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Programs & Campaigns
How
to Help Your Companion Animals in Case of an Emergency
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your free NEAVS’ CAREinfo
card
PDF
(57kb) or HTML
There are a numbers of practical things people
can do to help their companion animals in the event of an emergency:
- The first thing to remember, of course,
is to “be prepared.” Our animal companions need us to help protect
them. Never leave them chained or otherwise confined at home.
- Since companion animals most likely
will be prohibited from entering an emergency shelter with you,
make plans in advance with a trustworthy friend or relative
who can reach your companion animals in the event of an emergency
and provide for their rescue and care. A trusted veterinarian
or kennel may be another solution.
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Keep a recent photo of your companion
animal with you for identification purposes. And always carry
NEAVS’
CAREinfo card with you!
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Post photo(s) of your companion(s)
in a readily noticable spot (such as the refrigerator) along
with clear, simple instructions on where to locate your companion
animal(s) and their food and supplies.
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Have at least a week’s supply of
food, special meds, litter, bedding and a sturdy carrier.
Record emergency numbers (vet, animal control, etc. on your
NEAVS’
CAREinfo card) and have everything “ready to go!”
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For additional information, visit
the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Web site (www.fema.gov/fema/aprep.htm).
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