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What to pack for your pets in a hurricane evacuation or extended shelter-in-place.
| Item | Quantity | Priority | ☐ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet food | 5-day supply per animal | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Water | 1 gal/day for large dogs; ½ gal for cats/small animals | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Collapsible food + water bowls | 1 set | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Carrier or crate | 1 per animal (sized to fit) | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Leash + harness | 1 per animal | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| ID tags (current address + phone) | 1 per animal | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Vaccination records | Especially rabies | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Photo of pet (for lost animal ID) | Printed copy | IMPORTANT | ☐ |
| Familiar blanket or toy | 1 per animal | RECOMMENDED | ☐ |
| Prescription medications | 7-day supply if applicable | CRITICAL if applicable | ☐ |
| First aid basics | Gauze, vet wrap, antiseptic | IMPORTANT | ☐ |
| Waste bags + enzymatic cleaner | 1 roll + 1 bottle | IMPORTANT | ☐ |
| Item | Quantity | Priority | ☐ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Separate carriers or crates | 1 per animal; no sharing | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Additional food supply | 2-week supply for sheltering-in-place | IMPORTANT | ☐ |
| Additional medications | Full supply for each animal | CRITICAL if applicable | ☐ |
| Separate feeding bowls | To avoid resource conflict between animals | RECOMMENDED | ☐ |
| Pet-friendly hotel or shelter | Pre-booked along evacuation route | CRITICAL | ☐ |
| Microchip registration (verified current) | Current contact info registered | IMPORTANT | ☐ |
| Vet contact info | Emergency and after-hours | IMPORTANT | ☐ |
Reviewed September 2, 2026 against Ready.gov, the National Hurricane Center, FEMA, and state or local emergency management guidance. Use this checklist as a supplemental starting point, not a substitute for local instructions or the full guide.
Reviewed September 2, 2026 · Hurricane Coast