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Pet Health Blog

Top 3 Emergency Preparedness Tips for your Pets

6/8/2017

74 Comments

 
Pet Tornado Recovery
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Are your pets disaster-ready?
June is National Pet Preparedness Month, and as advocates for your pets' health and safety, we're sharing important resources and helpful tips to make sure you and your furry family are ready for just about anything!

Link: Get a free pet rescue window decal from the ASPCA here to alert first responders about how many pets are in your home.

Tip #1: Identification, Identification, Identification!
Proper ID - for ALL pets - is the absolute most important thing you can do to increase the odds of reuniting with your animal in the wake of disaster. We all learned a valuable lesson after Hurricane Katrina, when only 15-20% of the tens of thousands of lost pets were able to join their families again.

There aren't hurricanes in Pittsburgh (thank goodness), but we do have our share of floods, tornadoes, fires and the possibility of attack in an unstable world.

We strongly recommend microchipping for dogs and cats (even indoor ones), because while a collar can fall off or be removed, the RFID chip will remain in place for the life of your pet. This simple procedure can be done at any appointment, with minimal pain - it's similar to a vaccine injection, just with a larger needle to accommodate the size of the chip. [Request an appointment online now]

Consider a microchip an extra layer of protection, not a replacement for ID tags.

BoomerangTags.com offers free shipping, no sales tax, and a lifetime guarantee for its CollarTags - they're excellent options for break-away cat collars, too!
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Collar tags should include:
  • Your pet's name
  • Your street address
  • At least one cell phone number (if he's lost, you're likely out looking for him!)
  • "Needs medication" if applicable

Remember to keep your pet's tags and microchip database up-to-date with current contact information!
FEMA Disaster Pet Preparedness
Tip #2: Prepare a "Go Bag"
(It's a good idea to have one of these for your family, too)
This is a grab-and-go pack of essentials for your pet in case you need to evacuate on short notice.

A well-stocked "Go Bag" includes:
  • 3-7 days of food for each pet (rotate every 2 months)
  • 7-day supply of bottled water (rotate every 2 months)
  • A small supply of daily medications (rotate every 2 months)
  • Extra leash + extra collar/harness
  • Food & water bowls
  • [cats] Foil roasting pan as a disposable litterbox
  • [cats] Gallon Ziploc bag of litter
  • [cats] One pillowcase per cat - these can be used as emergency cat carriers, if needed. (Don't worry - they can breathe and actually often feel comforted by the visual barrier from unfamiliar sights.)
  • Recent photos of your pet, in case you become separated
  • Photocopies of vaccine records for each pet
Tip #3: Have emergency contact information ready before you need it
If they're not already, program important veterinary phone numbers into your cell phone:
  • Allegheny North Veterinary Hospital: 412-364-5511
  • Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC): 412-366-3400
  • University Veterinary Specialists: 724-727-2273
  • ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: 888-426-4435
  • Your local fire/police department non-emergency numbers

You might consider having an alternate caregiver on standby in case something would happen that prevents you from accessing your home. Talk to trusted neighbors and create a plan together to provide care for one another's pets in case of emergency.
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Helpful Resources
Downloads:
  • ASPCA Mobile App (iOS/Android)
On-the-go information about how to manage emergencies with your pet - no signal/WiFi required
  • ​American Red Cross Pet First Aid App
Advice for stabilizing your pet in an emergency, how to administer medication and respond to stress-related behavior.
  • Animal Poison Control App
Quick access to common toxins to aid in assessing severity of risk, identification, and one-click calling to the 24/7/365 pet poison control line.​
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Links:
  • Ready.gov: Pet & Animal Emergency Planning
Preparing emergency supplies, shelter, & more. Includes information for large animal preparedness.
  • American Red Cross: Pet Disaster Preparedness & Recovery
​Useful info, from preparing your emergency kit to helping your pets safely adjust after an incident.
  • BringFido.com
Although​ intended for traveling and entertainment with your dog, this website can serve as a helpful search tool if you must evacuate and find lodging with your pets.
  • Tornadoes: Keeping pets safe
Tips include having family members practice moving pets into a designated "safe zone" - evacuation drills are important for your pets, too!
74 Comments
Sariah Meagle link
10/9/2018 12:05:51 am

My dad has a dog and wanted to make sure that it will grow well. It was explained here that it will be best to have emergency numbers on hand. Moreover, it's recommended to go to a veterinarian specialist for quality pet care.

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Gillian Babcock link
1/10/2019 06:45:59 pm

My sister's pet is not feeling and was not eating for a day now. It was suggested here that it will be best to prepare a go-bag in case of an emergency that has three to seven days of food for the pet. Furthermore, it's recommended to go to a trusted vet hospital for quality pet care.

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Gillian Babcock link
1/17/2019 01:05:01 am

There was a storm last weekend my parents' pets are a bit sickly after that. It was explained here that in case of emergencies the pets should have identification and have a prepare go bag. Moreover, it's recommended to go to trusted pet hospitals for quality pet care.

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Gillian Babcock link
2/25/2019 07:15:43 pm

My sister is worried about her pet cat and she wants to make sure that it will be properly identified. It was explained here that her pet should be properly ID'd and have an emergency number placed. Furthermore, it's recommended to go to a trusted veterinarian for quality pet care.

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Camille Devaux link
2/27/2019 08:11:38 pm

Having a go-bag is a big important part of making sure that you are ready to keep your pet. Making sure that you are getting medication is a big deal. I am sure that my sister might like knowing this as she looks to find an animal hospital.

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Nolan link
4/16/2019 12:29:21 am

Great advice with the collar tags!

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Gillian Babcock link
5/15/2019 01:03:31 am

My sister is looking for a veterinary clinic because her cat is not feeling well for a while now. It was explained here that it's important to have emergency numbers ready before needing it for a pet emergency. Moreover, it's recommended to consult experts when looking for veterinarian clinics.

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Johnny McCarron link
6/19/2019 10:07:58 pm

I love your idea of microchipping my pet. If I ever lose a pet, having a microchip would definitely ease my conscience. And when I get my pet back, I'd definitely want to take her into a vet just to make sure she's okay.

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Randy Chorvack link
7/12/2019 11:47:19 am

I think that emergency preparedness for pets is so important. Having enough food and water for my animals is just as important as having enough for me! I have a cat and a dog who are both my babies. Thank you for this list, now I will be able to make sure my pets are as prepared for disaster as I am.

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Ron Booker link
10/8/2019 11:43:54 am

I like that you suggested using the microchipping in your pet to help you know where he is in case you lose him out of sight. Personally, I have been dealing with my wife on taking our dog for some type of tracking collar to avoid losing the dog. I'm going to take your advice and ask a professional about microchipping technology.

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Gary Hamburg link
11/12/2019 05:54:56 am

I appreciate the suggestions given in this blog...
Every pet owner should be aware of such awareness as it is essential to deal with an emergency and to survive a disaster.
Storage of food and water plays a detrimental role to survive an emergency.
Do some research on the internet to learn more in this regard.

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emma jones link
11/15/2019 09:49:45 am

Thanks for the Tip #2, i was in search of such information, these are very useful tips for pet parents. i will follow it :)

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11/18/2019 09:59:19 am

I love the idea of using a foil roasting pan as a litterbox in emergencies so you can throw it out when you're done using it. Besides it being disposable, it's also pretty cheap. I'll make sure to get one of those and put it in my emergency storage.

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3/6/2020 08:45:20 am



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4/15/2020 11:58:36 pm

I like that you explain that you should have your veterinary phone numbers in your phone before you need them in an emergency. My husband has been worried about our dog getting the proper care in time of emergency. I think we should find an emergency vet that we can count on when the time comes.

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4/29/2020 11:59:24 am

I thought it was great that you recommended having 3-7 days of food supply for your pet, as well as 7 days of water in case of an emergency. My husband and I just adopted a sweet, 3-year-old puppy named Monty. We want him to stay healthy, so I'll do this and try to find a vet near me for the future.

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5/5/2020 09:51:48 am

My brother told me that now that he is living alone, he would like to have a pet. I like how you recommend micro-chipping your dog in case it gets lost. I will definitely tell my brother to choose a smart dog breed so that he won't have any issues when he trains the dog.

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6/2/2020 12:06:57 pm

I like what you said about having a "go bag" of supplies ready for your pet. My sister has been telling me about how her dog has been vomiting recently, and she wants to make sure that he's okay. I'll share this information with her so that she can look into her options for taking him to the vet.

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6/16/2020 01:30:33 am

Thank you for highlighting the importance of identification when we own a dog. My kids are planning to adopt a labradoodle puppy. When we go to the pound, I will strongly encourage to have a proper identification and paperwork drawn to ensure its safety.

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