Preparing for a Disaster

A large part of responsible dog ownership includes being prepared to care for your dog in the event of a disaster such as fire, flood, hurricane or earthquake. Visit Ready.gov for information and tips relevant to East Baton Rouge.

Establish an Emergency Contact

Enlist a family member or friend to take care of your dog in the event of a sudden illness, hospitalization or other emergency. This person should ideally be someone your dog has spent some time with and is comfortable with. Leave a list of general care instructions in a safe place.

Make a Will

You should make arrangements for the safety and care of your pet in the event of your death. Don't assume that a family member will step in to take care of the dog.

What's the Law

Katrina brought about the Federal PETS Act which requires that state and local emergency preparedness authorities include how they will accommodate households with pets or service animals.

Who leads emergency response in Louisiana? Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness

How can you help? Louisiana State Animal Response Team

What should you do? Visit Ready.gov