If disaster strikes, would you know how to protect your pets?

Too many pet parents wait until it’s too late to make a plan. Whether it’s a wildfire, hurricane, or sudden evacuation, your pet’s safety depends on your preparedness.

In this episode, Amy talks with Roxana Petzold from the American Red Cross to break down exactly what you need to do to prepare your pets before an emergency happens.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
 ✔️ What to pack in a pet emergency go-bag
 ✔️ Why microchipping and up-to-date records could save your pet’s life
 ✔️ How to build a pet safety plan that actually works when disaster hits

Don’t wait for a warning siren to get ready. This episode will help you take action now to protect the pets you love.

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @YOURSOCIALHANDLE!

While you’re there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes of how I [help pet parents stay prepared and stress-free] and how you can too.

CONNECT WITH ROXANA PETZOLD
Facebook: @RedCross | www.redcross.org

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OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
American Red Cross Pet Preparedness Resources
Pet First Aid App (Free in your app store)

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk during this episode. That was our previous name before we embraced the fur, mess, and mayhem. Same content, just a name that fits better.

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