With the first tropical storm moving up the eastern seaboard, it’s time to start thinking about preparing for hurricane season, but not just for yourselves; for your pets. Knowing what to do in case of an emergency, whether it’s a fire, tornado, hurricane or other disaster makes an evacuation and return to your homes with your pets simple and secure.
Even if you decide to “ride-out” a storm, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has guidelines to help you prepare your pets that include what to store and how much, medical kits and vet records, creating a strategic plan of escape and evacuation shelter and motel information. For more information or to obtain a FEMA pamphlet, please visit the Dothan Animal Shelter or look on FEMA’s website:
Planning ahead gives you the peace of mind of knowing that you, your family AND your pets can survive an emergency situation.
Sgt. Adrianne Woodruff Gregory J. Benton
Dothan Animal Shelter Chief of Police
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