Pet measures in the event of a disaster (earthquake)

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About pet measures at the time of disaster of Yokohama-shi, we summarized in "pet measures at the time of disaster-guidelines for evacuation with pets-" in May, 2011.
The content is based on the disaster preparedness plan, Yokohama City (Earthquake Countermeasures Edition), Yokohama City evacuation shelter Opening and Operation Manual, and Guidelines for Disaster Countermeasures for People and Pets (outside site) (Ministry of the Environment).
Please use it as a guideline to encourage local residents, such as those who have pets and those who operate evacuation shelter, to understand the evacuation of pets, and to prepare for normal times so that confusion at evacuation destinations will not occur in the event of a disaster.
In addition, please refer to the Ministry of the Environment website (outside site) as detailed information is also posted.

Pet measures at the time of disaster-Guidelines for Evacuation with Pets-(PDF: 8,658KB)

Evacuation with pets means evacuating to shelters such as evacuation shelter with pets in the event of a disaster. It is a word that indicates evacuation behavior, and does not mean that the owner breeds and manages pets in the same room in the evacuation center.
Evacuation of pets is a necessary measure not only from the viewpoint of animal welfare, but also from the viewpoint of preventing harm from wandering animals to humans and living environment conservation.

Consider and prepare various evacuation actions, such as (1) evacuation at home (evacuation at home), (2) breeding at temporary shelters, and (3) evacuation to evacuation shelter, depending on the situation of the disaster.

In evacuation shelter, many survivors people live together in evacuation lives, and some people are not good at animals or cannot stay with animals due to animal allergies. Considering the presence of such evacuees, always consider pet measures according to the actual situation of evacuation shelter, such as considering the location of temporary breeding places.
Are you and your pet okay? [Evacuation life] (Ministry of the Environment) (outside site)

For those who are considering measures to evacuate pets in evacuation shelter from now on, we have summarized the necessary preparations such as setting temporary breeding places and breeding rules, as well as the flow of preparations in case of actual disaster to reception. It also contains experiences and advice from local people who are already working on it, so please use it for efforts to accept pet evacuees.

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• Digest version (approximately 4 minutes)

1 About "collection of examples of setting of temporary breeding places for pets at the time of disaster" and "operation manual for opening and operating places for pets (draft)"
In order to ensure that each evacuation shelter operates smoothly in the event of an earthquake, we ask the members of the evacuation shelter Steering Committee to set up temporary shelters for pets in preparation for normal times and to create rules for raising pets.
In addition, with the cooperation of evacuation shelter, which is promoting efforts to accept evacuees with pets, we have compiled examples of our activities so far and created them as "Collection of Temporary Pet Breeding Places for Disasters" and "Manual for Opening and Operation of Temporary Breeding Places for Pets (draft)". Please use it as a reference for each member of the evacuation shelter Steering Committee and the owners' association to consider temporary breeding places and breeding rules.

（１）　Temporary breeding place setting example collection of pets at the time of disaster (PDF: 3,559KB)
　　This will be helpful in determining temporary breeding locations in evacuation shelter.
　　Here is an example of evacuation shelter where the installation site has already been determined.

（２）　Temporary breeding place establishment operation manual for pets (draft) (PDF: 335KB) Word version (word: 75KB)
　　This is an example of a manual for setting up and operating a temporary breeding place for pets.
　　Make corrections as necessary and prepare manuals for each evacuation shelter.

2 About evacuation center establishment and operation training guidelines (2nd edition) in consideration of measures against COVID-19 infection
"Guidelines for Opening and Operation of Evacuation Centers Considering Covid-19 Infectious Diseases (Second Edition)" (prepared by the Cabinet Office on September 7, 2020), a new description of evacuation of pets was added (pages 22-23). For more information, please refer to the following link.

Guidelines for Opening and Operation of Evacuation Centers (2nd Edition) (Cabinet Office HP) (outside site)

People and pets need to be prepared on a daily basis to evacuate safely, avoid disturbing others, and spend time at evacuation destinations such as evacuation shelter where they live together.

1 Clarification of the owner
　In the turmoil of a disaster, you may be separated from your pet. Make sure that the owner is clearly indicated for your precious pet.

2 discipline
　Basic discipline should be done to prevent trouble at the base or not to bother other evacuees.
　① Get used to contact with humans and animals
　② Get used to various sounds and things
　③ Get used to carrying bags and cages
　④ Try not to bark unnecessarily (do not sound)
　⑤ Try to touch it anywhere in your pet's body

3 Securing Evacuation Equipment for Animals
　There is no stock of pet food or cages in evacuation shelter. Prepare an "emergency carry-out bag for pets" that contains at least 5 days (preferably 7 days or more) along with carry bags and cages used when evacuating with pets.
　Example) Food, water, medicine, pet sheets, lead, manure processing equipment, breeding notebook (owner's contact information, pet photo, etc.), etc.

4 Health Management
　Let's carry out rabies vaccination, vaccine, extermination of tick and flea on a daily basis.

5 Cooperation between owners
　When evacuating pets to evacuation shelter, the owner is responsible for breeding and hygiene management of pets in temporary pet breeding areas. It is important to create a cooperative system between owners by seizing opportunities such as disaster drill and organizing an "Owner's Association (tentative name)" among owners and deciding on representatives of the association.

6 Securing places for temporary storage of pets
　It is important to secure a temporary storage place for pets in case it is difficult to evacuate to evacuation shelter. It is very difficult to find a temporary storage place after a disaster occurs, so make adjustments in advance.

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