Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. Whatever plans you make for yourself, remember to include your pets.
If you’re riding out the storm in the home of a family member, friend or neighbor, take your pets with you. If you stay at home, remember to stay together. Keep your pet in a crate or carrier and find a safe area where you will all be together. Keep their collar and tag on in case you get separated. It’s always best to microchip your pets since they tend to lose their collars.
We encourage pet owners residing in an evacuation zone, unsafe structure or trailer to come to a pet-friendly evacuation center. Before disaster strikes, pet owners are encouraged to review the Animal Supplies Checklist to learn how to prepare pets before, during and after a disaster.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD a helpful disaster tip sheet.
For additional information contact:
Miami-Dade County Animal Services
Pet Adoption and Protection Center
3599 NW 79th Avenue, Doral, FL 33122
For more information call 311 or visit animals.miamidade.gov
Health Council of South Florida, Inc.
Phone: 305-592-1452 ext. 110
Email: vnaranjo@healthcouncil.org
