Caring for Animals If you are like millions of animal owners
nationwide, your pet is an important member of your household.
Unfortunately, animals are also affected by disaster. The
likelihood that you and your animals will survive an emergency
such as a fire or flood, tornado or terrorist attack depends
largely on emergency planning done today. Some of the things you
can do to prepare for the unexpected, such as assembling an
animal emergency supply kit and developing a pet care buddy
system, are the same for any emergency. Whether you decide to
stay put in an emergency or evacuate to a safer location, you
will need to make plans in advance for your pets. Keep in mind
that what's best for you is typically what's best for your
animals. If you evacuate your home, DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS
BEHIND! Pets most likely cannot survive on their own and if by
some remote chance they do, you may not be able to find them
when you return. If you are going to a public shelter, it is
important to understand that animals may no