University Animal Hospital Orlando
Hurricane Checklist for Pets
Food
☐ Dog food in zip-lock backs for at least 5 days
☐ Treats in small zip-lock bags
☐ Bottled water to last at least 5 days (Not including your personal water supply)
☐ Paper bowls (You want something disposable so you do not waste fresh water forcleaning.)
Medicine/first aid
☐ Medications that last for up to 2 weeks
☐ Copy of health/vaccine records (to be placed inside of protective sleeve, protect againstwater damage)
☐ Updated picture of pet
☐ Microchip. Both dogs and cats should be microchipped. This is the best way for theshelters to identify pets.
☐ Veterinarian’s contact information
Cleaning
☐ Waste removal bags
☐ Puppy pads/ WeeWee pads
☐ Litter box. (If you become low on kitty litter, remember shredded newspaper is also an option.)
☐ Trash bags
☐ Paper towels
☐ Household Chlorine Bleach- 9 parts water to 1 part bleach.
General
☐ Collars and leashes/cat carriers (Keep extras on you in case one breaks or you come across another pet in need. Use collar, NOT a choke chain.)
☐ Familiar blanket or bed from home
☐ Dog tags
☐ Flashlight for night-time walks
☐ Emergency numbers, Shelter information
