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Tropical Storm Henri was a hurricane before it made landfall in Rhode Island last Sunday. We shared hurricane safety and check lists for pets in September 2020 <Link>.
Large animal and livestock owners also need to think about how they will care for their animals during natural disasters. The AVMA offers disaster resources to help owners plan for care, evacuation and safety when hurricanes threaten. Animals in relative confinement such as swine and horses require solid access and evacuation planning.
There is no better time than the present to create or revisit your equine emergency plan including microchipping.” – Wendy Hauser, DVM, Wendy Hauser, DVM, AVP, Veterinary Relations, Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group
Source: Planning for the unexpected, ASPCA® Pet Health Insurance. Link. Hauser says an equine emergency plan should include:
- A method to establish proof of ownership
- Options if evacuation is necessary
- Backup plan if evacuation is not possible
- Planning for the possibility of injuries
INSIGHTS: Resources prepared for animal and animal owner safety are helpful reminders for owners and time savers for veterinary teams. Consider using this hurricane resource from ASPCA® Pet Health Insurance to help horse owners prepare for potential disasters and when veterinary care is necessary.
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