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Disaster Preparedness - Shelters
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Shelters and Pets
Most shelters will not allow pet owners to take
their pets with them. If citizens have a cat or dog with up to date
shots and a pet carrier, Marion County has a place for them to
weather the storm. Forest High School serves as a “pet-friendly”
shelter during an emergency.
When staying at the pet-friendly shelter, pet owners should bring
everything their pet(s) will need to stay for several days: pet
cage, water, food, dishes, litter, leash, collar, toys, familiar
blanket or thick towel, pet first-aid kit and medications, pet
identification (county license tag), and vet records. Birds may also
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Owners may spend time with pets before and after
the storm and will be responsible for their animal’s care during
those times. During the storm, pets will be secured in one building,
and owners will stay in another; Animal Control and Animal Center
professionals will keep pets safe during this time.
Exotic pets or livestock will not be accepted.
If you need to arrange for safe housing for exotic pets or
livestock, please contact your vet or local kennels. It is important
to make reservations early – space will be limited in the case of an
emergency.
Forest High School is located at 5000 SE Maricamp Road, Ocala,
Florida, and can be reached by calling 352-671-4700.
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