Survival Kits for Small Dogs - The Bark Out

• Comprehensive dog-specific emergency kit covering food, water, first aid, sanitation, and comfort
• Dog-specific first aid kit with splint set, trauma shears, gauze, and self-stick bandage
• Includes a Pet First Aid Book with emergency planning guidance and basic first aid instructions
• Collapsible food and water dishes, water pouches, and ready-to-serve dog food portions
• Comfort items included

• Deluxe kit also adds a dog stake, 50ft nylon rope, carrying case, dog blanket, and large organization pouch

• Lightweight and portable...ready for home emergencies, road trips, or evacuation scenarios

• The Bark Out Kits are for dog owners who know their pet is part of the family and want them covered when disaster strikes.

• The Basic kit is ideal for dog owners who want solid emergency essentials in a compact, grab-and-go bag covering food, water, first aid, and sanitation.
• The Deluxe kit is for owners who want full coverage, adding a dog stake and rope for temporary shelter setup, a carrying case, a dog blanket for warmth and comfort, and better organization with a dedicated first aid pouch. If you're evacuating with your dog, the Deluxe gives you everything you need to keep them secure, calm, and cared for.

Basic Kit:

Food & Water: 2 dog folding food dishes, 6- 4.2oz water pouches, 2- 10oz dog food
Sanitation: 1 puppy pad, 15 dog waste bags
First Aid: 1- 53-piece first aid kit, 1 self-stick bandage, 1 tweezers, 1 trauma shears, 1 pair nitrile gloves, 1 pet splint set, 2x 4x4 sterile gauze, Pet First Aid Book
Survival Gear: 1 light stick, 1 signal whistle, 1 emergency reflective blanket, 1 dog collar, 1 dog leash, 1 large nylon bag
Comfort: 1 dog flying toy, 1 dog rope toy

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Deluxe Kit:

Food & Water: 2 dog folding food dishes, 6- 4.2oz water pouches, 2- 10oz dog food
Sanitation: 1 puppy pad, 15 dog waste bags
First Aid: 1 large black pouch, 1- 53-piece first aid kit, 1 self-stick bandage, 1 tweezers, 1 trauma shears, 1 pair nitrile gloves, 1 pet splint set, 2- 4x4 sterile gauze, a Pet First Aid Book
Survival Gear: 1 light stick, 1 signal whistle, 1 emergency reflective blanket, 1 dog collar, 1 dog leash, 1 dog stake, 1 black 5mm x 50ft nylon braided rope
Comfort: 1 dog flying toy, 1 dog rope toy, 1 dog carrying case, 1 dog blanket

• Emergency evacuation with your dog
• Sheltering in place during a power outage or storm
• Temporary outdoor shelter setup with stake and rope (Deluxe)
• Dog injury or illness during a crisis
• Road trips and extended travel away from home
• Natural disasters such as hurricane, earthquake, wildfire evacuation

• Store the Bark Out near your own go-bag so you grab both at the same time. You won't want to search for it under pressure
• The Pet First Aid Book is worth reading before an emergency, not during one. Take 20 minutes to flip through it now.
• Rotate the dog food every 12 months and check water pouch expiration annually.
• Tuck a copy of your dog's vaccination records and vet contact info inside the bag.
• The comfort toys aren't optional. A stressed dog is harder to manage during evacuation; familiar items help significantly.
• Deluxe users: practice setting up the stake and rope once so it's not new to you in a crisis.

Most emergency managers recommend keeping at least three days of supplies for every member of your household and that includes your pets. The challenge with dogs specifically is that their needs differ significantly from humans in ways that catch people off guard during an actual emergency. Shelters that accept evacuees don't always accept animals, so having your own supplies means you're never dependent on what's available at a crowded facility.

A few things worth knowing before an emergency happens: keep a copy of your dog's vaccination records accessible. Many pet-friendly shelters require proof of rabies vaccination before they'll allow entry. If your dog takes any medication, rotate a small supply into your kit and refresh it on the same schedule you'd rotate food and water. And if your dog isn't used to a leash or collar, an emergency is the worst time to find that out. A quick refresher goes a long way.

For small dogs especially, temperature regulation is a real concern during extended displacement. Small breeds lose body heat faster than larger dogs, which is why a blanket and emergency covering matter more than most owners expect.