preparing your animals for emergencies

The significance of animals within our communities is apparent everywhere.  At any time of day dogs can be seen out on walks.  Pets go for car rides with their owners, and dogs find freedom chasing balls in parks.  Inside homes, cats bask in the windows, children play with guinea pigs, and fish tanks adorn living room walls.  Pets are an important part of our lives.

Upon first glance, your companion animal may appear to be well cared for.  They are socialized, eat healthy, and groomed regularly.  But would your pets be protected in the event of an emergency?  Please take a moment to ask yourself the following questions:

• Will your dog survive an accident while riding loose in the car?
• Will your cats be safe if a basement fire starts when you are at work?
• Will the new puppy in the neighborhood survive traffic after she slips out the back door?
• Will the family fish live when the electricity goes out in the middle of winter?
• Will you have room in the car for animals when your neighborhood is ordered to evacuate due to a chemical spill?

We all care greatly for our pets.  However, protecting animals against the unexpected is easy to overlook.  In recent years we have been inundated with information on how to prepare ourselves in the event of an emergency.  Companion animals deserve just as much careful planning, and with a few simple steps we can help return the love they share with us every day.

Humane Education Programs is currently helping people prepare their animals for emergencies.  Programs are available for school groups, neighborhood associations, youth organizations and individuals.

If you would like information on preparing your animals in the event of an emergency, please send an email to humane@hotmail.com or fill out the Schedule a Program form on this website.

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animals in our communities

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