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Hurricane Gustav Hi all, I just wanted to share my experience with this horrible hurricane with everyone! I live in Louisiana and many of you might already know, there's a horrible hurricane coming straight for me :( I am in central LA, so I am not on the coast, but it's still being advised that our area evacuate. We are leaving Monday and heading north to Forest City, Arkansas. We found a pet-friendly hotel, (best western) and will be staying until September 4th. I have never traveled out of state or stayed in a hotel with my furbabies! Does anyone have any advice for me? I will be traveling with my mom in one car, and the drive is about.. I'd say.. 5 hours. Any advice with maybe the hotel pet-etiquette? Anything special I will need for the hotel room stay? Thanks very much in advance! :) |
i dont know but be safe and take care. |
Wow!! I hope your house will be OK when you get back, how scary!! We don't have hurricanes out here in CA, only earthquakes!! As far as the hotel goes, be sure to bring some of their things from home like their beds, so they feel more comfortable. If you leave to go to Dinner or something, I leave mine in the bathroom at the hotel with a wee wee pad on the floor, just in case they have to go. So long as your's aren't barkers they should be fine. If you have a stroller bring it so you can bring them places during the day. I put a baby blanket over the top of mine and go into stores with them and everyone thinks it is just a baby stroller. I'm wishing you guys nothing but the best. |
I am praying that everyone is safe!! This is so scary! I think bringing their own beds will make them happy..plus blankets or things like that were they can cuddle. Be careful!! |
Blankets and pee pads! I've stayed in best westerns with Lucie, they can be a little pricey, depending on the area and stuff some of their prices vary. But make sure you have potty pads because some of them will check for potty stains when you leave (at least they say they do) Having blankets and toys can help them feel more comfortable. |
Wouldnt the hotels be cooperative in these kinds of situations? I would hope so. If not sneak the dog in. I hope everything works out and I really hope the storm dies down before it hits land. God bless |
I worked at Best Western as a receptionist a few years ago. They are very pet friendly, BUT I did want to add, that they DO NOT check for current vaccinations, so please be sure your pet is UTD on ALL SHOTS! We got complaints all the time about dogs getting sick (kennel cough) after staying, even though the housekeepers use disinfectant. Also flea meds BEFORE coming! And please dont leave them in the hotel alone, and if you MUST, leave a do not disturb sign on the door,OR put them in the bathroom in a crate,so the housekeepers dont accidently open the door, and the pups get out! That does happen sadly:( Good luck and I will pray for the safety of EVERYONE in the hit zone! Katie and puppies |
Wishing you all the best - I feel so bad for everyone in LA.....I can't believe we have another monster hurricane coming and I PRAY for you all that this one isn't going to pack the punch of Katrina. GOOD LUCK ! |
Take some carpet stain remover with you or some Petzyme or Nature's Miracle...... Our prayers are with you. |
My thoughts are with you and everyone in the hurricane's path. I can't imagine such a mass evacuation. I hope Monday leaves you enough time to evacuate safely. The suggestions here have been great. Here are a couple other possibles: * Nutrical. I always travel with this because you never know when they're going to get nervous in strange surroundings. * Food. If they are on a special diet or hard-to-find food, make sure you have plenty so you don't have to change their diets. * Chew toys. Good luck. |
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When i'm travelling with Pixie she is in a travel carrier which is pretty roomy..I line the inside with a puppy pad and a towel and take a couple of extra towels to replace any soiled ones..I also take baby wipes...treats, a bottle of water and small plastic bowl. make sure you take everything you would normally need for her day to day..some toys to keep her occupied. Everything will be ok!;) |
We are all praying for you for a safe trip there and that you have a place to return to. We usually stay at Motel 6 and they are also pet friendly. Wee pads, lots of toys, treats and food. We take his pillow that he lays on. Remember, they will feed off of your fears. It is important especially as you are leaving that you are as calm as possible. Expect accidents and be very loving. If you are showing or feeling very scared, unsure your fur-baby will also and will also be very confused. Hang in there and please let us all know when you are safely back. |
God bless you and everyone in the path of this storm. Stay safe. |
I just want to say stay safe! |
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I hope your trip goes safely and the hurricane loses strength before it hits land. Hope you can turn your evacuation into a mini vacation and enjoy yourself with your mom and the dogs! Be safe! |
To all in the path--please stay safe |
I'm praying for everyone in path of the hurricane. My daughter lives in Biloxi, near the air force base. I'm worried about her, but she seems to feel safe and now thinks they will only get a lot of rain (4-6")and some winds, but not a lot of destruction. I wish you all the best. Take Care, be careful and I hope when you return your home is safe and sound. :hug: |
I'm down in Gulfport and they're predicting cat. 1 winds here with 10 ft storm surge. Some mandatory evacuations have been called for. The good thing is that accommodations are being made for people with pets this time around. Maybe we won't have the disaster with all the abandoned pets as we did with Katrina. |
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I'm praying for you either way. |
I have not traveled with my pet as of yet, so I had no advice to offer.. But do want to wish you a very safe trip, and stay,and hope your home will be okay when you return. |
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/spe...hurricane.html I posted this, this morning. My SIL hasn't been called in yet! :cheer: so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that he doesn't. I talked to them this morning when they were on thier way to church. It could all change, but so far so good. |
I'm so scared for N.O. - I really hope they don't take a hit - those levys are NOT going to hold up again.....even though susposed repairs were made. I guess theres a ton headed to Houston - our traffic is all backed up I heard. Prayers to all who are in the line ( I don't know if Houston is but will include us in my prayers too) |
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this is gonna be a big one.. be safe.. :eek: |
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OMG ,. Im so sorry to hear you need to evacuate.. I hope your house will be fine.. and ofcourse i light a candle for you and your babies ! :) Take there sleeping beds/ blankets for them. their own food. ther favorite toys.. Good luck and try to relax. Love Priscilla |
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I would like to say: IF THERE ARE ANY SINGLE MOTHERS IN NEED OF SHELTER DUE TO EVACUATION - I WILL DO ANY AND EVERYTHING I CAN OR OBTAIN THAT SHELTER FOR YOU. IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER. (HOTEL) Of course Im no fool and there are scrupulous people out there - so be prepared to go through a screening process. :thumbup: |
My prayers to all, living in FL, I know how frightening it is, Thank God, we have not had the horrible storms that you guys have had. Pray that you stay safe and you furbies also. |
Cookie and I have stayed in several hotels most are very pet friendly. I tend to bring more than she needs but I like to be prepared. I bring food and water,toys and a blanket also treats and chews. I use to crate her but now we don't I also sometimes bring a gate to keep her in the bathroom if I need to. We always leave the do not disturb sign on the door. Cookie travels very well she has to we go alot. |
Evacuating Well, I live in New Iberia on the gulf coast of Louisiana...drive norht they have shelters...if you don't have a hotel that accepts pets you keep driving..but Pineville doesn't have to evacuate...our lower parishes at evacuating to your city. Maybe you misunderstood. |
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