Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Double Check your Pet's Supply Checklist!!!!!




DISASTER PREPAREDNESS 
ANIMAL SUPPLIES CHECKLIST: 
FOOD

  • Two Week Supply
  • Manual Can Opener
WATER
  • Two Week Supply
BOWLS 
  • For food and water that attach to cage

PORTABLE CARRIER/CRATE 
  • Large enough for pet(s) to stand and turn around in. 
  • Each pet in separate crate. 

IDENTIFICATION
  • Collar, Tag, and Leash 
  • Microchips (Registered with national database) 
  • Current photo of every pet WITH OWNER 

PET FIRST AID KIT 
  • First Aid Guide Book 
  • Roller Bandages 
  • Scissors 
  • Gauze 
  • Antibiotic Ointment
  • Medications 
  • Medical Records (stored in waterproof container or plastic zip bag) 

CAT LITTER AND LITTER BOX 
  • Litter Scooper

CLEANING SUPPLIES 
  • Paper Towels 
  • Disinfectant 
  • Plastic Trash Bags
  • Hand Sanitizer 
  • "Quick Bath" wipes 
  • Plastic poop bags 


BEFORE A Hurricane Approaches: 
Disaster kits and emergency supplies should be ready prior to hurricane season. Once a hurricane warning is declared, preparations should focus on securing your home and property.


• Protect the areas where wind can enter. Secure windows and doors, preferably with permanent, County-approved storm shutters. A second option is to board up windows with 5/8" plywood. You’ll need to cut the boards to fit to have it ready for installation. Tape does NOT prevent windows from breaking.
• Bring in lawn furniture, garbage and recycling carts and other items that are not tied down and could become airborne.
• If you own a boat, use double lines at a marina or consider dry-dock storage.
• Protect your electronics with surge protectors and waterproof coverings.
• Fill prescriptions of emergency medications (consult pharmacist as needed).
• Monitor the storm’s progress.
• Visit www.miamidade.gov or call 3-1-1 for updates on County services. Depending on conditions, bus, rail, garbage collection and recycling service, as well as airport and seaport operations, could be affected.
• Preparedness is not expensive. Many disaster kit items such as flashlights & batteries, garbage bags, etc., may be found around your home.

During a Hurricane: 
If a hurricane is likely in your area, you should: 
• Monitor your radio or television for weather updates and instructions from public safety officials. 
• Stay indoors, preferably in a room with few or no windows. 
• Take your emergency kit and disaster supplies with you if you move from room to room. 
• If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at the main breaker. 
• Use flashlights, not candles or kerosene lamps, as your light source. 
• If you lose power, turn off all major appliances. 
• Avoid using the phone and do not take a bath or shower during the storm. 
• Fight the temptation to go outside during the “eye of the storm.” There’s only a brief period of calm before hurricane force winds return. 
• Keep children informed about what’s happening and watch for signs of stress. 
Keep animals in their carriers.




Sources:
http://www.miamidade.gov/hurricane/library/hurricane-guide.pdf
www.miamidade.gov/fire/ consumer-survival-kit.asp
http://www.miamidade.gov/animals/library/disaster_tip_sheet_eng.pdf
http://www.miamidade.gov/animals/disaster-preparedness.asp

2 comments:

  1. Well written blog pot! That's really interesting for all those who love having pets at their place. They simply become the part of your life so this is your responsibility to keep them healthy and happy.

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    1. Thank you! We are reminded so poignantly when a hurricane in on the horizon but this is something to be prepared for all the time. Even little scrapes when you are out with your pet can be handled better with a little prep!

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