Put the kennel/crate together as a trial, then store and transport disassembled.
Allow your pet to become familiar with the kennel/crate at home before a disaster.
Use a blanket to partially cover the kennel/crate during the height of the storm for added security.
Plastic grocery bags make pet clean up easier.
Dry pet food is easier to transport and use than canned food during a disaster.
Consider micro-chips for your pet before a storm
If you are a Charleston County resident, have an animal to evacuate with you and do not have transportation, contact the Charleston County Citizen's Public Information Line at 843-746-3900 (TTY - 843-746-3911 or Spanish - 843-746-3909)
Supply Checklist:
3 Bath Towels
Dry food (1 to 2 lbs for every 10 pounds)
Food and water bowls
Garbage Bags
Health Records (rabies certificate)
Leash, collar, harness
Kennel/Crate
Medications
Muzzle (if necessary)
Newspaper (dog); litter box/litter (cat)
Photo of pet
Toys and other comfort items
Water (dog: 1 gal for every 10 pounds.; cat: half gallon)
