Great Falls Animal Hospital
10125 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls, VA 22066; Telephone: (703) 759-2330 American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Hospital Member
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Emergency Preparation & Pet First Aid

Pet Kit [Download PDF of this checklist]
  • Copies of important documents for each pet (stored in a waterproof container)
    • Current medical records, including vaccinations
    • Veterinarian's contact information
    • License information
    • Feeding instructions (in case another person takes care of your pets)
  • Pet medications (2 week supply) with dosage information, replace when expired
  • Leash, and collar or harness for each pet
  • Identification and microchip tags on all collars and harnesses (contact the microchip registry or tattoo registry and make sure your information is current)
  • Current photographs and written physical descriptions of each pet, including species, breed, age, sex, color, and characteristic markings (include yourself in some of the photographs to help provide proof of ownership [store in waterproof container])
  • Water (3 day supply: a pet up to 10 lbs. needs 1 quart of water for 3 days, a 40 lb. dog needs 1 gallon of water for 3 days, an 80 lb. dog needs 2 gallons of water for 3 days)
  • Food (2 week supply), replace when expired
  • Bowls for food and water, no-spill bowls preferable
  • Can opener, manual (for wet food)
  • Spoon (for wet food)
  • Extra towels and blankets
  • Pet first aid kit
  • Pet beds
  • Pet toys
  • Paper towels
  • Bleach for use as a cleaning solution. Household chlorine bleach can be used as a disinfectant (dilute nine parts water to one part bleach). In an emergency you can also use it purify water. Use 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use commercial bleach, scented, color safe bleaches or those with added cleaners.
  • Plastic bags, for pet waste
  • Trash bags

For each dog:

  • Dog kennel or collapsible cage large enough to hold two dishes and allow the dog to sleep comfortably (your contact information should be clearly labeled on each kennel)

For each cat:

  • Small bag of cat litter, litter scoop, and a small litterbox
  • Sturdy carrier large enough to hold two dishes and a small litterbox and still allow the cat to sleep comfortable (your contact information should be clearly labeled on each kennel)

Personal Kit
  • Copies of important documents (stored in a waterproof container)
    • Homeowner's insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Credit card numbers
    • Bank account numbers
    • Immunization records
    • Medical records
  • Extra cash (in case ATMs are not working)
  • Emergency contact list
  • Current phone numbers for family members and
     friends
  • Pre-paid calling cards
  • Flashlight
  • Batteries for flashlight and all electronics
  • Small battery-operated, hand crank or solar radio
  • Medications (prescriptions and over the counter)
  • Clothing (enough for 1 week)
  • Garment Bag
  • Travel size laundry detergent
  • Human first aid kit
  • Travel size shampoo/conditioner/soap/toothpaste
  • Extra toothbrush
  • Miscellaneous grooming items (e.g., deodorant, hairbrush)
  • Extra towels
  • Duct tape
  • Plastic sheeting
  • Trash bags, multiple sizes
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug repellent
  • Candles and matches
  • Toilet paper
  • Water bottle (1 per person)
  • Water (3 day supply {estimate 1 gal/person/day})
  • Nonperishable food (3 day supply)
    • Ready to eat canned fruits, vegetables, and
       meats
    • Canned juices
    • Staples (salt, pepper, sugar, etc.)
    • Formula/food for infants
  • Can opener, manual

Pet First Aid Kit
Accidents and natural disasters happen. Be prepared for emergencies involving your pet with a Pet First Aid Kit. Kits can be purchased from the ASPCA, go to www.ASPCA.org to order yours now.

A Pet First Aid Kit can be used for medical emergencies prior to receiving the professional care of a veterinarian. Keep a first aid kit handy in your home and car.

Kit contains:
Animal Poison Control Center telephone number
"Animals Inside" Emergency Stickers for windows
1 Bandage, Cohesive 2" X 5 yds (Compares To Vet Wrap)
10 Bandages, Plastic 1" X 3"
1 Burn Gel 3.5g Packet
1 Cold Pack, Instant 4" X 6"
1 Emergency Blanket, Aluminized
2 Eye/SkinWash, Sterile 15 ml Solution
30 Gauze Pads 2" X 2" Non-Sterile
10 Gauze Pads Sterile; [(5) 2" X 2" and (5) 3" X 3"] 
1 Gauze Roll, Conforming, 2" X 4.1 yds
4 Gloves, Vinyl (Medical Grade)
2 Hydrogen Peroxide 1 oz Packets
1 Leash, 6' Slip Style

3 Lubricating Jelly Packets
1 Oral Syringe - 10 cc
1 Oral Syringe - 30 cc
6 Safety Pins
1 Scissors- Metal, 3½"
8 Swabs/Applicators, Cotton
1 Tape, Adhesive ½" X 5 yds
1 Thermometer, Digital
1 Tick Remover Tweezers
3 Tongue Depressors
4 Triple Antibiotic Packets
1 Tweezers/Forceps -Metal
9 Wipes, Alcohol
6 Wipes, Antiseptic
6 Wipes, Hand Cleansing 
6 Wipes, Sting Relief


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