A Comprehensive Pet Disaster Preparedness Document For Pet Owners

At a glance..

When it comes to being prepared for disasters, we also have to take our pets into consideration. This 19 page guide by NAPPS provides helpful information on pet disaster preparedness.

The details..

'Professional Pet Care in Your Home' is a comprehensive disaster preparedness guide developed by the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. It offers valuable insights into how pet owners can protect their furry friends during emergencies such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires and more. The book emphasizes that being prepared for unexpected situations is crucial when it comes to safeguarding both human and animal lives.

The book explains the four phases of emergency management - mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery- recommended by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency). Readers will learn about best practices for preventing lost pets during disasters through appropriate identification methods like tags with owner's name/address/phone number or microchips/tattoos/leg bands for birds. Additionally, readers are advised to develop an emergency plan specific to their family needs including identifying meeting places if separated from loved ones.

In addition to providing guidance on developing a disaster supply kit containing essential items like food/water/supplies/vaccination records etc., 'Professional Pet Care in Your Home' also highlights special considerations required while caring for birds/reptiles/small animals during emergencies. Moreover,the book stresses on having open communication channels with your trusted veterinarian/pet sitter/friends/neighbours who could help you take care of your pets should you be unavailable due work/travel restrictions.

Overall,'Professional Pet Care in Your Home' serves as an excellent resource not only for pet owners but also professional caretakers looking after other people's pets.The authors provide actionable steps that anyone can follow before,during,and after a crisis situation occurs.Its easy-to-read format makes it accessible even under stressful circumstances.This guide empowers individuals so they have peace-of-mind knowing they've done everything possible within their control.