Preparedness category
Pet emergency preparedness
Include pets and service animals in supplies, transport, identification, and shelter decisions.
Use this general checklist as a starting point, then follow instructions from local authorities, utilities, clinicians, and emergency services for the situation in front of you.
Prepare before a disruption
- Keep identification and contact information current and have a secure carrier, leash, or harness.
- Prepare food, water, medicines, sanitation supplies, and relevant records.
- Identify pet-friendly destinations before an evacuation; many public shelters have specific animal arrangements.
- Never leave animals restrained outdoors or behind in a way that prevents escape from danger.
Make the plan usable
- Assign responsibilities and make sure every household member can find the plan and supplies.
- Account for disability, language, transportation, age, dietary, and caregiving needs.
- Review supplies and contact information periodically and replace expired or damaged items.
When conditions change
Use current information from emergency officials and service providers. A general article cannot determine whether a particular building, route, food item, water source, or medical situation is safe.
- Act on evacuation, shelter, boil-water, fire, and other official instructions promptly.
- Call emergency services for immediate danger or a medical emergency.
Important: This public education does not provide a forecast, risk score, medical judgment, or private household recommendation.
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Official sources
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