After Hurricane Katrina, more than 250,000 pets, including cats, dogs and fish, were left stranded by this storm and the subsequent flooding by owners who thought they would have returned in a few days but were unable to do so.
It's a staggering number, and one that should motivate pet parents to think ahead. Let's look at some of the precautions that can be taken in advance, as well as what to do when time is truly nonexistent and spur-of-the-moment decisions must be made, including:
- Identity Prep: Tags are a great place to start. Also consider implanting a microchip, one of the most reliable methods for recovering a lost or stray pet.
- Home Bunker: Don't wait until the tornado drops down in your backyard; heed the advice of FEMA and bring pets inside as soon as any watches or warnings hit the airwaves.
- S-O-S: Most emergency and rescue organizations strongly urge against ever leaving pets behind during a disaster.
Full list at HowStuffWorks.com.
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Source: http://holykaw.alltop.com/10-disaster-survival-tips-for-pets
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