Hurricane Preparedness for Pet Parents in Tampa Bay and Beyond

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As pet parents, we're all too familiar with that knot of worry when hurricane season looms. But fret not, because today we're giving you a list to follow to make sure your ready for the storm (that we hope won't arrive). From the importance of a solid evacuation plan to securing pet-friendly accommodations, now is the time to prepare. Even if you're miles from the coast, the ripple effects of a hurricane – think power outages and floods – can hit hard. So, we're going into the trenches of emergency preparedness, ensuring that when Mother Nature does her worst, your four-legged family members are riding out the storm, safe and sound.
Our conversation leads us through the critical steps of emergency planning: up-to-date vaccination records, microchip details, and that all-important sturdy crate. But it's not all logistics; we've also sprinkled in some creative tips for water storage and the all-too-necessary manual can opener for those pet food cans. Because let's face it, when the winds howl and the rain pounds, the last thing you want is a hungry pet. We've covered every angle to make sure that when push comes to shove, you're not just a pet owner – you're a pet hero, ready for whatever the hurricane season throws your way.
· Make sure all pets are up to date on their vaccines

· Have a paper copy of your pet’s vaccine record on hand. Don’t rely on online version

· Refill all prescription medications

· Make sure microchip information is up to date and have the chip information on hand

· Pet ID tag with current contact information

· Rabies tag

· Kennel or Crate large enough to house your pet for several days

· A week’s supply of food (that doesn’t require refrigeration)

· Manual can opener if needed

· Water

· Food and water bowls

· Towels

· Waste bags

· Blankets

· Bedding

· Comfort items (toys, treats, brain games)

· Leashes

· Current photo (printed)

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Chapters

1. Preparing Your Pets for Hurricanes (00:00:00)

2. Preparing Pets for Emergency Evacuation (00:13:16)