Prepare Your Pets for Disaster

This document is a guide from the FEMA Region 2 National Preparedness Division, published in August 2021, offering advice to pet owners on how to prepare their animals for potential disasters. It underscores the importance of integrating pets into a comprehensive family emergency plan. The guide provides key recommendations, including the development of a detailed evacuation strategy for pets, identifying safe havens or pet-friendly accommodations, and establishing a buddy system with trusted contacts for pet care during emergencies. It also emphasizes the critical role of staying informed through official alerts and local authority guidance.