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Just how prepared are you?

May 11, 2009

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You’ve read about the importance of preparing for disasters.  Find out if you are truly prepared by answering these questions from The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS).

Can you quickly gather all your pets and put them into their own pet carriers?

Do all of your pets have collars and ID tags with their name, your name, your telephone number and an emergency telephone number?

Do you have recent photos of your pets that you could utilize if your pets become lost?

Do you know where to find pet-friendly hotels and an emergency animal shelter?

Do you have your veterinarian’s telephone number on your list of emergency numbers in case your pet becomes ill?

Do you have a contingency plan to evacuate your pets if something happens when you are at work?

Can you quickly find your pet’s disaster evacuation emergency kit?

Please visit HSUS for more information on preparing yourself and your pets for disasters.