Be Prepared

Start with the basics, then adjust for household size, diet, age, medical needs, and pets.

• Water for drinking, basic hygiene, pets, and cooking.
• Non-perishable food that does not require refrigeration.
• Manual can opener.
• Ready-to-eat snacks such as trail mix, dried fruit, crackers, or granola bars.
• Food for infants, seniors, or anyone with specific dietary needs.
• Pet food and extra water for animals.

• Flashlight or battery-powered lantern.
• Extra batteries or charging bank.
• Battery-powered or crank radio.
• Phone chargers and charging cables.
• First-aid kit.
• Warm clothing, extra socks, gloves, and seasonal outerwear.
• Blankets, sleeping bags, or emergency blankets.
• Whistle, multi-tool, duct tape, work gloves, and garbage bags.
• Paper copy of important phone numbers and meeting places.

• Personal hygiene supplies.
• Prescription medication and copies of prescriptions where possible.
• Extra glasses, contact lenses, hearing-aid batteries, or mobility supports.
• Copies of identification, insurance, and important household documents.
• Cash in small bills and change.
• Notebook and pen.
• Copies of your emergency plan and out-of-town contact information.
• Photos of family members and pets in case you are separated.

Yukon travel can change quickly. Keep supplies in your vehicle, especially during winter or highway travel.

• Non-perishable food and potable water.
• Blankets or emergency sleeping blanket.
• Candles in a deep can with matches or lighter.
• Extra shoes, warm socks, gloves, and weather-appropriate clothing.
• First-aid kit and basic medication.
• Phone cable and charger compatible with your vehicle.
• Whistle and flashlight.
• Hand sanitizer, wipes, tissue, and toilet paper.
• Snow shovel, ice scraper, snow brush, booster cables, road map, fire extinguisher, duct tape, tow rope, and extra windshield washer fluid.

• Food, water, and bowls.
• Carrier, crate, leash, harness, or other safe transport item.
• Comfort items such as blankets, toys, or treats.
• Medication and care instructions.
• Cleaning supplies and waste bags.
• A photo of you with your pet to help prove ownership if separated.

• Toys, comfort items, and treats.
• Muzzle, if needed for safe handling.
• Leash, collar, harness, and identification.
• Food and water bowls.
• Waste bags and cleaning supplies.

• Toys and comfort items.
• Litter, tray, and scoop.
• Carrier or crate.
• Harness and leash if your cat is trained to use them.
• Food, water, and small familiar bedding.

• Cage or carrier with a blanket to cover it.
• Spray bottle to moisten feathers if appropriate.
• If the carrier has no perch, line it with paper towel and change it often.
• Keep the carrier in a quiet area when possible.
• Consider a timed feeder if feeding schedules may be disrupted.

• Pillowcase or permanent housing for transportation.
• Soaking bowl.
• Heating pad or safe heat source if needed.
• Temperature-control plan during travel or sheltering.

• Hamsters, gerbils, mice, and guinea pigs should be transported in secure carriers.
• Bring bedding material, food, food bowls, and water bottles.
• Add a salt lick, hide box, or tube if normally used.
• Keep carriers warm, dry, secure, and away from loud activity when possible.

Talk to your veterinarian about what is appropriate for your animal.

• Muzzle, if safe and appropriate.
• Protective gloves.
• Antibacterial soap and sterile rinse solution.
• Gauze rolls, non-stick wound dressing, and adhesive tape.
• Cotton swabs or balls.
• Bandage scissors and tweezers.
• Pet-safe lubricant or petroleum jelly.
• Instant cold packs.
• Proof of ownership and vaccination records in a waterproof container.