Summers are a great season to enjoy – both for humans and their beloved pets. You can enjoy the sunny weather, splash around in your favorite (or that of your little one’s) lake, and have fun outdoors enjoying the scenery. The bright and shiny sun can offer you and your little one warmth that you so craved for during the cold weather.
However, you must be prepared for any mishap that might come your way. Summers are a season of natural disasters – floods, hurricanes, tornados, wildfires, etc. While we have no control over the weather changes, we can prepare ourselves to face these unfortunate events whenever they might occur.
While it is important to be prepared for yourself and your family member, don’t forget to train your furry little friends for any mishap that might come their way.
National Pet Preparedness Month
June is National Pet Preparedness Month. Every pet owner gets to have free tips and tricks to prepare their pets for inevitable natural disasters and mishaps this month. Only a couple of minutes can help you save the lives of you and your furry little friend.
Every pet owner should formulate a plan to have all the security measures to get through emergencies. In this month, life-saving tips are discussed by experts who have extensive knowledge of pet health. These tips can help you get through the hard times, all the while keeping your little one close.
Importance of National Pet Preparedness Month
National pet preparedness month has so much importance because we get to learn many useful tips to keep our four-legged friends safe in case of brutalities or emergencies this month. The following are some basic tips that will ensure the safety of your pets in times of need:
Get Your Pets Identified
The first and foremost thing required of you is the identification of your pet. You need to identify your pets in case they get lost or come down with something.
How do you get your pets identified?
You can get your pets identified by installing a microchip in the middle of their shoulder. Proper identification is recommended, especially during times of emergencies. This chip is the size of the rice grain that fits in your pet to help identify them if they are nowhere to be found.
Where can I get the proper identification of my pet?
You can get your pet properly identified by taking them to a certified veterinarian. Schedule an appointment with them and let them know that your little one needs identification. They will implant the chip in your pet through which you can keep tabs on your little one.
Where do they keep the records?
The veterinarian has all the records in their personal device through which you can easily find your pet. You can also go to an animal shelter to scan the records of your little one’s whereabouts. These records will show information like your address, phone number, name labels, and any other information that you may want.
What do I do if my pet needs extra care?
While you are submitting the information, make sure that you add any and all info that’s relevant to your pet. If your pet needs extra care or special medication, you need to notify the veterinarian immediately. In this way, they will provide the necessary care to your pet while you reconnect with them.
Evacuate and Go!
If your area is susceptible to flooding or other natural disasters, you must evacuate and go somewhere safe. Decide where you want to go beforehand so that you can save yourself from commotion and mismanagement at the eleventh hour.
Ensure you have all the necessary items with you while you embark on this journey with your pet.
It is wise to have a list of hotels and family friends that may be useful to you during these times. Prepare an emergency contact list beforehand and act fast when the situation arises.
Keep Your Pets Close to Your Heart
Whatever happens, try to stay together. Keep your little ones close to you when you’re on the move. While there is commotion all around you where people might be losing their senses during a mishap, try to keep calm and focus on keeping yourself and your pet safe.
Your pets might get scared during these times. Try to pet them and reassure them. Stay together and don’t part even for a second. Keep them close and switch places to a safe location.
Once you have made a move, try to keep your pets on a leash at all times so that they do not run away. They might be scared of all that has been happening around them for a couple of days, or they might try to run away because of unfamiliar surroundings.
Prepare an Emergency Kit
Should you have to evacuate your place and move to a different location, it might come in handy to prepare an emergency kit, just in case something happens along the way. Make sure you have it with you at all times.
This kit should include all the necessary items, including utilities, food, water, veterinarian records, medication, collars and leashes, poop bags, and a first aid kit. If you have a cat, keep cat litter and pan as well.
If your pet is habitual of eating in a pot, you should pack that too. Try to keep a toy or two to keep them occupied while you look for a suitable place to stay. Make sure you have a list of pet-friendly hotels as well to avoid confusion at the end moment.
Final Word
National Pet Preparedness Month is of utmost importance as it helps prepare you for emergencies in case of natural disasters. Summers are considered the ideal time to spread awareness regarding these matters. Ensure that you and your pets are safe if a calamity falls over your head.
