Prevention is the best medicine. Make sure your pet has identification: an ID and a rabies tag attached to his collar. (For cats, use breakaway collars for safety.) Tattoos or microchips may also be effective. Have a picture available of your pet, or better yet, of...

FOOD Horses digestive tracks are sensitive; keep the diet it is accustomed to during disasters Food and special feed should be enough to last at least one week per horse Store in air tight, waterproof container and rotate once every three months Have an extra feed...

If the worst happens, be prepared. Food - 2 week supply of food that your cat is used to. Store in airtight and waterproof containers and rotate every 3 months for freshness Buy single serving pop top cans for one feeding. Throw uneaten portion away. Have a spoon to...

Be ready to care for your best friend in a disaster situation. Food - a reserve for 2 weeks of the food your dog is used to eating: one-serving cans with can opener. Store food in airtight, waterproof container and rotate every 3 months. Feeding and water dishes;...

    Have a bird? Plan for emergencies. Secure your Cage - all opening doors and removable bottoms need to be secured to prevent opening and escape. Use twist ties. Secure the cage to the wall using hook and eye. Don’t keep the cage under a shelf where...