Being Prepared While Owning Pets

Just as people need to be prepared for a disaster or emergency, everyone needs to have a plan in place for their pets. June is Pet Preparedness Month and the perfect time to create or update a pet preparedness kit and speak with neighbors, friends, or family about a backup plan. “No one wants to leave a pet behind in an emergency,” said Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau.

“If you are home during a disaster, a pet preparedness kit will keep Fido, Fluffy, Frodo, Furiosa, and any other pets comfortable for at least three days whether y...