Make sure all pets have Identification & current vaccination tags

RESCUE ALERT STICKER (free from ASPCA or local pet supply store may sell them)

Make sure your GO BAG is packed with everything your pet will need (include extra water)

Keep current photo of your pet in case you get separated

ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS  take your pets with you; more and more shelters are setting up to accommodate people/families with pets so check into places you will be welcomed with the fur or feathered members of your family

In the event you are not home when disaster strikes: ask a neighbor to step in and help you safely evacute your pets.

Pet behavior may change after a disaster, make sure they are on a leash at all times so they do not try to escape

For larger animals (cow, horse, etc)

• try to take them with you if possible

• if you must leave them: ensure they have adequate food/water, access to shelter, dry bedding

• Decide if you will leave a gate open for them - as they may need to run for safety