The best way to protect your family from the effects of a distater is to have a disaster plan. If you are a pet owner, that plan should include your pets. Being prepared can save their lives.
Different disasters require different responses.
But whether the disaster is a flood, fire, tornado or a hazardous spill, you might have to evacuate your home. In the event of a disaster, if you must evacuate, the important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate them, too. Leaving pets behind, even if you try to create a safe place for them, is likely to result in their being injured, lost, or worse. So prepare now for the day when you and your pets might have to leave your home. Keep current color photos of your pet with your emergency supplies.