Build Pet Go-Bag
2-3 hoursPack 72-hour food, water, medications, copies of records, leash, carrier, and comfort items.
Field context
This workflow is part of 2 niche fields
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Pack 72-hour food, water, medications, copies of records, leash, carrier, and comfort items.
Identify pet-friendly hotels, friends, and Red Cross limitations — most shelters exclude pets.
Store vaccination PDFs, prescription lists, and vet contact in cloud and printed copy.
Save $500–$2,000 per pet for disaster-related injuries and temporary boarding.
Minimum 72-hour supply per pet — scale up for extended evacuations.
| Item | Qty (Dog) | Qty (Cat) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | 3 days | 3 days | Rotate quarterly |
| Water | 1 gal | 0.5 gal | Plus bowl |
| Meds | 7 days | 7 days | Include instructions |
| Carrier | 1 | 1 | Practice loading |
| Records | 1 set | 1 set | Waterproof pouch |
ASPCA window decals alert rescuers to pets inside during disasters.
If unsafe for you, it is unsafe for pets — never leave them chained outdoors.
Silicone travel bowls pack flat in go-bags — $5 each.