Pet Safety Tips

Are you prepared for a potential emergency? Every year, we see countless pets displaced due to a disaster or even passing away from avoidable mistakes. Here’s how you can protect your pet should the worst happen.

Prepare for the Worst
As the state’s designated responder for animals in distress during natural disasters, we’ve seen first-hand how quickly a situation can go south. This is why we urge all pet owners to have a plan should you need to evacuate. Here’s where to start.

Hot Car Safety
Even on a cool day, a car can become a deadly oven in just minutes. Luckily, Arizona’s Samaritan Hot Car Law allows passers-by to call police if they spot a pet or child in danger in a hot car and then break into the car to rescue them.
Additional Safety Resources

For additional guidance on everything from Independence Day safety to how to safely introduce a dog and cat, check out the guides on our Pet Behavior Tips page.