Hurricane Jeanne
Our Escambia County team arrived back in Citrus County with little time to spare before Jeanne hit. We took in 102 evacuated pets and manned the animal shelter from early Saturday morning, September 25, 2004, until Monday, September 27, 2004 at 5:00 p.m.
We are accepting donations of dry dog, puppy, cat and kitten food, preferably Purina or Pedigree type since displaced pets are under stress which may upset their systems. We also need ready to eat baby formula for the orphan babies we are feeding.
Please be aware we are seeing displaced wildlife as well and due to squirrel breeding season have taken in many baby squirrels. Use caution around the high risk rabies suspect animals which in Florida are the fox, racoon, bat, skunk, and bobcat. Animals such as opposums, squirrels and rabbits pose no rabies risk. Snakes may be displaced due to flood conditions and snakes should be avoided. With hurricane season lasting until November, we recommend you utilize your disaster preparations should we experience another hurricane or tropical storm.
Hurricane Ivan Update
We have sent a team of Animal Service staff to help Escambia County as they recover from their devastating experience with Hurricane Ivan. Our team left at 5:00 a.m., 9/20/04, and will be deployed at least a week. Citrus County complaints will be responded to on a priority basis and we ask for the public's patience while we help others less fortunate.
Hurricane Frances Animal Update
We took in 120 evacuated pets and manned the animal shelter from early Friday morning, September 3, 2004, until Tuesday, September 6,2004 at 5:00 p.m. We are accepting donations of dry dog, puppy, cat and kitten food, preferably Purina or Pedigree type since displaced pets are under stress which may upset their systems. Please be aware we are seeing displaced wildlife as well and due to squirrel breeding season have taken in 18 baby squirrels. Use caution around the high risk rabies suspect animals which in Florida are the fox, racoon, bat, skunk, and bobcat. Animals such as opposums, squirrels and rabbits pose no rabies risk. Snakes may be displaced due to flood conditions and snakes should be avoided. With hurricane season lasting until November, we recommend you utilize your disaster preparations should we experience another hurricane or tropical storm.
IF IT IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU, IT IS NOT SAFE FOR YOUR PET!
TAKE ALL YOUR BELOVED FAMILY MEMBERS WHEN YOU LEAVE!
In the event of an evacuation order:
We ask the general public to please allow us to help the pets of evacuated citizens first.
Owners wishing to surrender their animals are asked to refrain from so doing at this time . We will provide crates or other assistance as needed to help keep the animals in their homes. We are taking names and phone numbers from people willing to foster animals for this effort. We are also taking names and numbers from people that would be willing to volunteer their services.
PLANNING FOR AN EVACUATION
Evacuation Precautions
As animal owners, you should be advised that some emergencies may force an evacuation, and many communities do not have evacuation shelters that allow pets. Owners should also be aware that in some situations kennels, veterinary clinics, and animal shelters might not be operational since they may have to evacuate too. Our animal shelter stays over its 200 animals capacity all year. There are 60,000 pets in Citrus County!
Even if there are community plans for animal sheltering of pets you will be more comfortable, and so would the pets, at a hotel/motel or with family or friends. An animal who is crated with proper identification, health records, and his/her own food supply is more likely to be welcomed in facilities or homes that do not usually allow pets.
Included is a list of kennels and it is updated annually. Some hotels/motels do not normally allow animals, but lift the restriction during emergencies. Owners should be encouraged to practice responsible pet ownership by keeping their animals confined and quiet and preventing them from damaging hotel property. This gives you more alternatives to abandoning your pets or turning them in to a temporary animal shelter.
Evacuation Equipment and Supplies
When evacuating with your pets you should have the following supplies:
- A leash and a collar or halter with identification tags for most animals. Animals, such as birds and some reptiles, who cannot have identification on their bodies, must have proper identification on their cage if they are to be returned to their owner. Tags that have your contact information and an emergency contact will be helpful in case of separation.
- A portable carrier in which the animal can easily move around. Since the pet may have to live in the crate for several days, it is important that the crate be large enough for the pet to be able to stand, stretch, and turn around. For cats, the crate must be able to hold a small litter box and still leave room for the cat to move around.
- Water in gallon-size plastic containers; dry pet food, and food dishes. There should be a one to two week supply of food and water for the pet. Pets need 1 gallon of water per day per pet.
- A supply of the pet's regular medications, such as heartworm medicine and flea prevention products.
- Up-to-date health records, including vaccination history. Many veterinary clinics or kennels will not board dogs and cats without proof of vaccinations. Without that proof you may have to pay for the animal to be re-vaccinated.
- Written instructions on the pet's feeding schedule and diet, medications, and any special needs.
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EMERGENCY EVACUATION FOR ANIMALS
PRICES RANGE FROM $5.00 TO $12.00 PER DAY. CURRENT VACCINATIONS ARE REQUIRED. PLEASE BRING PET'S VACCINATION RECORDS. Please call and check availability before transporting your pet!
THE PET STORES AND GROOMING PALORS LISTED BELOW ARE FOR EMERGENCY BOARDING ONLY. THEY ARE NOT A BOARDING KENNEL. |
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CAT NAP INN
5600 S. FLORIDA AVE.
FLORAL CITY 860-1688 |
CORNER GOBBLER & 41
NO CHARGE
CATS ONLY |
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JDP KENNELS
4865 GULF TO LAKE HWY.
LECANTO, FL 746-3302 |
HWY. 44W FROM CRYSTAL RIVER GO APPROXIMATELY 6 MILES AND IT IS ON THE LEFT
DOGS $11.25-$13.50, CATS $8.50 |
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LAKESIDE KENNELS
5999 E TURNER CAMP RD.
INVERNESS, FL 726-5591 |
41N. TURN RIGHT ON ELLA TURNS INTO TURNER CAMP ROAD
DOGS $11-$13.50, CATS $8 |
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POOCH PARLOR
1821 S SUNCOAST BLVD.
HOMOSASSA 795-5896 |
HWY. 19S. NEXT TO MIDWAY ANIMAL HOSPITAL.
DOGS $6-$11, CATS $6 |
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ABSOLUTELY PETS
6830 W. GULF TO LAKE HWY
CRYSTAL RIVER 564-0400 |
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BOW-WOW BOUTIQUE
775 NE 5TH ST.
CRYSTAL RIVER 795-1684 |
$10 - $12.00 PER DAY |
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CANINE COIFFURES
2966 N PORTICO TERR
HERNANDO 726-1006 |
$8 - $15.00 PER DAY |
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LYNN'S PETS GROOMING
4474 S FLORIDA AVE
INVERNESS 344-8404 |
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PROFESSIONAL PET GROOMING BY APRIL ROSE
132 N FLORIDA AVE
INVERNESS 341-2555 |
DOGS $8 - $12, CATS $7 |
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FANCY'S PETS
1673 SE HWY 19
CRYSTAL RIVER 563-5100 |
KASH & KARRY PLAZA IN CRYSTAL RIVER
BIRDS $7-$9, SMALL ANIMALS $2
DOGS $7-$9, CATS $7 |
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PAUL'S PARROTS
7231 W. GROVER CLEVELAND BLVD.
HOMOSASSA 628-9500 |
19S., TURN LEFT ON GROVER CLEVELAND
BIRDS ONLY
$3 - $12 |
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HAPPY TAILS GROOMING
630 NE 2ND AVE
CRYSTAL RIVER 564-0089 |
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BUSHNELL ANIMAL CLINIC
5899 SW 18TH TERR
BUSHNELL 793-7222 |
DOGS $9 - $14, CATS $6 PER DAY |
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PET CENTER
467 NE 1ST TERR
CRYSTAL RIVER 795-2227 |
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Horses and Livestock:
Visit the http://www.bocc.citrus.fl.us/disaster/animal_evacuation.htm for information on securing your livestock in the event of a disaster. Many people spray paint a contact phone number on horses, should you have to leave them.
AFTER THE STORM
Walk pets on a leash until they become re-oriented to their home - often familiar scents and landmarks may be altered and pets could easily be confused and become lost. Also, downed power lines, reptiles brought in with high water and debris can all pose a threat for animals after a disaster.
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If pets cannot be found after a disaster, contact the local animal control office to find out where lost animals can be recovered. Bring along a picture of your pet if possible.
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After a disaster animals can become aggressive or defensive - monitor their behavior.
Don't forget your pet when preparing a family disaster plan.
Collier County Emergency Management compiled this information in the spring of 1997 and updated in 2003. As it is posted it is current, however, you should contact the hotel or motel directly and confirm your reservation and verify that your pet will be allowed before you leave home. Collier County Emergency Management presents this information for your reference use only, and makes no guarantee of its accuracy. If you find errors, please let us know as soon as possible. We assume no liability for any inconvenience or loss as a result of your use of this information. umane Society.
NOTE: Citrus County is in a COASTAL AREA, and therefore is subject to storm surge flooding of varying degree in hurricanes. Accommodations in the coastal flood hazard area will not be available in the event of a flood threat in those areas. Accommodations in the area may be sparse, as Citrus County includes many mobile home residents who must find shelter elsewhere in a hurricane threat. Visitors should not seek shelter in Citrus County if the surrounding areas are included in a hurricane WATCH or WARNING. The area would be able to provide accommodations for a limited number of evacuees from other areas if the storm threat does not include Citrus County. You might also try www.petswelcome.com
APT=Apartment Hotel COMP=Complex COT=Condominium Hotel HTL=Hotel LDGE=Lodge
MI=Motor Inn MTL=Motel RV=RV Park
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The Port Hotel & Marina
COMP
1610 SE Paradise Circle
Crystal River, FL 34423
Phone (352) 795-3111
Pets ($10 fee)
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_Days Inn_ (http://www.daysinn.com/ctg/cgi-bin/DaysInn)
MI
2380 NW Highway 19
Crystal River, FL 34423
Phone (352) 795-2111
Small Pets, ($10/daily)
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Hayes Motel
MTL
1151 NW Highway 19
Crystal River, FL 34423
Phone (352) 795-2075
Pets, ($10/night)
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Quail Roost RV Campground
RV
9835 North Citrus Ave
Crystal River, FL 34428
Phone (352) 563-0404
Pets (Disasters only)
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Best Western, Crystal River Resort
US 19/98, north of Jct SR 44
RST
614 NW Highway 19
Crystal River, FL 34428
Phone (352) 795-3171
Fax (352) 793-3179
Small pets only, $3 fee required
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Best Western Citrus Hill Lodge
CR 846 & Citrus Hill Blvd.
MI
350 E. Norvell Bryant Highway
Hernando, FL 34442
Phone (352) 527-0015
Fax (352) 527-2360
Pets ($10/night/pet)
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Comfort Inn
US 19/98, 3 miles north of SR 44
MTL
4486 N Suncoast Blvd
Crystal River, FL
Phone (352) 563-1500
Fax (352) 563-5426
Pets( $10/pet/ per night required)
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Encore SuperPark (Crystal Isles)
RV
11419 W Fort Island Trail
Crystal River, FL 34429
Phone (352) 795-3774
Fax: (352) 795-4897
Pets
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Camp ?N' Water Campground
RV
114645 West Priest Lane
Homosassa, FL 34448
Phone (352) 628-2000
Pets (One pet per site)
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The Crown Hotel
2 Blks North of Courthouse, Jct of Main & N. Seminole
MTL
109 N Seminole Ave
Inverness, FL 34450
Phone (352) 344-5555
Fax (352) 726-4040
Small pets only ($10 fee required)
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Florida Motel
MTL
1301 US Highway 41 N
Inverness, FL 34450
Phone (352) 726-2631
Fax (352) 726-9711
Pets ($7per day)
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Camper's World
7 miles West of Inverness
RV
6545 West St Rd 44
Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538
Phone (352) 748-2237
Pets