Preparing for storms in your Atlanta home before they occur is the best way to ensure the safety and well-being of your family. When drawing up an emergency plan, don’t forget about your dog! The following are a few things you should do in order to plan for an emergency if you own a dog:
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Have a dog disaster kit – Your dog disaster kit should have enough food to last a week stored in an airtight container. Don’t forget any medication your dog needs as well as a first aid kit in case it is injured.
- Look for boarding ahead of time – Research a few boarding facilities or motels that allow pets before bad weather is supposed to hit. Red Cross shelters don’t allow pets, which means you’ll want to find a safe place where you can bring your dog, if you have to leave your home.
- Put a microchip in its ID tag – Your dog could get separated during a weather emergency. Having a microchip in its ID tag will allow it to be found more easily.
Prepare for weather emergencies and don’t forget about your dog. Contact us at Parker Young for more storm preparation advice.