Photo: San Bernardino Press Enterprise

Photos: HSUS and AHA Rescue, Hurricane Katrina 2005

Leaving pets behind, even if you try to create a safe place for them, is likely to result in their being injured, lost or worse.

Running the street Trapped at home

Stranded on a rooftop

Trapped on top of a submerged vehicle

Safe from the storm Kitty gets a bath to remove chemicals from his skin

Reunited at last!

17 days alone with no food or water

Moonridge Animal Park buffalo that was transported by ACC

officers to Glen Helen

An Animal Control Officer helps to evacuate a horse from the

mountain area

The severely injured paw of a bobcat that was trapped by the fire

Animal Control Officer’s rescue a dog trapped in his backyard kennel

RC High School VV Fairgrounds

Norton AFB Glen Helen Devore Shelter

Do not wait for a disaster to strike!

Where will you take your pet?

•Friends and family

•Boarding facilities and vet offices

•Pet-friendly hotels/motels

•Animal Shelter should be your last resort

REMEMBER: Red Cross Shelters cannot accept pets!

•Post Pet Alert Stickers on windows

•Set up a “Buddy” system with trusted neighbors

•Pet-sitting services may be able to help

You can print this sticker from ACC’s website under the Disaster Preparedness Section

•Pet Food

•Bowls

•Can Opener

•Spoon

•Bottled Water

•Collar/ID

•Leash/Harness

•Halters/Leads/Rope

•Carriers/Cages

•Litter Box/Litter/Shovel

•Newspaper

•Blankets/Bed

•Toys

•Brushes/Combs/Toenail Trimmers

•Pet Shampoo (preferably waterless)

•Paper Towels/Pooper Scooper

•Trash Bags

•Vet Records

•Pet Medications (including flea products)

•Ice Chest

•Current Photos of Your Pet/Bill of Sale

•Radio/Batteries

•Flashlight

•Emergency Cash

•Pet First Aid Kit

•Muzzle

•3% Hydrogen Peroxide

•Sterile Eye Patch

•Antiseptic Cream/Wipes

•Penlight

•Pet Thermometer

•Paint Sticks (used for splints)

•Towels/Wash Cloths

•Gauze Pad

•Adhesive Bandages/Tape

•Antibiotic Ointment

•Scissors

•Tweezers

•Grooming Clippers

•Cold Pack

•Disposable Latex Gloves

•Syringe/Eyedropper

•Cotton Tipped Applicators

•Emergency Phone Numbers

•Pet First Aid Book

•Bring pets indoors

•Make sure all pets have collars with ID tags

•Place small pets in cages/carriers

•Secure leashes on all large dogs

•Load pets into your vehicle—take them with you!

•Take your pet disaster supply and first aid kits

•Call your pre-arranged animal evacuation site to confirm availability of space

•Comfort your pet—they are scared just like you!

•Evacuate ASAP!

•Seek treatment for injured pets right away.

•Check inside and outside your home for sharp objects, wildlife, downed power lines and other hazards.

•Familiar scents and landmarks have changed, which may confuse your pet.

•Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure dogs are on a leash when going outside. Cats are always safest indoors.

•If your pet has not eaten for a long period of time, offer small servings until they regain their appetites.

•Allow pets to rest and recover from the trauma. Give them time to settle back into their routine.

•If you have LOST your pet—visit animal shelters EVERY DAY and post flyers of your missing pet.

•Animal Care & Control 1-800-472-5609

•Emergency Pet Clinics

•Your Pet’s Veterinarian

•Boarding Facilities

•Pet Sitters

•Pet Friendly Motel/Hotels

•Friends/Family that may be able to care for your pet

Permission is granted for using this presentation for educational purposes so long as credit is given to the San Bernardino County Animal Care & Control Program.