{"id":99,"date":"2016-05-09T17:16:47","date_gmt":"2016-05-09T22:16:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tenwestvet.com\/blog\/?p=99"},"modified":"2018-11-16T16:31:32","modified_gmt":"2018-11-16T21:31:32","slug":"severe-weather-pet-safety-prepared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/blog\/severe-weather-pet-safety-prepared\/","title":{"rendered":"Severe Weather Pet Safety: Are You Prepared?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-100\" src=\"http:\/\/tenwest.beyondindigopets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/TenWest_iStock_000060057928_Large.jpg\" alt=\"TenWest_iStock_000060057928_Large\" width=\"2622\" height=\"1875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/TenWest_iStock_000060057928_Large.jpg 2622w, https:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/TenWest_iStock_000060057928_Large-1500x1073.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/TenWest_iStock_000060057928_Large-2000x1430.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2622px) 100vw, 2622px\" \/>Even if you haven\u2019t lived in San Antonio very long, chances are you have already experienced some severe weather in our fair city. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail, and flooding are all possible, and likely, in our corner of the world. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of us have at least a vague plan in place for our families and ourselves in the event of severe weather or natural disaster, but how many have factored pets into the equation? Preparing ahead of time for the care and protection of your pets in the event of emergency is critical to their safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Planning Ahead For Severe Weather Pet Safety<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important for pet owners to have supplies gathered and a plan in place for their pets in the event of a severe storm or other natural disaster. <\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following tips will help you get started:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If an area is not safe for you, it\u2019s not safe for your pets. Do not leave pets behind during an evacuation and never leave pets outside during severe weather. The safest place for your pet is wherever you are.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have an emergency kit ready for your pets. Include a leash, labeled crate\/carrier, extra water, and food, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/tenwestvet.com\/blog\/due-diligence-heartworm-prevention\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medications<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your pet\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical records<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and emergency contact information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many temporary shelters will not accept pets, so have a plan ready in the event you are evacuated from your home. Talk with trusted friends or family members about caring for your pet in an emergency, and identify local <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/boarding-grooming\/boarding.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boarding kennels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and pet-friendly hotels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtain a free rescue alert sticker from the ASPCA, which lets rescue workers know there is an animal inside your home.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Familiarize yourself with city, county, and state emergency plans.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do whatever you can to reassure an anxious pet during a storm. Speak soothingly, cuddle, or crate your pet if that makes him or her feel more secure. Having an emergency plan in place will help you to remain calm, which in turn will help your pets to stay calm as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Importance Of \u00a0Microchipping<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, pets may escape or become lost during or after a major storm. Some pets instinctively try to flee when they are frightened, and damage to homes and fences can create openings for pets to escape. One of the most important things you can do to keep your pets safe during a natural disaster is to have them microchipped. Having a registered, up to date microchip will greatly increase your chances of being reunited with your pet should you become separated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May marks National Microchip Month, and what better opportunity to consider having your pet microchipped, or to update an existing microchip? If you have any questions regarding severe weather pet safety or microchipping, please <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tenwestvet.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">give us a call<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even if you haven\u2019t lived in San Antonio very long, chances are you have already experienced some severe weather in our fair city. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail, and flooding are all possible, and likely, in our corner of the world. 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