What do you do with pets during a flood?

What do you do with pets during a flood?

Take your dog inside and move to the highest floor of your home. Bring inside any dog toys or training equipment that may get damaged or swept away by the flood. Put your dog’s important documents, such as vaccination records, your vet’s contact information, and your dog’s microchip number, in a waterproof, sealed bag.

How can we save animals from floods?

Stay indoors with your pets if you’re not evacuating Bring your pets indoors as soon as you receive news of a flood warning. If your home has a second floor or an attic, move your family members, pets, and any essential items upstairs. If not, move to the highest ground available, like a countertop.

Does Louisiana have no-kill shelters?

Northshore Humane Society is Louisiana’s largest not for profit, no-kill animal welfare organization. Since 1953, the St. Tammany Humane Society has been serving the unwanted, neglected, abandoned, and abused animals of the gulf coast region.

Are there kill shelters in New Orleans?

We are the only no-kill shelter in the New Orleans area. Volunteers are needed daily to walk dogs, play with cats, and help out with other duties around the facility.

How do you keep pets safe in a flood?

Take your dog inside and move to the highest floor of your home. Bring inside any dog toys or training equipment that may get damaged or swept away by the flood. Put your dog’s important documents, such as vaccination records, your vet’s contact information, and your dog’s microchip number, in a waterproof, sealed bag.

How do you evacuate with a pet?

Keep a leash and/or carrier near the exit. Make sure you have proper equipment for pets to ride in the car (carriers, harnesses, pet seatbelts). Prepare a Pet Disaster Kit so evacuation will go smoothly for your entire family. Ask your veterinarian for help in putting together your pet’s veterinary records.

Where do animals go when it floods?

A wide variety of animals live in dug-out burrows all year round. When rain falls, burrowing animals may respond by simply building out their burrows. By digging at upward or curving angles, animals can prevent their burrows from completely flooding.

What do you do with pets during disaster?

Bring your pet indoors. Place them inside a carrier or cage to help reduce their stress.If you need to evacuate:

• Take your pets with you whenever possible.
• Allow plenty of time to catch and load your pet.
• Make sure your pet has identification securely fastened to them.
• Call your prearranged animal evacuation site.