Disaster Preparation for People with Pets and Animals

3 Easy-Steps for Keeping Your Pet Safe in Emergencies from Tristate CART

1. Prepare:  Food and water - 3 day supply, pet medications & medical records in waterproof container, pet first aid kit, collar, harness or leash with ID tag, crate or other pet carrier and sanitation items: litter, paper towels, trash bags, newspapers, bleach.  Have all pets microchipped and registered. Download our Checklist for Pets (PDF)
2. Plan: 
• Create a plan to get away and where you will go.
• Develop a buddy system to care for your pets if you are unable to and determine a meeting spot.
• Talk to your veterinarian to keep contact info up to date in recovery database,
• Compile contact information: vet hospitals and places you may take shelter with pets.
• Obtain "Pets Inside" stickers and place on doors and windows. (The ASPCA offers them online)
• Learn how to properly crate a dog in an emergency.
  Animal Disaster Services Training ..Video Here
3. Stay Informed: Know about types of emergencies that may affect your area. (Find out more from the ASPCA)

More Information

• Download our Checklist for Pets (PDF)
• Disaster Preparation for People with Pets (PDF)
• Learn how to properly crate a dog in an emergency (Video)