The Start of Hurricane Season: Tips for Pet Owners on a Budget

By: Andrea Free

During the summer months in the United States, southern states like Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas are affected by hurricanes from the Atlantic Ocean. While hurricanes can happen anytime, the season is from the beginning of June to the end of November, with August through October being the peak.

The purpose of this article is to provide tips to pet owners who may find themselves in a situation where they would have to evacuate their home. I am aware there are circumstances in which pet owners cannot take their pets during a disaster due to lack of resources (transportation, animal carriers, money, etc.); however, I hope the following will be useful, especially to those with limited resources. The following should be helpful in many evacuation-type situations and should be used in addition to any other plans you have in place for you and your family.

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