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PET DISASTER SURVIVAL KIT :
Follow this plan to include your pet during a disaster :
1 . Include pet food in your survival kit . Remember when working out how much water you need for your family to include some for your pet , too .
2 . Make sure your pet has up-to-date identification so you can be reunited if you get separated . Microchipping is one of the best forms of identification – this can be done through your local vet . Make sure your pet ’ s microchip is registered with the national microchip database . This will give you and your pet a greater chance to be reunited .
3 . Create a Pet Disaster Survival Kit . Make sure it is easy to access and , if time permits , take it with you if you have to leave your property .
4 . If you must leave your home quickly , collect your pet , cover them with a towel or blanket or put them in a pet carrier ( if pet is small ) or put on a lead ( if pet is large ). Leave their toys and bedding behind – urgency and safety is paramount .
5 . If leaving is not possible , keep your pets close to you . Do not let them crawl under beds or tables as they may be crushed ( earthquake ). For your safety , as your pet may be terrified , cover and wrap them with a towel or blanket .
6 . After the crisis has passed , comfort your pet with soothing words and lots of cuddles .
If you have to leave , take your pet with you . Your pet cannot survive without you and you may not be able to return to your property for several days .
Be in to win your very own pet first aid kit from PET First Aid & Training . Email competition @ petlife . co . nz with First Aid Kit in the subject line . Closes Wednesday , May 31 , 2017 .
PET DISASTER SURVIVAL KIT :
• A pet carrier or crate
• Pet collar , lead and / or harness
• A pet towel or blanket
• Pet identification – a collar and tag with your contact number , if your pet is not microchipped
• Enough food and water for seven days
• Enough medication ( if needed ) for seven days
• Bowls for food and water
• A tin opener
• Photos of your pet
• Emergency contact list for your local authorities , vet and animal rescue centres
• Litter tray and litter ( for cats )
• Poo bags ( for dogs )
• Newspaper
• Cleaning solution
• A backpack or container to carry everything
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