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Pet First Aid Kit

Preparing for emergencies does not stop with securing the doors and latches.  Our furry friends need some extra TLC during these times to better cope with changes taking place and the disaster itself.  When unexpected emergencies arise, pets tend to have increased anxiety and can react irrationally.  Animals have instincts about severe weather changes and will often isolate themselves if they are afraid.  If they are left outside when these instincts kick in, they may run away to find safety.  This increases the chance of pets getting lost, injured or even killed.  By preparing for these changes in our pet’s behavior, we can help them feel more secure, and give them what they need to cope with the situation at hand.

What Your Pets Need Before a Disaster Threatens

Knowing how your pet will react before, during and after [1] a storm is the first step in ensuring their safety.  Take your pet inside the home before the disaster occurs.  This will help them find a secure and quiet spot for them to ride out the disaster in.  Also, as a contingency plan, it is always good to have your pet’s medical documentation and emergency identification cards [2] on hand, or included along with your emergency documents.  Additionally, having some first aid supplies set aside for your pets may help ensure their safety if they happen to become injured.

Suggestions for your pet’s first aid kit:

Ensuring our pets are as safe as the other members of the family will help all family members cope with the stressful situation.  The American Red Cross offers Pet First Aid courses that could further assist you in caring for your pets when they become injured.  At the very least, those who have pets should pick up a first aid manual for pets.  The American Red Cross offers a pet first aid manual [3]that can be bought online.