Disaster Response

Dr. Christen Skaer (DVM) helped to form the Kansas State Animal Response Team in 2007. The Kansas State Animal Response Team (KS SART), located in Wichita, Kansas is a non-profit group dedicated to both educating the public about disaster preparation, and to hands-on disaster response.

Prior planning for disasters can help save the lives of both humans and animals. Below is a list of recommended items to include in a pet “go-bag” (items needed to quickly evacuate your home with your pet). Please contact us with any questions or for additional information.

• Food and water

• At least 3 days of food in an airtight, waterproof container
• At least 3 days of water specifically for your pets
• Pack food and water dishes

• Medicines and medical records

• A supply of your pet’s medicines
• Your pet’s veterinarian contact information

• Microchip your pet and update your associated on-line information

• Your pet’s registration information, adoption papers, vaccination documents and medical records

• Collar with ID tag, leash and PHOTOS

• Keep a collar with its rabies tag and identification on your pet at all times
• Add a backup leash, collar and ID tag in your pet’s go bag
• Picture of you with your pet (on your phone and in your pet’s go bag)

• First Aid kit and sanitation

• Cotton bandage rolls, tape and scissors
• Antibiotic ointment
• Flea and tick prevention
• Latex gloves
• Isopropyl alcohol and saline solution

• A pet first aid reference book

• Cat litter and box, paper towels, plastic trash bags, and poop sacks

• Crate or pet carrier and familiar items

• Blankets or bedding of some kind

• A secure crate or kennel large enough for your pet to stand, turn around, and lie down

• Favorite toys and treats

• List emergency contacts for your pet

• Locate sheltering options for you and your pet – friends, family, pet friendly hotels