Think disaster can not happen, you and your dogs and cats? Ask yourself what would happen if it were a chemical spill? Or fire? Or a tornado? Or some typical week of monsoon storms bring flooding, like Texas had in 2007? Or a tragedy 9 / 11 in your area, instead of a commercial building to be done? What if you were not at home? You can be ready in a few minutes? Want to know what to do or take?
As you can see, even if you live where there have been disasters, you and yourAnimals may be at risk. Here are some basic guidelines of the Humane Society and ASPCA have to begin with, you and your cat or dog should certainly pass a disaster.
1) Preparation: Gather supplies
Food and water
Sure that at least 3 days (or more) of water and food in an airtight, waterproof container. Be sure to rotate food and water regularly to keep them fresh. Remember, your pet food.
MEDICAL PHARMACEUTICALRECORDS
Order an additional supply of drugs that should be at regular intervals and their pets. Add to your airtight container. Create copies of medical records and vaccination for you and your pet and put them in zip-lock bag in your container.
FIRST AID KIT
Take a first aid kit for your family. For pets, most veterinarians recommend the rolls of cotton association, bandages and tape, scissors, an antibiotic, flea and tick prevention, latex gloves, isopropyl alcoholand saline. Add a flashlight and first PET Aid reference book too.
Collars, ID Tags, HARNESS & LEASH
Even indoor pets should always be on a collar with an ID tag better with your cell phone number on it and a rabies tag. Add a back-up collar and ID tag in the emergency kit in case. Make sure the harness and leash are comfortable and safe for operation in the immediate vicinity. Show (Since recent studies microchip that can cause cancer in petsTo avoid this.)
PET boxes or carriers
I'm your pet is easy to handle and carrier together so you can move quickly. Check the security, robustness and ease of turn (with your pet, and it is possible for a while '?). If you have more than a box of animals, get a folding luggage cart and bungee cords used to secure them. Leave your pets, if not on a leash or confined!
HYGIENE
Have extra litter and a disposable litter box for your cat. For the stack of newspapers dogPaper towels and napkins and disposable plastic garbage bags. Add a small container with bleach or other disinfectants. Tip: bleach may also help to purify the water - 16 drops of regular bleach per liter of water and let set 30 minutes before drinking.
A photo of your pet and YOU
With the confusion brings disaster to have a photo of you and your pet together in the event of separation. It also reflects your property and help identify your pet.Make a list of the colors of your pet, any distinguishing marks, his race, age and sex.
FAMILY PET ITEMS
Since pets are all relevant territorial and feel more secure with things that look and smell familiar, be sure to put some favorite toys, treats, blankets and towels for bedding.
2) Plan ahead: know what
MAKE A Get-Away-Plan
Remember, if the situation is not safe for you, it is not safe for your pet. Take it with you. Often evacuationCenters do not accept pets unless they are service animals. Do your research ahead of time. Share your lists of search (see below) in a zip plastic bag attached to open your carrier, company, and be sure to include your contact information in it.
* A list of pet-hotel and motels with addresses and phone numbers outside the area and take notes on their pet policy.
* Check with friends or relatives outside your area to see if they can temporarily shelter your pets if necessary.Write their phone numbers.
* Prepare a list of denied boarding, veterinary facilties outside your office with addresses and phone numbers of 24 hours.
* If you are not at home when a disaster occurs, there is a close trusted friend or pet sitter for your pet and know where your emergency supplies. Make sure you know how to get in touch quickly.
* Find out if your local animal shelters have relied on animals in an emergency, do ... but the lastLocation!
3) practice: sample of different types of emergencies
Knowing your community RESOURCES
In general, most can be prepared for disasters as indicated above. But depending on where you live, you must understand that emergencies are unique, and learn more of what you can do.
1. Check the website of the Red Cross for more specific suggestions (redcross.org)
2. Visit the Ready-Gov Web site (ready. gov) or call 1-800 BE-READY.
Then try scenariosin your mind and with family and friends. The more you do this ahead of time, is the more calm you and your pet will be, if an accident happens.
PREPARATION FOR THE DISASTER AFTER
Back to find at home can mean something totally unexpected. If your house or apartment was damaged or destroyed, you must:
* Keep your pet on a leash or in a carrier. Do not Let Them strips, because they were not known landmarks disoriented and odors.
* Bring some well-known petArticles, in order to reassure them.
Sources: ASPCA (aspca.org) and Humane Society (hsus.org)
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