Natural disasters can be quite frightening and you need to be prepared. You need to get things ready for your cat too. If you are staying in your home, make sure you have ample food, water, medicine and cat litter for your cat till you can replenish supplies. If there is a remote chance you will need to evacuate your home, work to find a shelter that will accept pets. Prepare a go-bag when you prepare your own and in addition to necessary supplies, don’t forget a favorite blanket and a few toys to comfort your cat. Keep your cat’s carrier close at hand so you can leave immediately if needed. Train your cat to walk wearing a harness and a leash in case you need to remove her from the carrier in a strange place. Stay calm since your cat will sense your fear and panic herself. Contact your St. Francis Hospital for Animals, NY to learn more.