Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane and Disaster Planning for Pets

Kindness Animal Hospital is active in disaster planning at the county and hospital level.  Every person must make the commitment to plan for their pets and be prepared to evacuate with their pets in acceptable carriers with appropriate food and water and supplies should it be so advised.  Take your pet with you.  Pets are not currently allowed in public shelters. The needs are great and resources limited.  Try to be as well prepared on your own as you can.  Find a buddy or host family in an inland or central county ahead of time. A written disaster plan can save lives.  Get more guidelines from our local Emergency Management Office (Lee County EOC).                                                    

Long range preparations in our pet owning community should include:

Immediate Planning should include a disaster plan for each    family.