How to keep your pets safe in an emergency or natural disaster
MIAMI - May 8 is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day, so CBS News Miami's Gabrielle Arzola spoke to a vet to see how pet parents can prep before disaster strikes.
"You have to have a plan in place," says Dr. Carlos Jorge Canino, a veterinarian with Doral Veterinary Care. "Your animals will be just as scared as you are in the event of a hurricane or flood."
According to Dr. Canino, have a waterproof zip bag with:
- 2 weeks of medication (if needed)
- A pet first aid kit (gauze, bandage wrap, hydrogen peroxide)
He also suggests to have the following:
- Vet records (current vaccinations and microchip information)
- Emergency food
- Poop bags
Additional items can include:
- A crate with pets' names and emergency contact info written above
- Pet toys
- Water/food bowls
- Blankets/towels
Dr. Canino said to keep these items together, and within close reach, ideally not on the floor to prevent your pet, or flood waters from getting to it.
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