Transport
Leash or carrier, identification, and an agreed person to collect the pet.
PETS · PRACTICAL PREPAREDNESS
A pet emergency kit with a real departure plan.
Prepare the carrier, daily care, and destination together.
Pack by job, so nothing gets buried.
Daily care
Familiar food, drinking water, bowls, medicines, and cleanup supplies.
Information
Veterinary records, a recent photo, contact numbers, and destination details.
Check the plan before buying.
Confirm the destination
Call ahead about pet acceptance and any records required. General evacuation shelters may have different arrangements for pets.
Practice the departure
Help your pet become comfortable with its carrier. Update identification and keep the transport equipment accessible.
Review individual care
Ask your veterinarian about medicines, storage, and any special feeding or handling needs. Include a backup caregiver.
A carrier option to check against your pet.
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A hard-sided carrier to compare for a pet that fits its usable interior.
Check first: Listed interior: 21.5 × 15 × 13.5 inches. Your pet must be able to stand, turn, and lie comfortably. Exterior dimensions and weight labels do not establish fit or crash protection. The image’s broad fit slogan is not a guarantee.
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How much should I pack?
Use the CDC pet-kit checklist below to set quantities, then adjust with your veterinarian for your animal and likely time away. Label a review date beside food and medicine. This page focuses on household pets; livestock and exotic animals need a specific plan.
Make pets part of the household plan.
Sources & editorial notes
Sources checked September 10, 2026. Survivor Ready uses AI-assisted drafting and illustrative imagery. This guide has not received independent expert review. Follow local emergency instructions. General information does not replace advice tailored to your household.