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Introduction
- Don’t forget to pack for your entire family, including your fur babies!
- The only difference between dogs and cats in terms of provisions is food and toys
- Consider preparing 2 emergency kits: 1 for home and 1 to take
- This information comes from various sources: CalFire, CDC, ASPCA
Supplies to Pack
- 3-day supply of food/water per pet (minimum, up to 2 weeks best)
- Non-spill collapsible food and water bowls
- Single water pouches
- Water purification tablets
- Bedding
- Can opener & plastic lid
- Disinfectant (bleach)
- 12-Hour green light stick (to see pets in the dark)
- Emergency mylar blanket for warmth
- Kitty litter and box
- Extra leash, collar, harness (reflective)
- Metal stake with tie-down leash
- Nylon cord – 50′
- Medications
- Paper towels
- Pet carriers, with emergency decal, name, address, and phone# affixed
- Pet first-aid kit/manual/survival guide
- Plastic bags for waste disposal
- Toys
Documents to Pack
- Current photos of you and your pet
- Emergency contacts, including Vet
- ID chip number and name of company
- List of animal shelters & pet-friendly hotels
- Medical and vaccination records, including rabies certificate
- Pet identification info / id tags
- Proof of pet insurance and contact info
- Proof of ownership
- Bucket w/ tight-fitting lid for food
- Emergency storage supplies container
Misc
- Take a pet first-aid/CPR class!
- Practice crate training
- Place “Pets Inside” stickers on doors and windows
* indicate the number and types
* include phone number on sticker
* write “Evacuated with Pets” across stickers should you evacuate
Make a Plan
- Where to evacuate
- Develop a buddy system
* share evacuation plans in case you’re not home when there’s an evacuation, your neighbors will evacuate your pets.
* location of pet’s emergency kit
* designate specific 2 meeting locations
(both close and far away) - Talk to vet about emergency planning
- Gather contact info about emergency animal treatment