Prepare a Pet Disaster Kit

Prepare a disaster kit for your pet(s), so evacuation will go smoothly for your entire family. Ask your veterinarian for help putting it together. Here is a disaster prep pet emergency checklist (PDF) to get you started. Some examples of what to include are included in the list on this page.

Disaster Supplies for Pets

• Food (in airtight waterproof containers or cans) and water for at least 2 weeks for each pet
• Food and water bowls and a manual can opener
• For cats: litter box and litter
• For dogs: plastic bags for poop
• Clean-up items for bathroom accidents:
  • Bleach-containing cleaning agent
  • Paper towels
  • Plastic trash bags
• Medications for at least 2 weeks, along with any treats used to give the medications and pharmacy contact for refills
• Medical records
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Current vaccination record
  • If your pet has a microchip, a record of the microchip number
  • Prescription for medication(s)
  • For cats, most recent FeLV/FIV test result or vaccination date
  • Summary of pertinent medical history; ask your veterinarian for a copy
• Sturdy leashes or harnesses
• Carrier or cage that is large enough for your pet to stand comfortably and turn around; towels or blankets
• Pet toys and bed (familiar items to help the pet[s] feel more comfortable)
• A handout containing identification information (in the event you get separated from your pet)
  • Current photo of pet
  • Pet's descriptive features:
    • Age
    • Approximate weight
    • Color(s)
    • Neutered/non-neutered status
    • Sex
  • Microchip number
  • Owner contact information:
    • Cell phone
    • Home phone
    • Work phone
  • Contact information of a close relative or friend
• A handout with boarding instructions, such as feeding schedule, medications, and any known allergies and behavior problems
• Documents, medications, and food should be stored in waterproof containers