planning for your pets requires supplies and advance preparation . The supplies you gather should provide for your pet for at least five days .
Are you ready for hurricane season ?
• Does your pet have up-to-date vaccines , and do you have copies of your pet ’ s medical records ? All boarding facilities and veterinarian offices will require proof of immunization before accepting pets . If you plan to cross state lines with your pet during an evacuation , your pet is legally required to be up to date on all their vaccinations .
• Are your pet ’ s ID tags up-to-date ?
• Does your pet have a microchip ? This is a permanent form of identification that can reunite you with your fur-baby in the event that they get lost during a storm . Need a microchip ? Schedule an appointment at the Louisiana SPCA ’ s Community Clinic .
• Compile a list of places to go . Consider staying with family or friends outside the strike zone .
Look into pet-friendly hotels , shelters or boarding facilities .
If a hurricane reaches high winds that call for an emergency city-wide evacuation , here is a list of things we recommend preparing ahead of time :
• Food and water . Keep food in an airtight , waterproof container . Water for pets should be in
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