Building An Emergency Kit For Your Pet

By Tim Gamble

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Here are some ideas of what to include in your pets' bug out bag or emergency kit:

• Food and water bowls (there are collapsible/foldable ones that don't take up much room)
• Food and water (cans of food are heavy and bulky, consider dry instead)
• Leashes and harnesses (your pets will likely be excited, nervous, and/or scared, so you will need to be able to maintain control of them)
• Treats are a good idea to help keep your pets calm
• Poop Bags to collect their waste
• Medical Records, including proof of rabies vaccinations, and your veterinarian's name & phone number (keep paper records in a water-proof bag)
• Medications your pet may be on. 
• Favorite Toy or Chew Bone (helps to keep them calm)
• First Aid Kit for Pets (several are available on Amazon) 
• First Aid For Pets Handbook (several are available on Amazon)

A Few Other Considerations:

• Pets should wear their ID tags and collars/harness at all times 
• Have a current photo of your pets with you
• If practical, a portable kennel carrier for each pet might be useful
• If practical, bringing their beds may help keep them calm (familiar sight and smell)
• Sturdy paper towels or cloth towels will help clean up their messes

!! Remember: Emergency shelters and FEMA camps will most likely not accept pets. Plan on alternative bug-out locations (see my article Bug-Out Locations For People Without Bug-Out Locations). 

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