Emergency and Natural Disaster Management Plan for Your Pet

If your pet must be evicted and taken to an animal shelter or other safe place:

• Identify your pet with a microchip, tattoos, tags, collar, etc.
• Prepare a waterproof kit containing photos, documents, and vaccination records, among others.
• Keep your pet's vaccinations up to date.
• Have a portable cage or transport box.
• Prepare a box or suitcase with enough food for several days, medications, water bottles, wet wipes, garbage bags, soap, flea and tick preventatives, dishes and favorite toys.
• Identify a place where your pet can be cared for in case you are evicted from your home. Make a list of friends or relatives who can take care of your pets for long periods of time if you should lose your home.
• Plan ahead and stay calm.