Cat Information Packet

alth checks). • If your pet needs refills of a special diet or medications
(including motion sickness pills or sedatives) plan ahead
d stay in a pet-friendly human by consulting your veterinarian. Include these medications
r with a pet shelter “co-located” in your pet supplies kit described below.
n these options as they may not
ers should be considered your Preparing for Evacuation
e may be limited.
Bring all pets into the house so you won’t have to search
nimal control shelters and humane for them if you have to leave quickly. Call ahead for your
prepare for lost and stray pet reservations at hotels/motels accepting pets. Contact your
ccommodate your pets. destination point ahead of time to notify them of your
expected arrival time.
ier (portable kennel) or crate for
ll be required if you and your pet Assemble a pet supplies kit including:
rtation or sheltering.They should
pet to stand up and turn around. 1. Enough pet food and water, and kitty litter, for at least a
ennel ahead of time you can, 3-day supply. Use non-spill water and food bowls. Do not
op and bottom to make it into a use moist foods – they spoil too rapidly.Water should be
food and water in the carrier to in sanitized, unbreakable containers.
out.
2. Plenty of cleaner/disinfectants, newspapers, paper towels
e form of securely fastened, up- and plastic bags to properly handle pet waste.
they get lost or separated from
collars or have your veterinar- 3. Only easily transportable bedding and toys.
permanent ID. If needed, you 4. A sturdy (not cardboard) crate, properly sized, leashes
ut adhesive tape on the back of
d use an indelible pen to write and obedience aids to transport pets safely and ensure
as phone number and address of that your animals can’t escape.
or name and number of friend or 5. Information on feeding schedules, medical conditions,
behavioral problems, and the name and number of your
ons are up to date and keep veterinarian in case you have to foster or board your pet.
m your veterinarian’s office. Most 6. Medications (and medical records) stored in a water-
rs will require proof of current proof container as well as a first aid kit. Include special
medications such as motion sickness pills or sedatives, if
ccine. needed.
7. Current photos of your pet in case he/she gets lost and/
or a copy of the microchip ID number or tattoo.

Be prepared!

Advanced planning is essential –
it could save the life of your pet
and make your life easier in an

emergency situation.
Remember: counties may differ in
available resources during a disaster.
If you need assistance, check with
your Emergency Management
Division, local veterinarian,Animal

Care and Control Agency, or
Humane Society for guidance.

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fact, the first symptom of the disease can be sudden
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SIGNS YOUR PET NEEDS
TO SEE THE VET

H Vomiting
H Diarrhea
H Unintended weight loss
H Change in appetite—decreased or increased
H Change in normal activity level: lethargy, hyperactivity, or restlessness
H Limping
H Sudden inability to move back legs
H Crying in pain when touched
H Clumsy or disoriented behavior
H Seizures
H Any loss of consciousness
H Coughing, especially at night
H Panting in a cat
H Any difficulty breathing or labored breathing
H Any blue, purple, or pale hue to the tongue and gums
H Sudden collapse
H Excessive drooling
H Straining in the litter box without producing any urine
H Crying out while urinating
H Change in urination: location, frequency, amount, color, smell
H Bloated abdomen
H Sneezing excessively
H Uncontrolled bleeding
H Nose-bleed or bruising anywhere on body
H Any unusual odor
H Hair loss
H Runny eyes or nose
H Squinting

Alcohol

Alcoholic beverages and food products containing alcohol can cause vomiting, dia
breathing, tremors, abnormal blood acidity, coma and even death. Under no circums
ingested alcohol, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Ce

Avocado

Avocado is primarily a problem for birds, rabbits, donkeys, horses, and ruminants in
and death in birds. Horses, donkeys and ruminants frequently get swollen, edemat

Chocolate, Co ee and Ca eine

These products all contain substances called methylxanthines, which are found in c
extract used in some sodas. When ingested by pets, methylxanthines can cause
abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures and even death. Note that darker choco
level of methylxanthines, while baking chocolate contains the highest.

Citrus

The stems, leaves, peels, fruit and seeds of citrus plants contain varying amounts o
nervous system depression if ingested in significant amounts. Small doses, such a
upset.

Coconut and Coconut Oil

When ingested in small amounts, coconut and coconut-based products are not like
contain oils that may cause stomach upset, loose stools or diarrhea. Because of t
Coconut water is high in potassium and should not be given to your pet.

Grapes and Raisins

Although the toxic substance within grapes and raisins is unknown, these fruits
substance, it is best to avoid feeding grapes and raisins to dogs.

Macadamia Nuts

Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, depression, vomiting, tremors and hyperthe
approximately 12 to 48 hours.

Milk and Dairy

Because pets do not possess significant amounts of lactase (the enzyme that bre
diarrhea or other digestive upset.

Nuts

Nuts, including almonds, pecans, and walnuts, contain high amounts of oils and fa
pets.

Onions, Garlic, Chives

These vegetables and herbs can cause gastrointestinal irritation and could lead to
risk if a large enough amount is consumed. Toxicity is normally diagnosed through

Raw/Undercooked Meat, Eggs and Bones

Raw meat and raw eggs can contain bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli that ca
that decreases the absorption of biotin (a B vitamin), which can lead to skin and coa
option that might occur if your pet lived in the wild. However, this can be very dange
should the bone splinter and become lodged in or puncture your pet’s digestive trac

Salt and Salty Snack Foods

Large amounts of salt can produce excessive thirst and urination, or even sodium io
include vomiting, diarrhea, depression, tremors, elevated body temperature, seizur
snacks like potato chips, pretzels, and salted popcorn to your pets.

Xylitol

Xylitol is used as a sweetener in many products, including gum, candy, baked goods
to liver failure. The increase in insulin leads to hypoglycemia (lowered sugar levels)
Signs can progress to seizures. Elevated liver enzymes and liver failure can be see

Yeast Dough

Yeast dough can rise and cause gas to accumulate in your pet’s digestive system. T
becoming a life threatening emergency. The yeast produce ethanol as a by-product

ASPCA Animal Pois

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Source: ASPCA - People Foods to Avoid Feeding Y
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-

BAD FOOD FOR PETS

arrhea, decreased coordination, central nervous system depression, difficulty
stances should your pet be given any alcohol. If you suspect that your pet has
enter immediately.

ncluding sheep and goats. The biggest concern is for cardiovascular damage
tous head and neck.

cacao seeds, the fruit of the plant used to make coffee, and in the nuts of an
vomiting and diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity,
olate is more dangerous than milk chocolate. White chocolate has the lowest

of citric acid, essential oils that can cause irritation and possibly even central
as eating the fruit, are not likely to present problems beyond minor stomach

ely to cause serious harm to your pet. The flesh and milk of fresh coconuts do
this, we encourage you to use caution when offering your pets these foods.

can cause kidney failure. Until more information is known about the toxic

ermia in dogs. Signs usually appear within 12 hours of ingestion and can last

eaks down lactose in milk), milk and other dairy-based products cause them

ats. The fats can cause vomiting and diarrhea, and potentially pancreatitis in

red blood cell damage. Although cats are more susceptible, dogs are also at
history, clinical signs and microscopic confirmation of Heinz bodies.

an be harmful to pets and humans. Raw eggs contain an enzyme called avidin
at problems. Feeding your pet raw bones may seem like a natural and healthy
erous for a domestic pet, who might choke on bones, or sustain a grave injury
ct.

on poisoning in pets. Signs that your pet may have eaten too many salty foods
res and even death. As such, we encourage you to avoid feeding salt-heavy

s and toothpaste. It can cause insulin release in most species, which can lead
). Initial signs of toxicosis include vomiting, lethargy and loss of coordination.
en within a few days.

This can be painful and can cause the stomach to bloat, and potentially twist,
t and a dog ingesting raw bread dough can become drunk (See alcohol).

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