Does your pet have a disaster supply kit?

Mine does!

Mr. Maddox is seen here with his disaster supply kit.  Our kit includes: a collar and leash, his vet records, a blanket, some of his toys, food, water and a pet first aid kit.  

In honor of National Preparedness Month we’re giving away one of our Pet First Aid Kits! This functional fanny pack contains all

 the essential first aid items should an emergency arise with your pet. A must have should an emergency arise during that early morning or late night walk!

Just comment on our blog this week, and at 5 p.m. Friday we’ll pick a winner randomly from all the comments we get and send you your kit. 

Tell us if you have a disaster supply kit for your dog or cat, and what is included! 

Make sure you include your email so we know how to contact you!

Is your pet prepared?!

September is Preparedness month - so just checking in to make sure you have a plan for your beloved pet!

Make sure you have a Pet disaster plan:
Red Cross disaster shelters cannot accept pets.  

• Know which hotels or motels outside your immediate area accept pets.
• Keep a list of boarding facilities and veterinarians who can shelter animals in an emergency.
Have a Pet disaster supplies kit:
Include medications and medical records, first aid kit, sturdy leash, harness, pet carrier, current photo of pet, food, water, bowls, cat litter pan, can opener, pet bed and toys.
Also include your veterinarian's number. Make sure your pets are weraing secure collars with up-to-date identification.

For more information visit: 

http://www.redcross.org/article/0,1072,0_276_8074,00.html

What's in your bag?

I was cursing a little to myself this morning as I dragged my bag of essentials with me on my walk to work. It’s so heavy, but I need everything in there because you just never know. In my bag I have a cell phone charger, umbrella, snacks, water, a book, bottle, ipod, shoes, lunch and of course my safety tube. It weighs practically nothing and includes water, a light source, dusk mask and whistle. Why the whistle? In case you find yourself stuck somewhere experts say it’s better to blow a whistle rather than yelling to conserve energy.

In honor of National Preparedness Month we’re giving away two safety tubes-one for you and one for a friend!

Just comment on our blog this week, and at 5 p.m. Friday we’ll pick a winner randomly from all the comments we get and send you two safety tubes. These are great things to have with you at the office, in your car and on the train.

Tell us your story about when you might have used a safety tube, or tell us when you might need one: Have you been stuck on a train? Have you ever had to evacuate your office? What’s in the bag that you drag to and from work each day?

Make sure you include your email so we know how to contact you!