• acquire a pet carrier for each pet and familiarize the animal with the enclosure
•  ensure your pets vaccinations and records are up to date
•        have a leash with a properly fitting collar on hand
• attach vital vaccination and license ID to the collar
•     In your home determine the safest place to keep your pet during an emergency. The area should be away from windows and easily cleaned.
•      have an ample supply of a dry type - less palatable food and kitty litter on site
•   have plenty of newspaper, plastic bags, cleaner and disinfectants to properly handle pet waste.
• have non-spill water a food bowls
•   have a weeks supply of any medication the pet is taking
•     have photos of your pet to aid in identification should it stray during an emergency
•          blankets, towels, toys and special treats should be components of an emergency kit.

If you plan on leaving your animal behind in your home remember the following

•    birds must be fed daily in order to survive. Use special food dispensers.
•     never leave a cat with a dog even if the two are normally friendly with each other
•     confine and keep small pets such as birds, hamsters, fish and reptiles away from cats and dogs
• provide a high ground in the event of flooding
•  turn off house electrical, gas or other power sources when vacating residence
•   leave a sign or note on the door of your residence to inform rescue personnel that there are animals within the dwelling.