Keeping Your Pet Safe During a Fire Emergency

12/10/2020 (Permalink)

Did you include your family pets in the planning process?

Three Ways To Plan For Your Pets' Safety In The Event Of An Emergency

You are adamant about making sure that your family has a fire emergency plan in San Ysidro, CA. Everyone knows their escape routes, how to safely exit a home on fire, and where to meet once you make it safely outside. However, did you include your family pets in the planning process? While getting your human family out of a home fire is your number-one priority, you want to plan for the safety of your furry family members, too. Here are three ways to plan for your pets' safety in the event of an emergency. 

1. Practice
While you and your family are conducting an annual practice session of your fire emergency plan, practice bringing your pets with you. Many animals can be trained to come when called, so if you haven't prioritized training your pet, now is the time to start. Remember that although you love your animals, never go back into a burning building to try and rescue a pet that hasn't evacuated.

2. Contain
If your pets generally have the run of the house while you're away, consider containing them to an area of the house that is near an outer door. A pet safety plan prevents them from inadvertently starting a fire, plus they're more easily able to be accessed by firefighters. They should always wear their collars, and keep a leash by the door to aid your pet's rescuer.

3. Prepare
Think ahead to what you would do with your pet if you have to stay away from your home after a fire. Don't forget to consider the amount of time that would be required to have an emergency restoration company restore your home. A pet preparation plan should include a place to stay for your pet, access to ownership and vaccination records stored digitally or in a firebox, and a disaster supply kit.
When planning for a fire emergency at your home, don't forget to include your pets in your evacuation plan.