Assembling an Emergency Kit for Your Pets
Disasters and emergencies can happen unexpectedly, forcing you to evacuate your home with little notice. Having an emergency kit prepared specifically for your furry friends will enable you to grab and go, providing your pets with much-needed food, medications, identification and other vital supplies during a crisis. Learn about the essential items all pet owners should include in an emergency preparedness kit for their cats, dogs, or other animals.
Information About Your Pet:
- Records of pertinent medical and surgical history
- Vaccination history
- Heartworm status (dogs), FeLV/FIV status (cats)
- Current medications, doses, and dosing frequency
Information About Your Vet:
- Veterinarian contact information
- Local emergency clinic numbers and locations
Medications:
- Several days supply of chronic medications (Remember to check expiration dates)
First Aid Supplies:
- Blanket
- Exam gloves
- Thermometer
- KY Jelly
- Muzzle
- Tweezers
- Toenail trimmers, Quick Stop / silver nitrate sticks
- Scissors (blunt and sharp tipped)
- Syringes without needles
- Antiseptic solution/wipes
- Rubbing alcohol
- 3% Hydrogen peroxide
- Bandage material
- Adhesive tape
- Cotton balls/swabs