The Time to Prepare is NOW!

Wildfires, floods, and extreme weather are happening more often. With recent disasters still fresh in our minds, it’s more important than ever to be ready. Plan, prepare, and PRACTICE your emergency routine—with your pets, too!

Build a pet emergency kit with:

Food & water (3-day supply)
Litter Box and Litter
Up-to-date ID tags and microchip info
Meds & medical records
Leash, collar, crate/carrier
First aid & sanitation supplies
Important documents & a photo of you with your pet
Comfort items like toys or bedding

Learn more about SLO County's Pet Emergency Prereparedness at: PrepareSLO.org

Stay alert. Stay safe. And never leave pets behind.

Visit SLO County's Pet Emergency Preparedness

Family Preparedness

It is important to prepare your family for a disaster before it happens. Knowing what you will do before, during, and after an emergency will empower your family to take control of their own safety and survival during a disaster. The resources below will help you create a plan for you family members including children and pets.

Build an Emergency Plan for the Whole Family

"Cat Daddy" Jackson Galaxy's Cat Emergency Prep Checklist

Emergency Alerts

SLO County uses a variety of alert and notification systems to inform the public about emergencies and the actions they need to take. The system chosen depends on several factors, including the severity and location of the event, how many people are impacted, and how quickly the message needs to be delivered.

📢 Types of Emergency Alerts:

Early Warning System Sirens
Emergency Alert System (EAS)
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
Reverse 911 / AlertSLO
NOAA Weather Radio
Route Alerting

Learn About and Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

SLO COUNTY ANIMAL EMERGENCY SERVICES

24 Hour Emergency Clinics

Atascadero Pet Hospital

and Emergency Center

9575 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 466-3880

Click HERE to visit their website

Central Coast Pet Emergency Clinic

1558 West Branch Street
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 270-2524
Click HERE to visit their website

Large Animal Practice

2245 Cimarron Way
Los Osos, CA 93402
(805) 528-0961
Emergency: 24/7/365
Click HERE to visit their website

San Luis Obispo County - Animal Services
865 Oklahoma Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 781-4400
Website

Woods Humane Society
875 Oklahoma Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 543-9316
Website

Pacific Wildlife Care
1387 Main St.
Morro Bay, CA 93442
(805) 543-9453
Website

Marine Mammal Center
Morro Bay
(415) 289-SEAL (7325)
Website

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
(888) 426-4435
Website