Disaster
Preparedness
with Pets
A Checklist and
Planning Guide for
Emergency Situations
Pet Evacuation Action Plan
Local Pet-Friendly Shelters
Pet Records & ID
Create a Pet Emergency Kit
Important Contact Numbers
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 1
Introduction
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Pet First Aid Kit
for Canines
Dear Pet Owners,
On behalf of Braden River Animal Hospital and
North River Animal Hospital, we have prepared the
following Disaster Preparedness reference to assist
in creating an emergency action plan with your pet
in mind. This guide overviews proactive steps that
can be taken to better prepare owners if or when
an evacuation with a pet(s) is necessary. Intended
to be utilized in conjunction with a larger family
disaster plan already in place, checklists in this
guide can be used to create an evacuation plan
and pet-specific emergency kit that addresses the
separate needs of both dogs and cats that may
occur during emergency situations.
While living in our beautiful Gulf Coast region of
Florida, it is important to remember that our area is
not just relegated to the threats of wind, rain and
flooding with the arrival of Hurricane Season during
the summer months. Families can be displaced
without warning by other natural and man-made
disasters which can crop up at any time. The
devastating effects caused by fire, tornadoes,
hazardous spills and more can pose a safety
hazard to your family and pets year-round. Creating
a sound disaster preparedness plan can give pet
owners the best chance of improving their
circumstances if an emergency situation does
arise.
Need help with creating a Disaster Preparedness
plan for your pet(s)? Please don't hesitate to call
our office during regular operating hours. A
member of our veterinary team will be happy to
assist you with any questions.
Sincerely,
The Doctors and Staff
Braden River
Animal Hospital
941-745-1513
contact@
bradenriveranimalhospital.com
Please contact us
if you need
assistance creating a
Disaster
Preparedness
Plan for Pets
North River
Animal Hospital
941-845-4448
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 2
Action Plan for Evacuating with Pets
The following list provides a summary of items to consider when creating
an action plan for your pet(s) if an evacuation is necessary:
___ Create an action plan for an evacuation if one becomes necessary
___ Know what person will care for your pet(s) if assistence is needed
___ Plan ahead for how your pet will be transported during an evacuation
___ Be familiar with pet-friendly emergency shelters in your county
___ Know important pet emergency contact numbers
___ Update your contact information with family, friends and neighbors
___ Prepare ahead by creating both a Pet Evacuation and Pet First-Aid Kit
Pet Evacuation Action Plan
Pet Records
___ Obtain a hard copy of your pet's records including a rabies certificate
___ Download the PetPage mobile app for 24/7 access to records online
___ Store a copy of your pet's records on your mobile device(s)
Pet Indentification
___ Update your pet's most current information with pet-related providers
___ Include a recent photo with a hard copy of your pet's records
___ Download a recent photo of your pet onto your mobile device(s)
___ Update our office with a photo of your pet to include in our database
___ Store all hard copies of your pet's records in a waterproof bag
___ Purchase Pet ID tags for placement on collars, leashes and carriers
___ Attach your pet's rabies tag on collars or harnesses along with Pet ID
___ Provide a secondary form of Pet ID for your pet's carrier
___ Consider microchipping your pet for an extra layer of security
___ Affix a pet information sticker at your residence for First Responders
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 3
Pet-Friendly Emergency Shelters in Manatee County
Braden River High: 6545 SR 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34203
Manatee High School: 902 33rd St Ct W, Bradenton, FL 34205
Mills Elementary School: 7200 69th Street East, Palmetto, FL 34221
Pet Shelter Requirements for Manatee County:
Pet(s) must arrive with a carrier or cage. Cages will not be available on site.
Pet(s) must remain in carrier (except at scheduled exercise times).
Owners must provide pet food and other pet supplies as needed.
Owners must provide certification that pet(s) are current with rabies vaccination.
Owners will not permit other shelter occupants to handle or approach pet(s).
Owners are responsible for the care, feeding and handling of their own pet(s).
From: Manatee County:
https://www.mymanatee.org/departments/public_safety/emergency_management/e
mergency_shelters/
"Pet sheltering requirements and rules are important during disaster
situations. Your cooperation in making a pet friendly shelter environment
enjoyable is appreciated."
For more information, please visit the
Manatee County Hurricane Readiness Center:
https://www.mymanatee.org/departments/public_safety/e
mergency_management/__manatee_ready__emergency
_planning/
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 4
Pet-Friendly Emergency Shelters in Sarasota County
Brookside Middle School: 3636 S. Shade Ave., Sarasota, FL 34239
Riverview High School: 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231
North Port High School: 6400 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL 34291
Heron Creek Middle School: 6501 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL 34291
Woodland Middle School: 2700 Panacea Blvd., North Port, FL 34289
Sarasota County Pet Shelter Rules:
Sarasota County pet shelters allow cats and dogs ONLY. No other species of non-human
animal may be kept at these shelters.
Pet owners must show current medical records of their pets when requested.
Pets are to be leashed at all times when outside of their carriers.
Owners are responsible for the daily care of their pet(s).
Pets are to be fed and exercised twice daily.
Owners must dispose of waste immediately.
Cage doors must be latched and secured.
Animals that are diseased, have parasites or are unruly are not allowed in public shelters.
Animals abandoned at the shelter will be relocated to Sarasota County Animal Services.
(SCAS). Disposition is at the discretion of SCAS.
Pet owners are liable for damages or injury caused by their pets to any person, other
animals or property.
People are not permitted to reside in “pet-designated areas”. (There are separate "living
areas" for pets at the shelter.)
Pet owners/representatives are required to sign a release upon arrival at the shelter.
Sarasota County reserves the right to refuse admittance to any animal that poses a risk to
other animals and people.
From: Sarasota County: Disaster Planning for Pets
http://www.themeadowssarasota.org/pdf/emergency_prep/pets/pets_prep.pdf
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 5
Obtain a Hard Copy of Your Pet's Records
A copy of your pet's records can be obtained in several convenient ways
from our offices. In case an evacuation is necessary, having a hard copy of
your pet's records is very important.
Emergency Shelters Require Proof of a Rabies Vaccination
Please call or email our office to request a hard copy of your pet’s records.
One of our team members will be happy to assist you.
Pet Records by Email - after verifying that your email address is up-to-date
in our computer database, we can send pet records via email for you to
print out at home at your convenience.
Pick-up Pet Records In-person - pet owners can call ahead and request
that we print out a copy of your pet's records including a Rabies certificate.
We will have your records ready when you arrive. Or, feel free to stop by
our office during regular operating hours. Printing out your pet's health
records is a quick process. We will be glad to assist you with this task.
Request Pet Records by Mail - pet records can also be sent to owners by
mail as a complimentary service. You are welcome to either call or email
our office and request that a hard copy be sent to you by mail.
Depending on shelter requirements, a hard copy of your pet's rabies
vaccination may be required in addition to a rabies tag.
We recommend having a hard copy of your pet's medical record and
rabies certificate in case the rabies tag is misplaced or lost.
How do I obtain a hard copy of my pet's records?
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 6
Accessing Pet Records Through Our Mobile App
At any time, pet owners can login to the Patient Portal to review
vaccine reminders and other pertinent health information, request
appointments and prescription refills, contact our office and more!
We utilize the
PetPage - ALLYDVM
Mobile App available
on both Android and
iPhone devices. To
download, please copy
from the following links
and download from
your mobile device.
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ple.com/us/app/
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0690093?mt=8
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pps/details?
id=com.allydvm.
comet&hl=en
We offer a convenient way to access your pet's health
records through our complimentary PetPage mobile app.
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 7
Pet Identification
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Having identification for your pet is essential during emergencies.
The following checklist will assist you in covering the basis if your
pet or your pet's belongings become separated from you during
unexpected situations.
Ensure that your pet has proper identification including the following:
Name - Telephone Number - Important Medical Information
The following list includes suggestions for pet identification safeguards:
___ Collars, leashes and harnesses
___ Carriers: Evacuation shelters require that pets remain in carriers
during your stay. All carriers must be clearly identified with both your and
your pet’s information. A tag can be placed on the door of the carrier and a
secondary identification label is recommended for the carrier. A sticker with
information can be placed on the carrier or written with a sharpie on the top
or sides.
___ Additional items: Anything belonging to your pet including bags,
bedding, pet food containers, dishes/dog bowls and more should be
labeled with identifying information.
___ Pet Microchip: Adding an extra layer of security by microchipping
your pet is an excellent way to increase the odds of being reunited if your
pet is lost or separated. Microchipping is a quick process completed by
your veterinarian after making an appointment with our office. If you are
separated from your pet, shelters and veterinary practices have
readers/scanners that can track down your pet's information which is
stored by a nationwide third-party provider.
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 8
Pet Emergency Travel Kit
Checklist for Dogs
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Pet
Emergency
Travel Kit
Checklist for
Canines
___ Pet vaccination and medical records
___ Rabies tag and certificate
___ Instructions (in addition to pet records):
__ Pet feeding schedule
__ Medication schedule and dosages
__ Any behavioral issues (biting)
___ Pet ID tag (name/phone/medical alerts)
___ Dog collars, leashes and/or harness
___ Dog carrier or crate with Pet ID
___ Drinking water and bowl
___ Dry dog food and feeding dish
___ Canned dog food (if applicable)
___ Can tops, manual can opener
___ Spoon for canned dog food
___ Regular dog treats
___ Bedding, pillows, towels and blankets
___ Dog toys
___ Disposable bags and paper towels
___ Disinfectant agent for clean-ups
___ Wet wipes
___ Grooming aids (brushes/nail clippers)
___ Medications (30-day supply if possible)
__ Prescriptions
__ Heartworm prevention
__ Flea & Tick prevention
__ Eye and ear ointments
__ Pet First Aid Kit (see left)
___ Pet Emergency Contact List
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 9
Pet Emergency Travel Kit
Checklist for Cats
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Pet First Aid Kit
for Canines
___ Pet vaccination and medical records
___ Rabies tag and certificate
___ Instructions (in addition to pet records):
__ Pet feeding schedule
__ Medication schedule and dosages
__ Any behavioral issues (biting)
___ Pet ID tag (name/phone/medical alerts)
___ Cat carrier or crate with Pet ID
___ Cat collar, leash and/or harness
___ Drinking water and bowl
___ Dry cat food and feeding dish
___ Canned cat food (if applicable)
___ Can tops, manual can opener
___ Spoon for canned cat food
___ Regular cat treats
___ Bedding, pillows, towels and blankets
___ Cat toys
___ Cat litter, pan (disposal), liners, scooper
___ Disposable bags and paper towels
___ Disinfectant agent for clean-ups
___ Wet wipes
___ Grooming aids (cat brush/nail trimmers)
___ Medications (ideally-30 day supply)
__ Prescriptions
__ Flea prevention
__ Hairball remedy
__ Eye and ear ointments (if applicable)
__ Pet First Aid Kit (see right)
___ Pet Emergency Contact List
Pet
Emergency
Travel Kit
Checklist for
Felines
To
Create a
First Aid Kit
for Your Cat,
See Page 10!
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 10
First Aid Kit for Dogs & Cats
Our
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Create a
Pet First Aid Kit
for Your
Dog or Cat
Listed are some basic essentials when creating
a do-it-yourself pet first-aid kit. More items can
be added to this list. Pre-assembled first-aid kits
for pets are also available for purchase online.
___ Hard copy of pet health records
___ Copy of rabies certificate
___ Prescription Medication
___ Towel or cloth to help control bleeding
___ Absorbable gauze for bleeding
___ Cotton swabs and cotton balls
___ Tongue depressors
___ Disposable gloves
___ Antiseptic, Alcohol and Iodine Prep pads
___ Hydrogen Peroxide (for use only under the
___ direction of a vet to induce vomiting)
___ Tweezers + Magnifying glass
___ Scissors - Bandage scissors (blunt end)
___ Nail trimmers
___ Styptic stick - to help control bleeding
___ Syringes/bulb syringe and/or eye dropper
___ Bandages - Non-stick for wounds
___ Gauze Pads 4"x4"
___ Gauze Pads 2"x2"
___ Gauze Rolls in 2" and/or 4" sizes
___ Bandage tape
___ Antibiotic ointment (OTC & vet-approved)
___ Ice pack/Cold pack
___ Vet Wrap/Elastic Bandaging Rolls
___ Emergency blanket (thermal foil)
___ Leash
___ Muzzle
___ Baggie/bread bag to protect bandaged feet
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 11
Pet Services Emergency Contact Information
Braden River Animal Hospital: 941-745-1513
5012 SR 64 East, Bradenton, FL 34208
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm and Saturdays, 8:00am - 12:00pm
E-mail: [email protected]
www.bradenriveranimalhospital.com
North River Animal Hospital: 941-845-4448
12805 County Rd. 675, Parrish, FL 34219
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm and Saturdays, 8:00am - 12:00pm
E-mail: [email protected]
www.northriveranimalhospital.vet
Animal ER at University Park: 941-355-2884
8237 Copper Creek Blvd, University Park, FL, 34201
Hours of Operation: 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week including Holidays
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.animalerofuniversitypark.com
We recommend including a hard copy contacts in your
Pet Emergency Kit and also saving this list to your mobile device(s).
Veterinarians - General Practice & Emergency Care
Both of our full-service, state-of-the-art animal hospitals provide emergency
veterinary services during normal operating hours if your pet needs urgent care.
Veterinarians - Emergency and Overnight Care
Disaster Preparedness with Pets 12
Pet Services Emergency Contact Information
We recommend including a hard copy of your pet-related contacts in your
Pet Emergency Kit and also saving this list to your mobile device(s).
Veterinarians - Emergency and Overnight Care
Veterinary Emergency Center: 941-896-9420
3915 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
Hours of Operation:
Mondays and Fridays, 5:00pm - 8:00am
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: 3:00pm - 8:00am
Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays: 24 Hours
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bradentonveter.com
Vet Care Express: Animal Ambulance (Manatee and Sarasota Counties) 941-592-
5131
Pet Poison Helpline: 24/7 Animal Poison Control Center (fee applies)
855-764-7661
ACE Pet Resort at Braden River: 5016 E SR 64, Bradenton, FL 34208.
941-708-0811 Please call ahead for space availability.
ACE Pet Resort - Sarasota: 7950 State Road 72, Sarasota, FL 34241.
941-921-4355 Please call ahead for space availability.
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