When Disaster Strikes

…Lifesaving tips to protect you and your pet

The earth is burning up! January has been the hottest month on record. All over the world people are feeling the effects of climate change. Here in California there is no longer a fire season. Currently, in early January the landscape is covered in toxic ash. We need to wear n95 masks in order to breathe in the midst all the serious fire storms that are currently terrorizing Southern California.

Other parts of the country have been hit by violent snow storms. Whether you’re in the fire zone, the direct path of a blizzard, or you’re merely watching these disasters unfold on TV, this is a great reminder: NOW IS THE TIME TO PREPARE! If you’re a pet parent, it means preparing for them too! As many of us just learned with these fires, total devastation can happen in minutes. You may have little to no time or any advance warning before you must evacuate.

Waiting until the last minute to have an emergency plan and supplies in place is not only foolish but may be deadly. So, BEFORE a crisis, while it’s fresh on everyone’s minds, I hope each and every one of you will take a few minutes and:

Make a Disaster Plan for Your Pets
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Here are 5 important tips to keep pets safe in natural disasters and emergencies: