If you leave your pet behind, they may be lost or injured. Do NOT leave a pet chained up outside.
To plan for evacuation if you have pets you should:
Talk with your neighbors to create a buddy system in case you are not home.
Identify animal shelters that will take in animals in case of an emergency.
Find pet-friendly hotels along your evacuation route and keep a list in multiple locations including your pet's emergency kit, and your household go-bags
Consider an out-of-town friend or relative
Locate veterinarian or animal hospitals in the location where you may be going in case your animal needs medical care
Make sure your pet is microchipped
Make sure your pet's medical records are current, as they may be needed for boarding kennels or animal shelters
Build a Kit
What you should have in your animals emergency kit:
Food
Water
Medications and Medical Records
Important Documents. Registration information, adoption papers and vaccination documents
First aid kit
Collar or harness with ID tags
Leash
Crate or pet carrier
Pet litter and litter box if appropriate
A picture of you and your pet together. If you become separated, a picture of you and your pet together will help you document ownership and allow others to assist
Treats
Toys
Bedding
Anything else that could help your dog reduce stress