Natural Disasters And Pets (33)
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Cat Found 32 Days After Earthquake in Italy
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, September 27, 2016Amazingly, another animal has been pulled alive from the rubble of the devastating earthquake in Amatrice, Italy — 32 days after it struck. The gray and white cat named Rocco was found trapped… Full Article ›
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Pets Displaced by Louisiana Flooding Adopted, Reunited With Owners
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, August 30, 2016As the people of Baton Rouge attempt to get back on their feet after the devastating flooding that cost so many residents their homes, volunteers are doing their best to care for thousands… Full Article ›
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Animals in Flooded Louisiana Need Your Help
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, August 18, 2016Horses, dogs and other animals displaced by the unprecedented flooding in Baton Rouge have filled the stalls and rodeo area at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center, where thousands of people are being… Full Article ›
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Search and Rescue Dogs: The Fascinating Ways These Heroes Are Trained
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, May 9, 2016They climb ladders, run through tunnels and play hide-and-seek in the snow. They also go for a dip in the pool and get a pilates workout.Puppies learning to become search and rescue dogs… Full Article ›
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A Pet Owner's Guide to Natural Disaster Prep
April 7, 2016While it isn’t possible to prevent a natural disaster from occurring, you can help provide for your pet by planning ahead and being prepared in the event of an emergency. Arrange a Safe… Full Article ›
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Houston Grandmother Stranded in Flood Reunited With Poodle
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, May 29, 2015Lena Givens, 84, was at a Houston Rockets basketball game Monday when the torrential rains that lead to devastating flooding started. She said she had to wait 3 to 4 hours in the lobby of a… Full Article ›
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Animal Groups Prepare to Help in Nepal
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, April 28, 2015A massive 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal Saturday, killing at least 4,000 people — and the death toll is continuing to rise. World Vets activated its disaster response team to help animals… Full Article ›
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Prepare Your Pet for a Tornado, Hurricane or Other Natural Disaster
By Laura Cross, April 6, 2015When there's a hurricane, tornado, blizzard, forest fire or other natural disaster in the forecast, the last thing you want to do is scramble to collect your pet's things or search for an… Full Article ›
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Disaster Preparedness: Earthquake and Tsunami Safety for Pet Owners
By Dr. Jessica Vogelsang DVM, July 28, 2014On my way to the beach for a stroll with my dog last week, a somewhat terrifying street sign caught my eye. It showed a stick figure running up a hill, chased by a massive wave. Underneath were… Full Article ›
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How to Keep Your Exotic Pet Safe When a Hurricane Hits
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), May 1, 2014Hurricanes are phenomena no one can be completely prepared for, as demonstrated by the devastation to people and property caused by some of the powerful storms that have hit the United States in… Full Article ›
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Found Through Facebook: Using Social Media to Recover Lost Pets After Disasters
By Paige Hymson, April 29, 2014On Sunday, a deadly tornado outbreak struck Arkansas, Oklahoma and Iowa, killing at least 18 people. As rescuers search for survivors, some people are taking to social media to find missing… Full Article ›
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Video: If There's a Natural Disaster, Are You Prepared to Care for Your Pets?
By Dr. Patty Khuly VMD , April 29, 2014Being prepared in the event of a natural disaster is a must for all pet owners — especially in advance of your area's annual scary-weather season. In Miami, where Dr. Patty Khuly lives, it's all… Full Article ›