Animal Services 2000 ~Information for Putnam County, FL

Did you know that planning and preparing for the safety of the animals of the county needs to begin with the owner?

One of the main purposes of ESF-17 and other groups is to assist the owners through education and guidance. Do you know who some of these other groups are in Putnam County? Do you know how to contact them for information?

Have you included your pet in your family emergency planning?

Have you included your livestock in your business emergency planning?

Do you live in a low lying area or near a river or stream?
If so, what plans have you made for your animal(s) in case of flooding?
How would you protect your animal(s) from the rising water?
How would you evacuate your animal(s) to keep them out of danger? Where would you take them?

If you own a horse do you belong to a local equine organization? Did you know that such organizations many times have an inner plan to assist their members during emergencies?

Did you know that most evacuation or emergency shelters do not allow pets?

If you own a dog, cat, ferret, bird, rabbit, small pocket pet do you know where your closest pet-friendly evacuation shelter is located?
Do you know what their requirements and policies are? Is there an application to be filled out? Do you have any required paperwork or documentation available?
Do you know what supplies you will need to take along with your pet?

If you own horses or livestock do you know how to prepare for their safety? What if they must be left behind? Do you leave them in a barn or turn them loose in a secure pasture or field? What is the best methods to prove ownership of large animals?