Plan ahead and include your pet in your family's preparations.  If you are going to evacuate, take your
pet(s) with you. 

 Some important steps to ensure your pets safety.

• Identification
  Make sure your pet wears a collar and I.D. tag with up-to-date information.  You may also want to consider microchipping your pet for permanent identification.
  
• Vaccinations
  All pets should be current on their shots. Keep a copy of the vaccination records sealed in a plastic bag.
  
• Sleeping Quarters
  Help your animals avoid shattering glass and falling objects. Don't place your pet's bed below windows or shelving.
  
• A home away from home
  Every animal in your house should have a crate - a molded plastic carrying case. Familiarize your pet with the crate before the disaster strikes so that they will be comfortable when it is necessary.
  
• Check your yard
  Make sure all fencing is secure and all holes and potential escape routes are blocked.
• Plan ahead
  Identify animal shelters, local boarding facilities, veterinarians, motels and friends or relatives that may temporarily house your pet after a disaster.
  
  If you evacuate, take your pet!

A DISASTER PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST

Use this checklist as a guide for building your own disaster preparedness kit for your pet.

• Molded plastic pet carrier
• Copy of your pet's rabies and vaccination records sealed in a plastic bag
• Pet first aid book and kit
• Two-week supply of pet food
• Bottled water
• One-month supply of your pet's regular medications
• Non-spill food and water bowls
• Cat litter
• Cat litter pan
• Leash
• Plastic bags (for pet waste disposal)
• Sheets (one to cover each pet carrier)
• Blankets
• Non-electric can opener
• Newspaper
• Disinfectants
• Paper Towels
• Comb/Brush