Posted by scrapper | Posted in Stickers | Posted on 31-05-2009
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How to Protect Your Pet During a Hurricane
Author: Julie Calligaro
Hurricane Season began June 1st and ends November 30th. Hurricane forecasters predict 13-16 named storms will develop this season with as many as 9 of those storms reaching hurricane strength. The likelihood of a major hurricane making landfall along the U.S. coastline is 69%. This information is a reminder that owners and their pets may be forced to evacuate on short notice.
Yet studies on disaster evacuation show that only 40% of pet owners are prepared to evacuate their pets with the rest of the family. The remaining 60% evacuate without their pets and then risk their own lives by returning home prematurely to rescue their animals. Simple foresight and planning can protect both pet owners and their four-legged companions.
Our pets depend on us for their survival. To be prepared:
Make certain that your pets’ vaccinations are current. Keep a collar with identification on your pet and have a leash on hand to control your pet.
Assemble a portable Pet Safety Kit and carry a second kit in your car.
Have a properly sized pet carrier for each of your pets. The carriers should be large enough for your pet to stand in and turn around.
Affix pet rescue window stickers on prominent windows. If a disaster strikes when you’re not home, this sticker will alert rescue workers that pets are inside. If you and your pets evacuate (and time permits) write “Evacuated” across the decal.
Plan an evacuation strategy for your family and your pet. Specialized pet shelters, animal control shelters, veterinary clinics and friends and relatives out of harm’s way are potential refuges for your pet during a disaster. If you plan to shelter your pet – work it into your evacuation route planning.
Animals brought to a pet shelter are required to have:
Proper identification collar and rabies tag. Proper identification on all belongings.
Carrier or cage. Leash. Ample supply of food, water and food bowls. All necessary medications. Specific care instructions. Newspapers and paper bags for clean up.
Pet shelters will be filled on a first come first served basis. Call ahead to determine availability.
After the disaster:
Walk pets on a leash until they become re-oriented to their home. Familiar scents and landmarks may be altered and pets can easily become confused and lost. Downed power lines, reptiles brought in with high water and debris can all pose threats for animals after a disaster.
If pets cannot be found after a disaster, contract the local animal control office to find out where lost animals can be recovered. Bring along a picture of your pet.
After a disaster, animals can become aggressive or defensive so monitor their behavior.
About the Author:
Julie A. Calligaro is probate and estate planning attorney and author of How to Safeguard Your Pet in an Emergency and at Your Disability or Death and Arranging Your Financial And Legal Affairs. http://www.SafeguardMyDog.com. A free checklist of the steps that protect your pets during an emergency and at your disability or death and a Pet Care Card to carry if you are injured or hospitalized, visit http://www.safeguardmydog.com/Nutshell.pdf
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – How to Protect Your Pet During a Hurricane
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