The news reports of tornadoes in the southern Plains and the first tropical storms of the season have many people putting together their emergency survival kits.
Most of us have a good idea of what to do for the humans in our households, but what about our pets? They, too, can be strongly affected by a natural disaster, and your emergency planning should consider them as well, especially if you have more exotic pets. It's not difficult to find shelter for a dog or cat, but sheltering a bird, rabbit or snake may be more complicated.
Here are five ways to prepare your pet for an emergency, courtesy of The National Preparedness Community, sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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Rosalie Donlon
Rosalie Donlon is the editor in chief of ALM's insurance and tax publications, including NU Property & Casualty magazine and NU PropertyCasualty360.com. You can contact her at [email protected].
