Have You Protected Your Pet? We are now halfway through hurricane season and thankfully the Atlantic has been quiet. However, hurricane season officially ends on November 30, so if you still have not prepared your pet in case of a severe storm, now is the perfect time to get your plan in place:
Organize a Pet Survival Kit which should include:
*Dry and canned pet food
*Pet medication, if necessary
*Newspapers (dogs might not be able to go outside to potty)
*Cleaning products
*Extra leash and collar
*Water and food bowls
*A picture of your pet and your pet’s medical records
*Kitty litter and cat pan
Additionally, make sure your pet is current on all vaccinations and is wearing his Broward County Pet Registration tag, so he can be identified in case he gets lost from home. The tag is available from participating veterinary clinics, Broward County Animal Care, Pet Supermarket stores or our neighborhood Rabies Clinics.
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Are You Ready? Today is the official start of the 2012 hurricane season. At least 11 total storms are forecast for this year, of which six are predicted to become hurricanes. Meteorologists predict that two of these hurricanes may become a Category 3 or higher storm. As you plan for your family’s safety, remember to plan for your pet as well. ABANDONING YOUR PET IN A STORM IS NOT AN OPTION AND IS AGAINST THE LAW! If you must evacuate, please consider these five smart options:
- Make a reservation at a pet-friendly hotel/motel outside of the hurricane area.
- For information on pet-friendly hotels/motels check:
- Reserve space for your pet at a kennel outside of the hurricane area.
- Be clear on the kennel’s policies and requirements
- Pets must be current on their vaccinations
- Pets must have a Pet Registration Tag
- Check to see if your veterinarian will be offering boarding services.
- Decide whether to stay at the home of a relative or friend outside of the storm area.
- Bring your Pet Survival Kit (food, water, leashes, identification/veterinary papers)
- Stay at the Broward County pet-friendly shelter.
- To register for the pet-friendly shelter contact the Broward County Humane Society at 954-989-3977.
- Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
- You must stay at the shelter with your pet.
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Are you Ready for Hurricane Season? Now is the time to start preparing for the start of hurricane season. This means not only planning for your home and family, but also your pet. As part of your plans, one of the most important steps you must take is to ensure that your pet is up-to-date with his or her rabies vaccination and Broward County Pet Registration. If your pet already has received a current rabies vaccination, then make sure that he or she is outfitted with a sturdy collar with a current Pet Registration Tag attached to it. The collar and pet tag are vital because if your pet becomes lost, the Registration Tag is one of the best ways to ensure you are reunited with your pet – either through Broward County Animal Care or by a fellow resident who may find your dog or cat after the storm has passed. Pet Registration Tags are easy to obtain and are available:
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