In the case of a disaster, always have a storage container ready-packed with the following items:

• A roll of paper towels
• A pet-friendly cleaner
• Trash bags
• Small poop bags
• A small bag of litter
• Litter pan
• Pet first-aid kit
• Leashes
• A pair of heavy-duty gloves
• A blanket
• Two towels
• Two bowls
• Can opener and spoon

This means buying duplicates of a lot of items you may already have and use, but having these items in one location will save time when you are in a hurry to leave your home. Last minute items to grab:

• Food, canned and/or dry
• Gallon jug of water
• Treats or snacks

For complete information on how to keep your pets safe in the event of an evacuation, read here >