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We have pasted in below a list provided by the American Veterinary Medical Association to help you prepare items you may need to care for your pet should the need arise.

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Your Hammocks Veterinary Hospital Family

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Pet Evacuation Kit

Be prepared for a disaster with a pet evacuation kit. Assemble the kit well in advance of any emergency and store in an easy-to-carry, waterproof container close to an exit.

Food and Medicine

• 3-7 days' worth of dry and canned (pop-top) food*

• Two-week supply of medicine*

• At least 7 days' supply of water

• Feeding dish and water bowl

• Liquid dish soap

*These items must be rotated and replaced to ensure they don't expire

First Aid Kit

• Anti-diarrheal liquid or tablets

• Antibiotic ointment

• Bandage tape and scissors

• Cotton bandage rolls

• Flea and tick prevention (if needed in your area)

• Isopropyl alcohol/alcohol prep pads

• Latex gloves

• Saline solution

• Towel and washcloth

• Tweezers

Sanitation

• Litter, litter pan, and scoop (shirt box with plastic bag works well for pan)

• Newspaper, paper towels, and trash bags

• Household chlorine beach or disinfectant

Important Documents

• Identification papers including proof of ownership

• Medical records and medication instructions

• Emergency contact list, including veterinarian and pharmacy

• Photo of your pet (preferably with you)

Travel Supplies

• Crate or pet carrier labeled with your contact information

• Extra collar/harness with ID tags and leash

• Flashlight, extra batteries

• Muzzle

Comfort Items

• Favorite toys and treats

• Extra blanket or familiar bedding

 

Always remember that any first aid administered to your pet should be followed by immediate veterinary care. First aid care is not a substitute for veterinary care, but it may save your pet's life until it receives veterinary treatment.

 

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