Please put your telephone contact on your pet's collar. Many times lost dogs are brought to the shelter and we are unable to return them to their rightful owners simply because we don't know who you are.

That small step may help your dog to be returned to you if ever it got lost.

Where to trim the Claws

It is safer to err on cautious side and cut less claw rather than more. Cutting into the pink quick is painful and will result in bleeding. If you are unsure ask your Vet to show you how to trim your cats claw correctly.

What to do when disaster strikes! - Taking care of your animal

Taking your animals away from home:

• Emergency Shelter cannot accept animals. If you cannot take with you, place your pet in a safe area either with relative, friend or animal shelter.
• Make sure your animal has identification tags with your contact information securently fastened to its animal collar.
• Have a current photo of your animal for identification purposes.
• Keep a secure animal carrier, leash or harness on hand for use in transportating your animal during an emergency.

Leaving your animals at home*:

• Put your pet in a safe area. The following are guidelines in dtermining the safe area:
  • Ensure all animals have access to a supply of fresh water.
  • Secure any loose item(s) that may be dangerous to your animals.
  • Choose a location with access to high counters in case of flooding.
  • Set up seperate locations for differents animals.
  • When constructing sheds or chicken coops, make sure that they are above flood level.

  *Please note that leaving your animals can be harmful.

Emergency Items - Your animal survival kit:

• Extra food (The food should be dry and stored in sturdy containers).
• Litter pan
• Large size self-feeder and water container
• Extra medication
• Veterinary records
• Can opener
• First aid kit
• Any other essential items yon think will be important for your pet.

Tips for people with Wildlife and/or Lifestock:

• Wild animals will seek safe areas. If you are approaching a stranded animal, be careful, as it may become frightened and rush into the flood waters.

You want to neuter or spay your animal, please click here to read the Spay & Neuter Guideline.