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Disaster Supply Kit for Pets

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freezer bag Food and water bowls with enough food and water for at least seven days.

Keep the food in a watertight container.

A manual can opener on hand for opening canned food Plastic bags to dispose of pet waste Current photo or your pet/pets Pet carrier with plenty of bedding Leash Toys Medications First Aid kit

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Grooming supplies Paper towels/wet wipes Flashlight and spare batteries Cat litter and litter box

For more information on disaster preparedness contact: The Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management at 1-800-478-2337 or visit the website at www.ready.alaska.gov

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