72 Hour Pet Kits
Don’t forget to prepare for your animals! They will be hungry, thirsty, and upset with a sudden change of environment, so make sure you have what’s necessary to keep them comfortable in an emergency. If you’ve got animals, reptiles, or other types of pets that aren’t dogs and/or cats, you’ll need to consider their needs when planning a 72-hour kit for them. For dogs and/or cat needs, considering adding these items to a backpack or other container:
- Water/food dish
- Photo of the dog (to be circulated in case they get separated from you)
- Complete medical records
- Chip ID information
- Leash/harness/collar
- Sweater
- Toys
- Blanket
- Brush/comb
- Cat or Dog food (enough for at least three days)
- Water (enough for at least three days)
- Pet First Aid Book
- Vet wrap 2″ and 4″/trauma pad
- Gauze bandage rolls (2″, 4″, and 6″)
- Adhesive tape
- Tweezers/scissors/surgical soap
- Thermometer/mineral oil
- Disinfectant solution
- Styptic powder/cornstarch
- Benadryl/triple antibiotic ointment
- Eyewash
- Saline
- Medication, 5-day supply
- Tick-Flea Meds
- Paper towels/plastic bags/zip-lock bags
- Dog and/or cat carrier(s)
- Cat litter box/litter
****Remember the Red Cross will NOT accept our pets; they only allow service animals to assist people at the Red Cross Centers.
Printable: FSM 72-hour kit pets
