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Tip of the Week for August 19 - Animals in Disaster (Photo) -
08/19/19 ANIMALS IN DISASTER
The following tips are found in the Emergency Management calendar which can be downloaded at www.lincolncountysheriff.net or by going to the Emergency Management page.
Plan for pets
- Take animals with you if you need to evacuate. Only as a last resort should animals be left behind.
- Many emergency shelters cannot accept animals. Before disaster strikes, find out which hotels/shelters allow animals.
- If you have to leave your animals at home, keep them inside a secure area. Leave at least a 10-day supply of dry food and water. Put signs on windows and doors indicating the number and type of animals inside and your contact information.
- Keep your pets’ vaccinations and ID tags up to date.
- Be sure ID tags are on collars and consider a microchip.
- Prepare a pet emergency kit with leashes, collars, portable carriers, water, food, medications, sanitation materials, immunization records, first-aid kit, and photos to prove ownership.
- Don’t leave pets in vehicles, tethered, or crated without you.
- Your pet’s behavior may change after a crisis, becoming more aggressive or self-protective.
Plan for Livestock
- Post emergency contact numbers on barn and/or pasture fence.
- Write your phone number on your stock with a permanent marker if you have to release them.
- Have a supply of feed at a separate location.
- Involve family and neighbors in an evacuation plan.
- Make a kit with leads, halters, first aid, quieting hoods, water, photos and a copy of your ownership papers.
For more information and tips, visit our website at www.lincolncountysheriff.net and like us on Facebook at Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office – Oregon.