What to include in pet emergency preparedness kits

DETROIT – When preparing for severe weather and other emergencies, don't forget about your furry family members.

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June is National Pet Preparedness Month. Creating a pet emergency preparedness kit, in addition to kits for the human members of your family, can help keep the whole family safe during emergencies.

When making a pet emergency kit, include these items:

• Your pet's regular food
• Water
• Leash and collar
• Bowls
• Photo of your pet or ID and a photo of you with your pet
• Medications your pet needs
• Up-to-date immunization and veterinary records
• First aid kit
• Contact list of pet-friendly hotels, veterinarians and out-of-town friends and family
• Toys, rope and sanitation bags
• Pet carrier