Hurricane Irene

[angieNchloe]

I"m in TN, not sure if we will have any winds and rain off of Irene, but I'll be praying for all of you that are going to be affected by this hurricane.

[Foster Mom]

Originally Posted by Roxiesmama

I'm starting to get pretty nervous about Hurricane Irene. At this point it is being predicted that we will get hit Sunday with winds over 100 mph and several inches of rain.

I'm doing all I can to prepare...strapping down lawn furniture and making sure all of my flashlights and radios have batteries. I have Roxie's carrier and supplies ready should we need to evacuate (though we are inland, so I don't think we will need to).

I am just worried about Roxie. She only potties outside, and I don't know how I will take her out to potty if we're being hit with a hurricane. She doesn't use potty pads at all. Any suggestions?

I am in NY as well and like you expecting to get hit Sunday/Monday as well. I have one girl who will use a potty pad and one who will explode before she would pee in the house.....I am not sure what to do either.....

[gracielove]

I think the worst of it will be along the coat but no one can know for sure yet. People in Long Island probably will get the worst of it in NY. Inland it should not be much worse than a rainy day with some wind. Gracie is trained to go outside but will use the pee pad by the door if she has to.
We live about 150 miles from the coast and our weather forecast for Sunday is calling for showers. Of course the weather channel is notorious for changing their forecast everyday.

[HarryK]

I have a 12 week puppy (Daisy) that is doing well on her training. She is going outside for the most part. I think we are supposed to get it Saturday. The grass in a container sounds good as I hate to undo what we have been doing well with. I do not look forward to it as I live 1 block off of the water. I have been through hurricanes here and in Texas and Hawaii as well. It is no fun.
Harry

[Coton Momma]

I like the grass in the box idea. You could line the box with a garbage bag so it doesn't leak. I just got this nice list from a Coton mail list, we don't have any boards and want to pass it along. I hope everyone will post a lot this weekend just to let everyone know all is well. It sounds like this is going to be one stinker of a storm Sorry about the huge font, for the life of me I can't figure out how to make it smaller.

Flooding is likely in many locations; wind damage is possible far inland due to the diameter of this megastorm.


If you live on the east coast up to about 300 miles inland, you should have a “go bag” prepared for your pets. Such a bag/backpack/suitcase should be known to ever family member and should be located in a location that it can be grabbed during any evacuation of your home. Bear in mind that even if you live on high ground, a tree can render your home uninhabitable and an immediate evacuation necessary.


A Go Bag should contain:


Pet food.
Bottled water.
A bowl.
Pet health records (especially proof of rabies vaccination)
Pet medicines and prophylactics (e.g., heartworm meds).
Piddle pads.
Poop pick up bags (small zip lock bags are useful for this).
Leash, harness, collar


Things to do now:


Make sure that starting now, your all pets are wearing collars with ID tags.


Make sure your pets have crates that they can placed in quickly, both for travel and for in house if conditions worsen or your pet becomes panicked.


Insure that your pet cannot escape through a door -- it may panic in a storm and run out.


Have a list of all local shelters (20 mile radius at least) with their address and phone numbers. Leave this in the bag.


Have a list of all nearby veterinarians (20 mile radius at least) with their address and phone numbers. Leave this in the bag.


Make sure all families members are on the same page regarding pet care and plans for your pets during an emergency.


Obviously, your car should be prepared for a long slow ride before the storm hits.


Plan on a power outage. Have flashlights in convenient locations (one in every room is a good idea). Make sure all batteries are charged.


Since strong winds can damage windows and doors, crate your pets if windows or doors are in danger of being breeched.


Power outages may mean you will need cash during an evacuation, i.e., credit card readers and ATMs won’t work. Make sure you have a sufficient amount with you.

[Mom to Hot Rod]

Originally Posted by Coton Momma

I like the grass in the box idea. You could line the box with a garbage bag so it doesn't leak. I just got this nice list from a Coton mail list, we don't have any boards and want to pass it along. I hope everyone will post a lot this weekend just to let everyone know all is well. It sounds like this is going to be one stinker of a storm Sorry about the huge font, for the life of me I can't figure out how to make it smaller.

Flooding is likely in many locations; wind damage is possible far inland due to the diameter of this megastorm.


If you live on the east coast up to about 300 miles inland, you should have a “go bag” prepared for your pets. Such a bag/backpack/suitcase should be known to ever family member and should be located in a location that it can be grabbed during any evacuation of your home. Bear in mind that even if you live on high ground, a tree can render your home uninhabitable and an immediate evacuation necessary.


A Go Bag should contain:


Pet food.
Bottled water.
A bowl.
Pet health records (especially proof of rabies vaccination)
Pet medicines and prophylactics (e.g., heartworm meds).
Piddle pads.
Poop pick up bags (small zip lock bags are useful for this).
Leash, harness, collar


Things to do now:


Make sure that starting now, your all pets are wearing collars with ID tags.


Make sure your pets have crates that they can placed in quickly, both for travel and for in house if conditions worsen or your pet becomes panicked.


Insure that your pet cannot escape through a door -- it may panic in a storm and run out.


Have a list of all local shelters (20 mile radius at least) with their address and phone numbers. Leave this in the bag.


Have a list of all nearby veterinarians (20 mile radius at least) with their address and phone numbers. Leave this in the bag.


Make sure all families members are on the same page regarding pet care and plans for your pets during an emergency.


Obviously, your car should be prepared for a long slow ride before the storm hits.


Plan on a power outage. Have flashlights in convenient locations (one in every room is a good idea). Make sure all batteries are charged.


Since strong winds can damage windows and doors, crate your pets if windows or doors are in danger of being breeched.


Power outages may mean you will need cash during an evacuation, i.e., credit card readers and ATMs won’t work. Make sure you have a sufficient amount with you.

I happen to have a picture thingy on my purse, it might be good to have a picture of your pet to be able to identify them.

[Roxiesmama]

Thank you for the list for the to-go bag! There were things I didn't think of.

I have one of those potty patch things that Roxie refuses to use. I am going to try one more thing today and see if maybe it works. I also have potty pads that I put down when she had diarrhea, but she doesn't use those either. I should be grateful that she is so well trained, but it can be a pain in inclement weather.

[carmen in nj]

Ready for Irene...
gasoline Generator- ck
gasoline-ck
propane-ck
batteries and flashlight-ck
now Important stuff..
2 bags of Lay's potato chips-ck
1 jar of hot salsa-ck
1 jar of chesse with salsa mix- ck
wine-ck
dog food and necesities-ck
water-ck

ok, anyone else can think of anything I am missing...LOL

[celstu1]

Originally Posted by carmen in nj

Ready for Irene...
gasoline Generator- ck
gasoline-ck
propane-ck
batteries and flashlight-ck
now Important stuff..
2 bags of Lay's potato chips-ck
1 jar of hot salsa-ck
1 jar of chesse with salsa mix- ck
wine-ck
dog food and necesities-ck
water-ck

ok, anyone else can think of anything I am missing...LOL

Im with you! LOL

I got wine, beer, food (will cook a porkroast in the crockpot tomorrow to make sure there is cooked food). Have plenty of bottled water, milk, cereal, fruit. Plenty of dog food, crate ready just in case. All patio furniture and outdoor stuff either taken in or tied down, generator ready and working, not sure if BF got gas though, better make sure he gets that! I have cash just in case, car full of gas. don't need flashlights or anything since the generator will keep the lights working, we have a well so the generator will keep the water running (thankfully) and luckily its summer, so we don't need heat! I think we are going to be allllll set!!! BE safe everyone! Its scary what is coming our way but be smart, be prepared and I pray that everyone is safe at home to ride out this storm! My little bro is in VA and they are having mandatory evacuations, but he is military so he can't go anywhere. He is allowed to stay at his house and ride the storm out. I am 50 miles north of Boston in Southern NH, about 40 miles inland from the coast. I think we are safe, but we are going to get whacked with 10 inches of rain (flooding!) and 65-80 mph winds. This is not weather Boston is used to at all!

[lexi43]

I guess everybody on the east coast is in the same boat. Everybody is concerned about the same things. Alot of my concerns were addressed by others like how the dogs were going to go potty. We have 5 dogs. Three are small and there is no way they are going out. The other two are basset hounds who will probably be able to handle the winds but who hate to get wet. So I guess we'll have to play it by ear. Anyway I want to wish everybody good luck. I'm sure everybody's going to have alot of stories on Monday. Keep all your babies safe and sound. This too will pass (as they say).

[Lil Sis]

well.. having live in florida off an on sence I was 5 years old I never though I would give someone in NJ or NY advise on hurricanes!!!

See what the local emergency agencies tell you to do...
The most important thing is to have a plan... for durning and after.


I wish you luck and keep us posted!!

[xmasbaby75]

Well, I guess we are as ready as we can be. Poor Sapphire is going to go nuts - she really hates storms. Hope everyone on the East coast stays safe!

[YorkieLover29]

Originally Posted by RachelandSadie

those green potty patches work pretty well for ours. we got ours at walgreens for like $25.00 and use it outside on the covered patio when it's storming.

I agree with the green potty patches. I would give them a try. Julius hates to get wet. Yesterday we had some pretty bad thunderstorms and I am currenlty training him (well trying) to use the potty patches for rainy days. I live right outside of Phila Pa and we are also supposed to get hit pretty hard from Irene. I wish you the best.. Please keep us updated and let us know how it goes.

[stanziog]

Thanks everyone for all the great info. I am in Downtown Manhattan in "ZONE A". which will be the first area with mandatory evacuation if needed.I am hoping this will not be the case.

I am so glad that my Rocco uses pee pads and does not have to go out to do business.

I will admit I am a bit nervous but as Lexi43 said: this too shall pass.

Good Luck to all!

[Britster]

Originally Posted by Mom to Hot Rod

I happen to have a picture thingy on my purse, it might be good to have a picture of your pet to be able to identify them.

Are you going to be evacuating? I heard there was a mandatory evacuation west of the 50/301 split, I think. Stay safe!!

I debated going over the bridge to my dads house tomorrow AM but am still unsure of what to do. He's far over (near outlets) but still closer to water than I am on the west side of the bridge (I think? lol) He's got two generators though and an RV to get in too. Still not sure what would be safer for me, to stay put or attempt the bridge tomorrow.