As Gustav makes its way toward the Gulf of Mexico, the HSSM wants you to be prepared in the event of a hurricane or evacuation. If you are evacuating with your pets, please be sure to bring crate or kennel, collar with tags, harness or collar, leash, bedding, toys, 3 days food & water, medications, medical/vaccination records, first aid supplies, pictures of pet, pictures of you with pet, cleaning supplies, microchip number**.

**IF PET IS NOT CHIPPED, PROCEED TO SHELTER OR VET ASAP FOR A MICROCHIP.

For a list of pet friendly hotels, please visit these web sites:

www.petswelcome.com
www.dogfriendly.com
www.travelpets.com
www.DogFriendlyHotels.org

For more information on evacuation and/or disaster preparedness, please contact the Shelter at 228-863-4394.

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