Caring for Pets and Livestock During an Emergency - Social Story

A dog, a horse, and a checklist.

Emergencies can happen. It helps to have a plan in place for pets or animals you take care of.

Put together an emergency kit with pet food, water, medications, records and a first aid kit.

A horse standing in the back of a truck, horse reigns, and a bag of feed.

If you take care of livestock, plan for any trailers, food or halters.

Two dog houses with three dogs in front and a checklist.

Have a list of kennels that can watch animals if they can't go to a shelter with you.

A dog collar with name and phone number.

Make sure your pet's ID tags are up to date and attached to their collar.

A house with a dog in the window and poster on the door that says,

If you have to leave animals behind, put up a sign at your home.

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