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Hurricane Preparedness
For You and Your Pet
Sites that will keep you updated with the latest
Hurricane information:
www.weather.com
www.storm99.com
www.intellicast.com
Hurricane winds do a lot of damage, but drowning
is the greatest cause of hurricane deaths. As the storm approaches
and moves across the coastline, it brings huge waves and storm tides
which may reach 25 feet or more above normal. The rise may come
rapidly, flooding coastal lowlands. Waves and currents erode beaches
and barrier islands, undermine waterfront structures, and wash out
highway and railroad beds. The torrential rains that accompany the
hurricane produce sudden flooding as the storm moves inland. As
its winds diminish, rainfall floods constitute the hurricane's greatest
threat.
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PROTECT YOUR PET
Evacuate out of the area of the storm! Visit friends
or relatives who will let your pets come with you. Create a list
of boarding kennels within a 100 mile radius of your home. If you
don’t have friends or relatives to evacuate to, call these
pet friendly hotels and make a reservation.
Where Will I Go With My Pet?
Click here for...
PET
FRIENDLY HOTELS LIST
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR
PETS
EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
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SKY KENNEL/CRATE
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LEASH, COLLAR, ID TAG, HARNESS
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FOOD AND WATER BOWLS
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HEALTH RECORDS
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(RABIES CERTIFICATE)
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PHOTO OF PET
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NEWSPAPER (DOG);
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LITTER BOX/LITTER (CAT)
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3 BATH TOWELS
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GARBAGE BAGS
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WATER (DOG: 1 GAL/10 POUNDS;
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CAT: ½ GAL)
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DRY FOOD
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(1-2 POUNDS OF FOOD /10 POUNDS)
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MEDICATIONS
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Suggestions:
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Put the sky kennel together as a trial then store
and transport it disassembled.
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Use a towel to partially cover the sky kennel during
the height of the storm for added security.
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Allow the pet to become familiar with the sky kennel
at home and before a disaster.
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Grocery store plastic bags make excellent pooper-scoopers.
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Avoid excess bedding, as it may become soiled and
difficult to clean during a disaster.
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A chain and stake may be useful to secure a dog
if the family must use a temporary shelter.
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Dry pet food is much easier to transport and use
than canned food during a disaster.
Make arrangements now to stay with friends or relatives
in the event of an evacuation.
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Emergency Veterinary Clinic North
Charleston 744-3372
Emergency Veterinary Clinic Mt.
Pleasant 216-7554
Charleston County Emergency
Preparedness Department 740-6400
Animal Control Agencies
City of Charleston 720-3915
Charleston County 202-1700
Dorchester County 832-0015
Berkeley County 723-7603
North Charleston 554-5700
Mt. Pleasant 884-4176
Isle of Palms 886-6522
Hanahan 747-5711
Goose Creek 572-4300
Folly Beach 588-2433
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The key to safety in a disaster is a disaster plan.
Make sure your pets are part of that plan
A Charleston Emergency/ Disaster animal shelter,
for people and their pets, will be located at the North Charleston
Coliseum. The disaster shelter should be considered as a last resort.
Owners will be required to bring supplies for themselves and their
pets. Only one family member per household of pets will be allowed
to stay . All other family members will be required to go to a
shelter for people.(See Equipment Checklist)
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Handle an injured
animal with care.
A cat should be held by the nape of the neck and
a dog should wear a muzzle (a leash can be wrapped around the nose).
Always consult a veterinarian as soon as possible.
| PROBLEM |
RESPONSE |
| Wounds, Cuts, etc. |
Apply pressure to control severe bleeding using hands or a clean
cloth. Gently wash the wound with large amounts of water. Apply
a clean bandage if possible. |
| Heat Stroke |
Look for excessive panting and bright red gums. Get the animal
into a shady area and apply cool water or wet towels. |
| Fractures |
See wounds. A fractured limb can be temporarily stabilized
with a piece of wood, metal or plastic and cloth strips wrapped
gently around the limb. |
| Vomiting/Diarrhea |
Withhold food for 12 hours and offer small amounts of water
or ice cubes. Offer small amounts of food for the next 12 hours.
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| Severe Skin Irritation |
Rinse the area if a toxin is suspected. Apply cortisone or
cortisone/antibiotic ointment by gentle "blotting"
(do not rub) several times daily. |
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Emergency Supplies:
Antibiotic or Antibiotic/Cortisone Ointment
Bandages
Aspirin (Do NOT use in cats. Dogs can be given ½ to 1 aspirin
twice daily for pain.)
Tweezers
If you have any further questions, please feel free
to contact the
Charleston Animal Society
Phone us at 843-747-4849
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