Division of
Environmental
and Emergency
Management

166 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Lexington, Kentucky 40507
(859) 258-3784
Fax: (859) 252-8689

Emergency Operations Center
(859) 258-3970
(only when activated)

Director:
Pat Dugger


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PETS AND DISASTERS
Pet owners should be aware of summer threats
Common yard and garden substances can be hazardous to animals who eat them. Learn More.
Why is it important to include animals and pets in your family disaster plan? Our pets enrich our lives in more ways than we can count. In turn, they depend on us for their safety and well-being. Here’s how you can be prepared to protect your pets and animals when disaster strikes.

Emergency plans for pets are available at these websites:

Places that allow pets to stay in an emergency:
(Offered as a possible resource)

Horse Owners Urged to Make Emergency Plans for Horses


Keeping your pets safe

  • Winter's Here -- Don't Be Left Out in the Cold When It Comes to Your Pet's Safety

    4 Simple Steps to Protect Your Pet from Disaster

    • ID Your Pet -- Tags, microchip, take several pictures
    • Pack an Emergency Pet Box -- Basic 1st aid, food, clean water, copies of pet records
    • Be Prepared to Evacuate Quickly -- Have leashes/harnesses ready, have carrier nearby
    • Sticker on Outside Window/Door -- Indicate number of animals inside in event you have to leave them behind

      Source: Animal Care Clinic Newsletter, Fall 2006