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Now is the time to assemble a Grab-and-Go Kit for your horse. Trying to gather all these items when you have little time to evacuate during a disaster can endanger your life and the life of your horse.  1. Always transport your horse in a secure horse trailer or walk to a safe location using a […]

The three favorite hiding places in a house for cats to hide after an earthquake are behind the refrigerator, in the box-springs of a bed and either under or behind a couch. When a horse is frightened they will seek out the place where they normally feel safe even if the barn they live in […]

The days or weeks after a disaster strikes can be emotionally draining and physically challenging.  A lack of sleep will impair your decisions and your ability to think smart.  When it comes time for you and your animals to return home it’s important to remember to take the following precautions.  Be sure you are prepared […]

Who does not have a cell phone these days?  The answer is, probably very few people.  For this reason, there is no excuse for not taking current photos of your companion animals as part of your disaster preparedness efforts, since most phones now have built in cameras.  Having easy access to these photos, should your […]

Now is the time to start a buddy system with a trusted neighbor, so you can check on each other’s animals in the event there is an evacuation and either one of you are not home.  Some disasters happen with little to no warning, and if you are away from home at the time, it […]

The next time you take your dog or cat to the vet, include disaster preparedness in the discussion with your veterinarian. Or just make a call now. At SPCA International, we know how important to know in advance of a disaster what your veterinary hospital is prepared to do in a crisis. The first question should […]

If You Live In the Evacuation Area If you do not evacuate, look for animals that have been left behind and are in need of food and fresh drinking water.  Provide what you can.  If possible, safely confine them until their owner can be found. Free any animals that are confined and at risk of […]

The American Red Cross has excellent information on its website that can assist you in creating a plan for the people in your family. SPCA International wants to remind you that your plan needs to include your animals as well. Their survival may depend on the decisions you make. The two most critical elements to […]

When it comes time to evacuate, the most important priority is for you, your family and your companion animals to get to safety.  Do not risk injury or becoming trapped in an unsafe situation by gathering these items at the last minute – prepare for a natural disaster ahead of time by organizing these items […]

Step 1:  Grab-and-Go Disaster Kit Prepare an evacuation kit for every animal in your household or on your property.  Visit our Grab-and-Go Disaster Kit essentials page for a detailed list of what should be included in the kit for each animal.  SPCA International recommends you prepare these kits now.  You never know when disaster will strike – […]