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Each year in the United States, thousands of people lose their lives to fire. Tens of thousands are injured and the financial costs can reach into the billions of dollars. Almost forgotten in these tragedies are the hundreds of thousands of family pets who suffer death or injury as well.

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Tony Thomas posted a blog post Pet Fire and Life Safety
2 months ago

DON’T LET YOUR DOG RIDE IN AN OPEN TRUCK BED

DON’T LET YOUR DOG RIDE IN AN OPEN TRUCK BED An estimated 100,000 dogs die annually as a result of being transported in the bed of a truck! Please note…that number only reflects fatalities. An eve...
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Janet Liebsch posted a blog post Pet Fire and Life Safety
5 months ago

Donated pacemakers can save K9 lives

How cool is this?! Did you know if you have a pacemaker, you can put it in your Will to have your pacemaker donated to a dog in need after you pass?  Pacemakers cannot be donated to another human, b...
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    Jesse James Jessup posted a blog post Pet Fire and Life Safety
    8 months ago

    Prepare Your Pets for Disasters

    Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. To prepare for the unexpected follow these tips with your pets in mind: Make a plan. Bu...
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      Janet Liebsch Pet Fire and Life Safety
      8 months ago
      Today is National Pet Fire Safety Day. Here are some pet safety tips from our friends at Orange Co (FL) Fire Rescue... ~ j
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        Janet Liebsch Pet Fire and Life Safety
        9 months ago
        Good tips from our friends at Running 4 Heroes - K9s ... remember the signs of heatstroke in K9s and, if pavement is too hot for your hands, it's too hot for their paws! firepaw_printspaw_prints ~ j
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          Capt. Lewis Pet Fire and Life Safety
          12 months ago
          Pet safety reminder.
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            Tony Thomas added 1 photos Pet Fire and Life Safety
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            Jesse James Jessup Pet Fire and Life Safety
            about a year ago
            For all of our pet parents out there, Keep your furbabies safe this Christmas season.
              Fyre Walker Pet Fire and Life Safety
              2 years ago
              July 15 is National Pet Fire Safety Day! Does your home #FireSafety plan account for your four-legged family members?
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                Janet Liebsch posted a video Pet Fire and Life Safety
                2 years ago

                Fire Safety for Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets

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                  • Hot weather tips for pets and horses

                    As the mercury and heat indices continue to rise, please don’t forget about critters both large and small. Heat stroke can occur when a pet's temperature reaches above 105 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature the body's immune system begins to go haywire and their organs and blood begin to malf...
                    Janet Liebsch - 4 years ago

                  • Winter Safety Tips for Pets and Livestock

                    Unfortunately many people think since animals have fur or thick hide they are able to withstand the cold better than humans, but often this is not the case. Cold weather can be as hard on critters as it is on people and may lead to serious illness, injury or death. Gimme shelter: When the t...
                    Janet Liebsch - 4 years ago

                  • Pet Safety in Emergencies

                    Emergencies come in many forms: fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, violent storms and even terrorism. In the event of extreme weather or a disaster, would you know what to do to protect your pet? Leaving pets out of evacuation plans can put pets, pet owners, and first responders in d...
                    Fyre Walker - 4 years ago

                  • Pet First Aid Kits

                    Many pets now travel almost everywhere with their owners. They go hiking, camping, hunting and on road trips now more than ever. These pets are sometimes hours away from veterinary care. A first aid kit can help to treat your pet prior to getting them in to see a veterinarian.A lot of injuries an...
                    Fyre Walker - 4 years ago

                  • Paws Off Xylitol; It's Dangerous for Dogs

                    Your six-month-old puppy, Hoover, will eat anything that isn’t tied down. Like many dog owners, you know chocolate can be dangerous to your pooch. But you may not know that if Hoover sticks his nose in your handbag and eats a pack of sugarless chewing gum, the consequences could be deadly. Sugar...
                    Fyre Walker - 4 years ago

                  Pet Safety Resources

                  If you don’t have a plan and need information quickly in an emergency, contact:

                  Local Animal Shelters
                  Search for local shelters and rescue groups on Petfinder’s Shelter Centerexternal icon. Local animal shelters may be able to offer advice on what to do with your pets if you are asked to evacuate your home.

                  Local Government
                  Local government animal control or service agencies can provide guidance on how to protect your pets in an emergency.

                  Relief Organizations

                  RedRover shelters and cares for animals displaced by natural disasters and other crises in the United States and Canada. If you need sheltering assistance, please call RedRover at (800) 440-3277 or visit RedRover.orgexternal icon.