How Do You Prepare For Hurricane Evacuation?
Storm season is at it’s peak. Evactuating people, dogs, and cats is one thing, but HOW do you move horses in a hurry? Here are some tips that might just make a huge difference for you! Have all of your vaccination records, Coggins tests, registration papers, or identification papers packed in a small heavy duty file box and ready to go. Include in there emergency contact phone numbers for vets in your area, and the area that you are heading to. Pack spare halters and lead ropes, leg wraps, medications, grooming supplies, etc in a locking trunk. Take the time to search online for horse rescues or boarding barns that are willing to take in storm victims. Make contact with several of them well before any hurricane is on the horizon, and plan transportation and your evacuation route as well. Pack your feed and hay, enough for several days or all that you can carry. Do Not Wait Until The Last Moment! Hurricanes do not sneak up on us- head out early and be safe! Take duct tape, and the zip t
