Letter to the Editor: Prepare for pets too

Editor,

The snow storm last week reminds all of us that we should always be prepared for what might come our way. We should not only be prepared to take care of our families, but let’s not forget about the furry members of our family as well.

A to go kit for our pets should include:

• Make sure you take their medications

• Medical/Vaccination/Shot Records

• Special Medical/Behavioral Instructions

• Picture of your pet, Picture with you with your pet

• All identification numbers

• List of Identifying features/markings

• Emergency Contact Info for You

• Emergency Contact Person for Your Pet (Vet, Pet sitter)

• Food/Water for & days

• Pet First Aid Kit

• Bedding

• Toys

• Extra Collars and leashes

• Food/Water Bowl

• Pet Carrier

Plan for Your Pets Future Today for more information go to http://www.2ndchance4pets.org

Be Safe

John Zeiger

Carbon County Emergency Coordinator