Looking after pets in a cyclone

Pets are a much treasured part of many families and should be specially catered for when you're planning for emergencies such as bushfires, cyclones or severe storms. It is best to plan well ahead so that you can avoid unnecessary danger and anxiety for your pets. Think about when you will move your pet and where it will be safe, and make sure you act early to avoid unnecessary risk to your animal. If staying at home, bring pets in early and keep them in a small confined room where they feel safe and comfortable. Failure to do this might mean a pet will become alarmed and run away. They are known to have instincts about impending danger. If your pet is likely to be at risk, you should make every effort to arrange to take it to a safer area in advance. Make sure you provide plenty of non-perishable pet food and feeding bowls, a leash, carry cage, toilet litter, any essential medications and pet's medical history and vet contact details.

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