Disaster Preparation

With 28 tropical storms and hurricanes this season, natural disasters are on our minds. I hope that your family has discussed evacuation and reunion plans. If you are separated in an evacuation, which distant relatives would you all contact with news that you are okay? And which basic needs will you gather and take with you?

We often think of water, flashlights, batteries, a radio, medication, and so forth. But pet owners also need to think about pet food and additional water.

If you do not have a small carrier for your pet rabbit, please buy one. They are not expensive and can be used for vet visits and vacations. Also, they can be used in the event that you must evacuate. You may not be able to fit a full-sized cage into your vehicle with everything else you must take.

If you have multiple pets, make sure you have plans for each of them. When time is limited, it will help you to be clear in your mind what your procedure is.

If you do not have a plan, sit down with your family, decide what is really important to you, divide up jobs and responsibilities, and purchase any emergency supplies you do not already have on hand. Keep perishables on your list like food and medication rotated.

Each time there is a disaster, many pets are separated from their owners. Certainly human life is our primary concern in any disaster, but with a little extra thought and preparation, your pets will not be among the lost and homeless.

Laurie Stroupe
Precious Pet Rabbits
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