Pets are abandoned during hurricanes and natural disasters every year. Pet owners' lack of planning is a big part of the problem. Many find themselves scrambling to find a safe harbor for their pet in the event of evacuation from their homes.
To help pet owners prepare for hurricane season, TRIPSwithPETS.com provides an online Disaster Preparedness and Resource Guide for Pets.
The most important part of a disaster plan is to prepare for an evacuation. Red Cross disaster shelters cannot accept pets because of states' health and safety regulations and other considerations. Further, most kennels, veterinarians, and animal shelters are usually filled beyond capacity. TRIPSwithPETS.com’
In addition, the TRIPSwithPETS.com Disaster Preparedness and Resource Guide for Pets includes links to the National Hurricane Center, Weather Channel, American Red Cross, and FEMA – just to name a few. The guide also offers site visitors access to helpful directories, such as over 20,000 pet friendly accommodations across the U.S., airlines, pet hospitals, ATM locators and more.
“We never know when a disaster will strike. That’s why we all need to take the time NOW to prepare a disaster plan for our pets.” comments Kim Salerno, President, Trips with Pets, Inc. “The best thing you can do to ensure the safety and well being of your pets is to be prepared.”
To keep pets safe, create a disaster plan now.
The TRIPSwithPETS.com Disaster Preparedness and Resource Guide for Pets can be found at http://www.tripswithpets.com/
