How Do You Find Pet-Friendly Emergency Shelters?
Natural disasters ranging from earthquakes to floods can force you and your family out of your home. As you search for shelter for the people you love, remember to consider your furry family members, too. You should have a rescue plan that includes a safe place for your pets to wait out any emergency. Avoid abandoning your pet and leaving him to fend for himself in a dangerous setting. Step 1 Locate a hotel in your area that accepts pets by accessing the website for Official Pet Hotels. Click on the your city or one near your home to see a list of hotels that offer lodging to you and your pet in the event of an emergency. Step 2 Contact your local chapter of the Humane Society of the United States to get information about emergency shelters that allow animals. Keep in mind that most emergency shelters, including Red Cross facilities, only accept families without pets due to safety and health concerns. The only animals accepted at these shelters are service animals. Step 3 Ask your vete
