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Your
Pets' Safe Place
Pet Supplies Kit
What To Do As The Storm Approaches
Special Care For Birds
Care For Other Pets
Noah's
Wish
Make
plans now to take care of your pets.
Public emergency
shelters do not allow pets because of health and safety regulations. Animals
who assist people with disabilities are the only animals allowed in shelters.
It may be very difficult to find shelter for your pets during a disaster.
It is vital that you plan ahead for the safety of your pet.
Your
Pets Safe Place:
- Call Hotels/Motels
that you plan to evacuate to. Find out what their regulations or
policies are regarding pets. If there is a "No Pets" policy, ask if
they could waiver in an emergency.
- Make A List
Of Pet Friendly Places. Include in your list, telephone and addresses
of pet boarding facilities or veterinarians.
- Ask Friends
or Relatives, who live outside the affected area if they would be
willing to care for your pets. Call Animal Shelters.
- Ask if emergency
shelter is provided during disasters. Contact The Louisiana SPCA
(504) 368-5191 for a list of pet-friendly inns where you and your pet
can ride-out the storm before the immediate need for evacuation.
- Pet friendly
shelters may be opened during an evacuation. This information will
be available at shelter information points.
Local
SPCA shelters are closed and are not an option for safe boarding during
storm threats.
Pet
Supply List:
- Medication,
Medical Records, & Vaccination Records stored in waterproof container.
- First-aid Kit
- Identification
Tag & Papers. Vets now offer a computer chip ID that is inserted
in a dog's neck under the skin. For only $20-30, it's an affordable
and reliable way to ensure you pet's safe return home.
- Sturdy Leashes
& Carriers to transport your pet easily.
- Current Photos,
just in case they get loss.
- Pet Food
at least a three day supply.
- Potable Water
at least a three day supply. Estimate one liter per large dog per day.
Smaller dogs use less. Do not let your pet drink any water that could
be contaminated from puddles or unknown sources.
- Cat Litter/Pan
- Manual Can Opener
- Pet Beds & Toys, if easily packed & taken along.
As
The Storm Approaches
Remember
to keep your pets securely leashed. They may panic and try to hide, escape,
or even bite or scratch.
- Call Ahead To
Confirm Emergency Shelter.
- Check Pet Supplies.
- Bring All Pets
Indoors. Do not leave pets tied to a leash outside.
- Leave Your Pet
Only As A Last Resort. If you leave your pet, keep them in an enclosed
room such as, a garage, utility room or bathroom.
- Provide Pets
An Escape Route. If pets are left inside the house, position cabinets
or tables so pets can climb higher ahead of rising flood waters.
- Provide Plenty
Of Water, if you are leaving your pets behind. Fill a bathtub or
a non-spill container with water.
- Don't forget
to leave them food but in an emergency pets can survive for several
days without food but not without water.
Special
Care for Birds
- Transport Birds
In Secure Cage or Carrier. If it is cold, wrap a blanket over the
carrier.
- Carry A Spray
Bottle. Mist the birds' feathers periodically during warm weather.
- Do Not Put Water
in the carrier during transport.
- Give Them Fresh
Fruit & Vegetables. Fruits & Vegetables with high water content
is good.
- Line Carrier
With Paper Towels if it does not have a perch. Change paper towels
frequently.
- Do Not Let Birds
Out Of The Cage or Carrier.
Care
For Other Pets
Reptiles:
- Use a pillowcase
to transport snakes.
- Place snakes in
a more secure container when you reach your destination.
- Carry food with
you if your snake needs to be fed often.
- Bring a large water
bowl for your snake to soak and don't forget the heating pad.
House
lizards should be treated the
same as birds during a disaster.
Small Pets:
- Small pets such
as, hamsters, gerbils, etc. should also be put in a secure carrier.
- Be sure they have
their food, bowls, water bottles and bedding supplies.
Noah's
Wish:
If you are currently seeking help during a disaster or need to report
a disaster that has already occurred or is still developing, contact us
immediately at our office. Our office number is (916) 939-9474 or try
calling us at (618) 363-0592 or (618) 792-4173 or If you are not faced with
an urgent situation also try e-mailing us at info@noahswish.org |
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