Pet Owners Encouraged to Prepare Now for Isaac
Animal services officials say get ready as soon as possible.
Early next week, Tampa Bay could be slammed with a hurricane. This comes only weeks after Tropical Storm Debby caused flooding and structural damage in June. With that in mind, animal experts in Hillsborough County say now is the time to make preparations for pets before Isaac arrives. Carol Childs, founder of the National Humane Society at 4039 Gunn Highway in Carrollwood, often cares for animals after natural disasters. She said having a plan in place before a tropical storm or hurricane hits is crucial. "Pet owners need to know where shelters are," she said. "I'd rather have a plan and not need it than need it and not have a plan. A common mistake pet owners make is putting animals in wire cages, Childs said. "They are better off in the…
The Wallyboy Company
3:03 pm on Wednesday, September 5, 2012
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