Collapsible food and water bowls

• Can opener for canned food

• One-month dose of flea and tick prevention for each pet

Helpful Supplies

• Leash or harness

• Crates or carriers as appropriate

• Collar with ID and up-to-date contact information

• Blanket or towel

• Pet first aid book and kit

• Cleaning supplies and doggie bags

To Do List

• Find a place to go in advance. Identify a kennel, shelter, pet-friendly hotel, or relative/friend outside of the affected area where you can take your pets in the event of an emergency

• Ensure your pet’s microchip information is up-to-date

• Place an emergency notification sticker on the windows of each entrance to your home with the number and breed of pets inside to alert emergency workers
• ?Write your pet’s name, any medical information or behavioral issues, vet’s office and contact, and your contact information on a bandana or other fabric with a permanent marker. Tie it around your pet’s neck or attach it to his collar so the information is easily identified. You can also do this on a dog shirt or vest and place it on your dog. Just make sure it doesn’t restrict his movement. Wouldn’t try this with a cat.