Owned Pets and Horses - Clinical Animal Behavior Service

Pet Emergency Supply Kits:

To prepare, assemble animal emergency supply kits and develop a pet-care plan that will work whether you decide to stay put in an emergency or evacuate to a safer location. Keep in mind that what is best for you is typically best for your animals. Create Animal Emergency Supply Kits for each pet for at least three days, carrier that’s ready to go.

Kits should include:

• Pet identification securely attached and current photos of your pets in case they get lost.
• Medications, first-aid kit and veterinary records (stored in a waterproof container.)
• Sturdy leashes, harnesses, and/or carriers to transport pets safely and ensure that your animals cannot escape.
• Three days’ food supply (one ounce/per pound each day), potable water, bowls, can opener if canned food.
• Pet towel or blanket; pet beds and toys if easily transportable.
• Plastic bags for waste.
• Information on feeding schedules, medical conditions, behavior problems, and the name and number of your veterinarian in case you have to foster or board your pets.

In the event of evacuation, do not leave pets behind. However, if it’s impossible to take them, make sure plenty of dry food and water are available.

Excerpt from publication VCE-414NP