PET PREPAREDNESS

Keeping Your Pets Safe During Disaster

You must admit that our pets are more than just pets... they are family. It is important to not only consider the needs of your human family but of your pet family members during times of emergency. It is important to plan for your pets for the possibility of disaster. Pets are NOT allowed in the Baldwin County Shelters of Last Resort, pursuant to the ADA Baldwin County Shelters of Last Resort will accommodate service animals.

Some essential items to consider for your pets include water, food, medications, vaccination records, collar, ID tag, leash, pet carrier, toys, blankets, and sanitation items. Plan to find out if your local vet or animal daycare will be accept- ing animals during a disaster. Make sure to keep a recent photo of your pet in your important papers that you take with you.

Pre-determine possible destinations and multiple routes in which to travel. Visit https:// hotels. petswelcome.com/ Alabama to find pet friendly hotels in the area of your destination.