Imagine being woken up in the middle of the night.....something is horribly wrong. Whether it’s an earthquake, a flood, or a firefighter pounding on your door to tell you to evacuate immediately because of an out of control blaze - you have to react instantly!
You quickly grab your backpack that contains clothes, water, food, cash, a radio/flashlight and head for the door. You manage to round up your beloved dog and cat, but as you rush out to safety you realize you’ve neglected to pack any emergency supplies for your furry friends.
The problem is, you don’t have time to gather up everything you need if you have to get out of your home right away.
We know how important it is to have a plan, and be prepared for any emergency. People love their pets but often it doesn’t sink in that an emergency can happen any time.
Having all your pets’ necessities in one place is key - such as a small backpack for each pet, or organizing everything in a box or sealed container.
Sadly, disasters do happen , and being well-prepared can make all the difference in how well your family , including your four-legged friends , get through the crisis.
EMERGENCY CHECKLIST FOR PETS:
-food and water (seven day supply)
-identification tag and collar
-sturdy crate and or carrier
-pet first aid kit
-blanket and plastic bags
-leash, harness
-food and water bowls, collapsable if available
-litter box and litter for cats
-manual can opener
-recent photos of your pet
-copy of your pets vaccine history
-any special medications and instructions
-emergency phone numbers and addresses of vet clinic , boarding kennels etc.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR MORE INFORMATION AT THE FIREHALL OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY JUNE 14th FROM 11 - 3 at the new firehall. Look for the ESS (Emergency Social Services) table, with guests from TOTAL PREPARE to replenish or begin your emergency kits. for more info google www.totalprepare.ca
