DISASTER READINESS RESOURCES
In the ASPCA’s ongoing efforts to promote disaster readiness for pet parents, we have added two new resources two our website: an informational video hosted by John Goodman and a transcript of a Q&A with ASPCA expert Sandy Monterose.
JOHN GOODMAN ON DISASTER READINESS
The actor urges pet parents to include the four-legged members of the family in their emergency plans.
We recently held a live, moderated discussion with Sandy Monterose, Senior Director, National Outreach, Disaster Readiness. We posted the transcript online; here is a sampling of one of the questions she addressed.
What can I do for a large dog? I read the other topic about pet carriers. Both of my dogs are large—one is 75 lbs, the other is 65 lbs. How do I contain them and help them remain safe? I have never thought to put together an emergency kit. What types of items do I put in this kit?
—B.B.
Great question! First, here are some things to make sure you have prepared in case of emergency:
- medication
- vet info
- medical and vaccination records
- special medical or behavioral instructions (allergies, etc),
- clear picture of your pet, and a picture of you with your pet to prove ownership.
- all identification numbers for your pet: tattoo, tag, microchip.
- list of identifying features.
- emergency contact for you of someone outside the disaster area.
- a week's worth of food and water, extra collars, leashes, bedding and food and water bowls.
Your large dogs won't fit in a carrier, so you might want to have a long leash, and possibly a muzzle. Trauma shoes may also be a good idea.
—Sandy M.
Click here to read the rest of the transcript of the moderated discussion with Sandy Monterose.
Labels: Pet Care
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3 Comments:
the hurraican made troudle not just for humans but for the animals and pets.
This is a good idea. I think alot of people were caught out in England recently when they had terrible floods. Two cats were reported drowned and one man would not leave his house because he could not move his dog. If we all at least thought about what we would do if.... with our pets then it would make a very stressful situation slightly easier.
I HAVE A 180 LB BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG AND WOULD NEVER LEAVE HIM BEHIND. THRERE IS A LAW OF NO PETS LEFT BEHIND AFTER HURRICANE KATRINA. YOUR LOCAL HUMANE SOCIETY WILL BE ABLE TO HELP PREP W/DISASTER KITS (MINE DOES). IF I CAN'T TAKE MY DOG, I WILL STAY WITH HIM! FINAL LINE!
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