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🐾 June is Pet Preparedness Month! 🐾 And, with hurricane season upon us, it's crucial to ask: Is your animal care facility ready for a disaster? Now is the perfect time to review and enhance your disaster preparedness plan. Our latest article covers everything you need to know: ✔ Assessing Risks: Identify potential hazards specific to your facility. ✔ Communication: Establish strong, reliable communication channels. ✔ Operational Continuity: Ensure your facility stays operational during a crisis. Prepare now to protect the animals in your care and maintain essential services, no matter what comes your way. Read the full article 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02Dqg530 and stay ready! #chooseCRC #PetPreparednessMonth #AnimalCare #Veterinary #DisasterPrep

A great article highlighting how animal rescue organizations play a crucial role in saving and caring for animals in need, especially during natural disasters like hurricanes. Find out how you can help and support these important operations! #animalrescue #hurricaneidalia

When a #hurricane is imminent and #evacuation is necessary, ensure you know where to go by finding a shelter 📍 and planning your process 📋 ahead of time. Consider your family’s specific needs when searching for a shelter, including accessibility for individuals with access and functional needs, and determining whether service animals 🐕🦺 or pets 🐈 are allowed. If you need to evacuate to an #emergency shelter, use these resources and tips to locate #shelters near you: 🗺️️ Federal Disaster Assistance Shelter Needs: https://lnkd.in/gt-awk_x 🗺️ Red Cross Disaster Shelter Locator (all shelters are accessible): https://lnkd.in/e-NiReh 🗺️ HUD Disaster Shelter Locator: https://lnkd.in/gFhGmHt 📱️ Text SHELTER and your ZIP code to 43362 – e.g., Shelter 01234 📞️ For pets, contact local veterinary clinics, boarding facilities, local animal shelters, and pet friendly hotels to determine what is the best course of action for your #furryfriends 🐶🐱. Keep in mind, many shelters will accept service animals but not pets. If you’re unsure about a shelter’s ability to provide services for #disabilities or pets, contact the shelter directly. If an evacuation is necessary, remember that the quicker you react, the better. Don’t wait to figure out your #emergencyshelter location and plan until the last minute. #Atlantichurricaneseason #hurricaneseason2023 #emergencymanagement #hurricaneseason #hurricanes #hurricanepreparedness #Atlantichurricanes #emergencypreparedness #2023hurricaneseason #emergencyshelter #evacuationprocess #findashelter

#TamilNadu: From animal rescue to feeding the hungry, these stories showcase the resilience & compassion of individuals & groups in the face of adversity, in 2023. https://lnkd.in/gWXFS8JM

For over 19 years John Peaveler has been at the forefront of managing free-roaming animals, disaster response, and animal handling and capture around the world. In this latest interview, we ask John to share his insights on emergency response efforts for animals and the people who care for them. He has worked on numerous emergency strategies for natural disasters like wildfires and earthquakes and helped develop an emergency response checklist for pet guardians. Here are some highlights from the interview: 🔹 Unique Challenges in Extreme Weather: Each disaster presents different challenges, but the human component is always crucial. Ensuring the safety of both animals and humans is paramount. 🔹 Critical Resources in Emergencies: From vaccines and medicines to manpower and funding, the resources needed vary widely. The initial surge of volunteers often dwindles, creating shortages in critical phases. 🔹 Cultural Considerations: Respecting local customs and working with on-the-ground partners is vital. It's about listening to and elevating the work of local communities. 🔹 Memorable Experiences: The ongoing invasion of Ukraine stands out for John. The holistic approach of VWB, listening to and supporting local needs, has made a significant impact. 🔹 Technology in Emergency Efforts: Emerging technologies like facial recognition for animal reunification and platforms for organizing animal information are revolutionizing disaster response. For more insights from John and to learn how you can prepare your pets for emergencies, read the full interview here - https://lnkd.in/gK8Gm8Vd #OneHealth #EmergencyResponse #AnimalWelfare #DisasterPreparedness #VWB #CompanionAnimals #HumanitarianResponse

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth. While disaster preparedness should be a year-round priority, this is a helpful reminder to continue planning and preparing for disasters. Remember that animals should be included in your disaster planning. Does your emergency go bag include pet supplies? Have you thought through how you’d relocate animals off your property? What resources are available in your local community to help your family during an emergency? Here's a list of resources from the California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET) to help you better prepare for disasters: https://lnkd.in/gNt8BrZc

Today is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. How can pet owners be best prepared for a reunion should they become separated from their pets in a disaster? Here are just 3️⃣ easy things you can do today. See the rest of our disaster planning resources at https://bit.ly/3Qi1gP7

Flood Disaster Relief As floodwaters begin to recede and evacuated families prepare to return to their homes, Houston Humane Society is sharing the following list of recommendations from the Texas Animal Health Commission to ensure the health and welfare of both humans and pets:  -Empty-out reservoirs for standing water that can allow mosquitoes to breed - Even very small, shallow pools (like tires, buckets, tin cans) can provide breeding space for mosquitoes  -Check the integrity of fencing before turning animals out into fenced yards/areas - Also walk the area and look for any debris that could injure pets/ livestock (like rusty metal, broken glass, etc.).   -Check for any outdoor hazards - Watch out for downed power lines or potentially damaged gas lines in the yard or immediate area that could pose hazards for pets  -If an animal has been without food for several days, introduce food slowly, in small amounts - Gorging may be harmful to some animals, especially pet birds.  -Use caution when approaching roaming/unclaimed pets or other animals after a disaster - Stressed animals may be unusually aggressive or afraid.  -Avoid wildlife that were displaced by flooding - Raccoons, skunks and other wild species may pose a danger to people and their animals. If an animal (or person) is bitten by a wild animal, seek medical attention right away  The aftermath of a flood can also present several health and safety risks for pets, including exposure to waters contaminated with household cleaners, pesticides, oil, and debris. If pets have been exposed to these waters, Houston Humane Society suggests bathing the animals using the following tips:  -Find a quiet and calming environment to bathe the animal  -Use a damp microfiber towel to wipe off any dry particles on the pet if necessary.  -When washing the animal, pay special attention to the facial features first, including eyes, nose, and ears.  Use dish soap or baby shampoo to wash the animal’s coat as they are safe and effective.  Rinse the pet thoroughly with clean water.  Dry the pet off using clean towels.  If you have been impacted by flooding and are seeking resources for your pets, please reach out to our Pet Resources team for assistance at petresources@houstonhumane.org If you are hosting relief events and are interested in pet resources, please reach out to our Pet Resources team at petresources@houstonhumane.org

Animals aren't often discussed in #disasters, but they can have a role in response and recovery. From #pets during Hurricane Katrina to livestock during #droughts and even 60,000 koalas during the Australian bushfires in 2019-2020, animals can have an impact. We are hosting a #webinar to take a closer look at how #animals impact disasters and how funders can provide support. Learn more and register now: https://bit.ly/3HYLYKy #CDP4Recovery

Today is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. This day is set aside to raise awareness on disaster preparedness for animals and how to cater to them in dire situations. https://hubs.ly/Q02wyqBb0