Hurricane Preparation for Dogs

My walker & feeder are monitoring the Weather Channel 24/7 right now, so I thought it would be about time for a Pet Service Announcement. You should make sure that your walker and feeder have the proper pet supplies for an evacuation. These supplies should include:

- a pet carrier for each animal (We just throw all of the felines in one big carrier. They get along pretty well.)
- leash
- collar
- pet medications
- travel bowls for food and water
- water for 5-7 days
- wet & dry food for 5-7 days
- proper identification on your collar (in case you are separated from your walker & feeder)
- immunization records (will be required if you are going to a public shelter)
- pictures of pets
- doggie "business" bags (make your walker clean up!)
- toys & treats!
- pet bed

There are several pet-friendly hotel chains. My favorites are: Drury Inn (may want to call and check - New Orleans location is pet-friendly, but I don't know about the others), Kimpton Hotel group (mostly larger cities), La Quinta hotels and Best Western hotels. For a more comprehensive list, check here.

Check out these other useful links:
NOAA Hurricane Preparedness website
Disaster Prep for Dogs
LA SPCA Pet Evacuation Guide