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Disaster Prepardeness and your pets

Storms, earthquakes, floods, extreme heat and cold all pose serious danger for people and animals. FOUR PAWS has dispatched emergency response and disaster relief teams to many areas around the world to help animals in need after natural disasters. We have provided food, medical care, and our expertise to help rescue and care for animals and reunite pets with their families.

 It is from this experience that we know that nothing can replace preparedness. Each one of us has the power to plan ahead BEFORE a disaster strikes ensuring the safety of our family and our pets. 

Disasters and your pets: Are you ready?

This guide will help you and your family get prepared

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Are you and your animals storm-ready?

A guide to keeping your pets safe during storms and wildfires

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Flooding and Animals: Keeping your Pets and Livestock Safe

Be prepared! This guide outlines steps to keep your pets and livestock safe during a flood

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Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

A guide for keeping your pets cool and safe this summer

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Severe Weather Quiz

Test your knowledge on what to do when storms hit!

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Extreme Heat Quiz

Test your knowledge on what to do when its HOT!

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Flooding Quiz

Test your knowledge on what to do when the water rises!

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Why We Are Celebrating International Disaster Risk Reduction Day

FOUR PAWS is providing assistance in crisis situations all over the world

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Disasters and Farm Animals: Are You Ready?

This guide will help you and your livestock get prepared for when disaster strikes

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Disasters and Your Horse: Are You Ready?

This guide will help you and your horse or other equines get prepared for when disaster strikes

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Wildfire Smoke: How to Protect your Pet

Air pollution becomes a serious concern for humans and animals

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Stay Safe During Storm Surge

What is storm surge and how can you prepare?

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other weather-related content

The seasons all bring certain hazards with them. Knowing the dangers to your pets can keep them safe. 

Dogs in Autumn

Guide for dog owners

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Pets in Hot Weather

What pet owners should know to keep their four-legged friends safe

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Pets in Winter

Keeping your four-legged friends happy and safe in the cold season

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Feeding Birds in Winter

How you can help the little visitors in the cold season

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Winter Hikes With Your Dog

Essential tips on enjoying safe hiking adventures with your dog

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Beware of Ticks!

Caution can help protect dogs and cats

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Springtime: Keep your Dog on a Leash

Let wild animals raise their babies in peace

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Preparing Your Garden for Spring and Your Pets

FOUR PAWS' guides on how to make your garden safe for animals

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Protecting Guinea Pigs from Summer Heat

The importance of keeping guinea pigs cool in the summer

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Could Your Car Become a Heat Trap?

Why you should never leave your dog in the car in warm weather

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For more resources on Emergency Preparedness, use the following links:
 
Make A Plan | Ready.gov
 
Emergency Preparedness Home I National Safety Council 
 
National Preparedness | FEMA.gov

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