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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU EVACUATE ...
The vast majority of shelters do not allow pets. Those that do may not be prepared to 
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urricane Katrina taught the world some very harsh lessons. The majority of people who refused to evacuate New Orleans said they would not leave without their pets. No one knows how many of Katrina's 1,300 victims died for this reason, but there's no question that many survivors endured terrible mental anguish, anger and guilt after leaving their pets behind. 
about two dozen ferrets were found alive. Over the past decade, hundreds of thousands of animals have died in disasters such as floods, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes and more. 
- but weeks, even months may pass before they are finally able to return to a storm-damaged area. 
Is this ferret deaf? Chances are yes, it is. You can tell by its coloring. Deafness is one of the most common - and easily overlooked - medical conditions suffered by ferrets. A deaf ferret requires special handling. It may be particularly distrustful of humans and liable to bite. 
In any major disaster, there will be rescue sites and temporary shelters staffed with volunteers and veterinarians who are not familiar with ferrets. We can help. Caregivers, click on the link below for important ferret FAQs. 
handle ferrets,
or may just be overwhelmed following a disaster. If you are evacuated by bus, boat or other transportation provided for you, you probably will not be allowed to bring your pets, even in a sturdy carrier. Therefore, you must have an evacuation plan and a disaster kit ready to go at all times.