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Pet
Disaster Preparedness Kits
Other Pets
(Birds, Reptiles and Small Animals) |
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Many
of us have dogs, cats and other pets that
we care for along with our other family
responsibilities. We keep up with their
vaccinations, registration/tags, vet appointments,
play/exercise time and of course, feeding
them. Am I missing anything? Oh, yes, a
pet emergency/travel kit! How could I forget?
I
like to think of the “emergency
kit” as a “care kit”. Even
though, as I am often told, in Kings County
we really do not have any major disasters
to warrant stocking emergency supplies, I
like to focus on the simple times while on
travel with your pets. Maybe you are just
going to take the dog to the park to play
and get some exercise, or to work in a country
field for a few hours. In addition, let’s
just say that for whatever reason, your little
outing goes a little longer than expected
or maybe you have car trouble on the drive
home. Your dog is hungry, thirsty, and dog-tired.
Now what? Of course, you are all set with
your car kit since it is stocked with water
and snacks and such, but what about the dog.
Do you have a pet emergency/travel kit?
Whether on travel or during an emergency,
our pets are often at an even greater risk
of danger than we are. If you are in a situation
where you will be away from your home for
an extended or even permanent amount of time,
be sure you have the proper kits and supplies
needed to care for your family and your pets.
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Twelve
Basic Items for Your Pet Emergency/Travel
Kit
The
following is a basic emergency/travel kit
for your pets. Start by using a backpack,
old gym/duffle bag or even 5-gallon buckets
for the contents of your kit. (Make a separate
bag/container for each pet) Place the following
items in the bag to begin assembling your
kit:
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On
top of the bag, boldly print your name,
phone numbers and your
pet’s name (or attach a card). |
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Water
and food, enough for 3-7 days. |
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Food
and water dishes. |
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Blanket
or towel for a bed. |
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Medicine,
with instructions for use. |
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A
note listing your Veterinarian and
phone number, the pets name and your
first and last name. |
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The name address
and phone number of a friend or relative,
where the pet might stay. |
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A favorite toy and some
treats. |
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For
a dog, a leash and collar. |
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For
a cat, a collapsible cat carrier, litter
and litter box. |
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Small
plastic bags for pet messes. |
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Picture
of your pet, information on feeding-amounts-times,
any behavioral or other issues that someone
might need to be aware of. Place all
pets’ information, lists, and notes
in a waterproof container or zip-lock
bag. |
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All
done? Congratulations! If you have checked
all 12 items on the list, you have completed
your basic pet emergency/travel kit!
There are online companies that will gladly sell
you emergency pet kits if you don’t have
the time. However, I think preparing your own
kit will not only save you money, but you will
have a more personal kit to fit the individual
needs of your pets. |
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Other
Pets:
For those of you who have other pets besides
dogs and cats you may want to heed these
points: |
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Special
Considerations for Reptiles
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A
snake may be transported in a
pillowcase, but you should have
permanent and secure housing
for him when you reach a safe
place.
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Take
a sturdy bowl that is large for
your pet to soak in. It’s
also a good idea to bring along
a heating pad or other warming
device, such as a hot water bottle.
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Lizards
can be transported like birds
(see above).
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Special
Considerations for Small Animals
- Small
animals, such as hamsters, gerbils,
mice and guinea pigs, should be transported
in secure carriers with bedding materials,
food and food bowls.
- Items
to keep on hand: Salt lick, extra
water bottle, small hide box or tube,
a week's worth of bedding.
If you have any other pets not listed in this article, please consult your
veterinarian for instructions or any other questions you may have.
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| Other items you may want to add to your
kit to make it an all hazards emergency
supply kit for any situation: |
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Pet
first-aid kit and guide book *(see
below for standard items) |
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Aluminum
roasting pans or the like as disposable
litter trays. |
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Liquid
dish soap and disinfectant. |
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Extra
disposable bags for clean-ups |
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Flashlight |
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Manual
can opener and paper plates to put the
food on |
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Pet hygiene items (brush, shampoo) |
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Three-day
supply of any medications or vitamins
your pet normally takes. |
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Pet
first aid manual |
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Names,
addresses, telephone numbers of local
vet offices, including 24-hour
clinics. |
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Tape |
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Scissors |
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Antibacterial
soap |
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Hydrogen
Peroxide |
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you have any other pets not listed in this
article, please consult your veterinarian
for instructions or any other questions you
may have. |
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