Molino Park Opened As Escambia’s First Pet Friendly Shelter

November 9, 2009

Molino Elementary School became the first storm shelter in Escambia County to accept pets during Ida. It housed 32 people and a small number of pets.

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Officials said now is good time to pre-register for the shelter before the next storm hits be registration for pets is required. Registration forms plus a full list of all requirements and pet owner responsibilities can be downloaded from www.bereadyescambia.com, or picked up at the Escambia County Animal Shelter, 200 West Fairfield Drive in Pensacola.

Space is limited to between 150 and 350 animals, depending on breed and kennel sizes. Only dogs and cats will be accepted – no pets of any other species are allowed – however there is no limit of cats or dogs per person, nor limitations on breeds. Pet owners will be required to stay at a facility adjacent to the pet shelter and may not leave their pet at the shelter for any length of time.

Identification tags, proof of vaccinations, food, water, any medications plus bedding and kennels must be provided by the pet owner for each animal. Owners will also have to care for each of their animals including feeding, exercising, potty breaks and all clean up.

Emergency Management’s disaster preparedness web site, www.bereadyescambia.com, provides vital information for pet owners evacuating or sheltering-in-place during storms and lists more than 1,500 rooms available in comfortable, pet-friendly local motels. While pet owners are advised to find alternative accommodations in the event of a hurricane, the pet-friendly shelter will be opened for residents as a refuge of last resort.

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One Response to “Molino Park Opened As Escambia’s First Pet Friendly Shelter”

  1. AL on November 9th, 2009 1:07 am

    Wow, William… you really DON’T sleep!!!!
    Good to know you are on the job and keeping everyone informed – Thanks!!

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