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Welcome to the homepage of Spencer DART, the Disaster Animal Response Team for Spencer, Massachusetts.
We are an all-volunteer group made up of animal-loving residents,
members of SEMA (Spencer Emergency Management Agency), veterinarians,
and representatives from Second Chance Animal Shelter in E. Brookfield.
Spencer DART currently meets quarterly, and will meet next at 6pm (note time change!) on October 27th 2009 at the Rescue Squad Building on Bixby Rd in Spencer (off route 9, behind the police and fire stations). All are welcome. Contact us to be added to the next meeting's agenda.
When You Go, They Go! In an Emergency, Don't Leave Home Without Your Pets!
When a disaster or emergency occurs and you have to leave your home, ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PETS WITH YOU!
Most emergency shelters do not allow pets! However, in case of another local disaster such as the Ice Storm of December 2008, did you know that Spencer DART has arranged for local household pets to be temporarily housed at Second Chance Animal Shelter in East Brookfield?
Think ahead and have a plan in place in case of emergency. Where can you and your pets go for safety? A friend or family members' home? A pet-friendly hotel nearby ? Click here for a list of Worcester-area hotels that accept pets.
Put together an emergency kit for your animals. Include proof of vaccination, ID tags, and at least 3 days' supply of food and water. Click here to learn how to put together a pet emergency kit.
