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Disasters are common and volunteer-run emergency pet shelters need support. It began with a series of training sessions. It seemed endless.

EASApp keeps data organized and allows volunteers to focus on pet care, not paperwork. EASApp: an easy-to-learn web/mobile operations platform for shelters when disaster strikes. DART Command Central evolved from team meetings of the Central Vermont Disaster Animal Response Team (CVDART) working to improve our readiness to set up and run an emergency pet shelter on short notice. Volunteers were pr

esented with a handful of documents - intake forms, special instructions forms, medical care forms, forms for items that came with the pet, forms to be filled out when a pet left with its family for the day, forms for feeding and cleaning. There had to be a better way to organize all the needed information into something more manageable than a folder full of papers – and there had to be a better use of volunteers’ time than filling out form after form. That realization led to the launch of DART Command Central. What started as an exercise to learn the paper forms evolved into a laptop-based prototype for the registration process, and then into a detailed method for data management. Two years of monthly CVDART meetings and training sessions as well as full-on simulations of numerous sheltering situations has put this prototype to the test and led to constant revisions and improvements until it matured into a robust system that can be adapted to any type of disaster. DART Command Central is designed to ease the burden and stress of sheltering and will benefit both humans and pets. Our plan is for anyone who helps manage an emergency pet shelter to have free access to the Emergency Shelter Module. We have received grant money from State Farm allowing us to implement the first part of the software development, which will provide users with a system for organizing and operating an Emergency Animal Shelter. The next stage will incorporate more detailed information used during sheltering and allow for more complete documentation between organizations and agencies. The final stage will be to make DART Command Central a mobile app that can be used on phones and tablets even without internet access, making it yet more nimble and user friendly. In March 2022 DART Command Central obtained 501c3 status. This opened the door to many more grant opportunities, as well as making individual donations tax-deductible.

09/03/2025

In a disaster, people won’t leave without their pets—and that can be life or death.

When Hurricane Katrina struck 20 years ago, thousands of pets were left behind. Many families refused to evacuate without them—tragically putting both lives and rescue operations at risk.

That heartbreaking lesson led to the PETS Act of 2006, requiring disaster plans to include animals. Because when pets are safe, people are safer too.

At DARTCC, we’ve taken that lesson to heart. Our EASApp platform helps emergency managers plan evacuations that keep families—pets included—together. With real-time shelter capacity, pet tracking, and reunification tools, we’re ensuring no one gets left behind.

Technology can’t stop disasters, but it can make our response more humane, resilient, and effective. And sometimes, protecting what people love most is what saves lives.

👉 How does your community integrate pets into emergency planning?

https://www.npr.org/2025/08/26/nx-s1-5467727/hurricane-katrina-pets-animal-rescue-disaster

08/29/2025

🐾 Every second counts in a disaster—and so does every pet.

EASApp has already helped save lives, but it’s only on Android. We’re raising $10,000 to launch the iOS version so every volunteer can use it, no matter their device. 📲

✨ Your gift = more pets safe, more families together, more lives saved.

🙏 Donate today & help us bring EASApp to the Apple App Store:
https://giving.classy.org/campaign/715989/donate

07/12/2025

🛠️ Disasters Don’t Just Affect People — They Affect Pets Too.

When we talk about preparedness, we mean everyone. That includes pets, animals, and the communities that love them.

But even the best local plan can fall apart without national support.

We need fully funded, fully staffed emergency systems—because no one should be left behind in a storm.

📞 Call Congress. Demand investment in FEMA, NOAA, and the National Weather Service.

When devastating floods swept through Central Texas, Austin Pets Alive jumped into action rescuing pets, reuniting families and offering priceless services for lost animals. With more than 3,500 volunteers and a mission to prevent pet deaths, the team is proving that in the chaos of disaster, compas...

07/10/2025

This was preventable. And if we don’t act, it will happen again.

The Texas Floods weren’t just a “natural disaster”—they were the result of decades of defunding and neglect.

➡️ 20% of key forecasting roles at the National Weather Service are unfilled.
➡️ NOAA has lost nearly 1,000 employees in recent years.
➡️ FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund is running dangerously low.

When disaster strikes, early warnings save lives. However, when we dismantle the systems that issue those warnings, we put every family, every home, and every pet at risk.

👉 Don’t wait until your town is underwater.
📞 Contact your members of Congress today and demand restored funding to FEMA, NOAA, and the National Weather Service.

As searchers continue to look for victims in the deadly flash flooding in Texas, officials are answering questions about the weather forecasts ahead of and during the storm.

07/08/2025

We have been trying to put into words how devastating it is to see the events unfold this past week. It’s been difficult, to say the least. But here goes…

Disasters are becoming increasingly common. Being prepared for a disaster emergency -- whether that's within your community, your home, an RV park, or a campground -- can only go so far. Understanding disaster preparedness, having a plan, and knowing what to do all depend on clear, accurate, and early warnings. And with the necessary precautions in place, with the early warning signs, this could have been avoided. It is both sad and scary to witness, because it could happen to any of us.

🚨Was this predictable? Yes. And more should have been done. Dependable national resources (the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), for starters) are put in place to track and warn communities of imminent weather events – to help save lives!

What happened? Mass firings, budget cuts, and years of neglect left key roles at these resources vacant, adding to the insurmountable stress and inevitable failure of a system meant to protect communities.

Make no mistake: If we do not act, a tragedy like this will happen again.

📢 What can you do? Speak up.
Contact your members of Congress today and tell them to
restore FEMA and the National Weather Service fully and immediately
Call. Write. Be heard: Our communities, our pets, and our future are worth it.

Our hearts are with the victims and families.

"The Trump regime is gutting scientific research into climate and atmospheric science for political reasons, at the very time we need a much better understanding of it," said one environmentalist. "This is so reckless and dangerous."

06/23/2025

Since June is Pet Preparedness Month, and Butler County has experienced its own disaster this month, we want to remind you of the importance of having a preparedness plan and evacuation go kit for you and your pets.

BuCART set up a pet evacuation shelter during the flooding. None of the pets we sheltered had an evacuation kit or important pet information and health records.

Having an evacuation kit and pet information makes it easier, and safer, for the responders caring for your pets.

04/04/2025

Introducing dark chocolate brown -- the newest color from the DARTCC Shop! The logos really pop, don't you think?

Every purchase helps support EASApp and DARTCC's mission.

Head to jemspe.com/dartcc_easapp to get this limited edition color while it lasts!

04/01/2025

🆘 Pet First Aid: A Lifesaving Skill Every Pet Owner Should Know! 🐶🐱🚑

Accidents happen when we least expect them, but knowing basic pet first aid can make all the difference in an emergency. From performing CPR to handling choking, bleeding, or poisoning, quick action can save your pet’s life!

DARTCC has put together some basic Pet First Aid Tips here, but we encourage you to learn step-by-step first aid related to your specific pet (dog, cat, horse, bird, etc). and geographic area.

One of the best ways to learn? Reach out to your local animal shelters, rescue groups (and disaster animal rescue groups too!) who often host first aid training for pet owners.

📌 Tag a fellow pet owner who needs to learn pet first aid!

02/20/2025

🐾💖 It’s National Love Your Pet Day! 💖🐾

Today is all about celebrating the furry (or feathery, or scaly!) friends who bring us unconditional love and endless joy. 🐶🐱🐰🐢 Whether it’s extra treats, snuggles, or a fun adventure, show your pet just how much they mean to you!

Drop a pic of your beloved pet in the comments—we’d love to see them! 📸🐾

02/14/2025

🐾💝 Valentine’s Day Pet Safety Guide! 💝🐾

Love is in the air, but so are some sneaky dangers for our furry friends! So as you celebrate this Valentine’s Day, remember:

🍫 Chocolate & Candy – Tasty for us, toxic for them!
🌸 Flowers – Some (like lilies!) can be dangerous to pets.
🕯️ Candles – Romantic? Yes. Fire hazard? Also yes.
🎁 Gift Wrap & Ribbons – Fun to play with, risky to swallow!

And remember! It's not all about candies and flowers. You can show someone you care or be a secret admirer by donating to an animal welfare organization like DARTCC!

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is reminding pet owners to keep their loved ones safe this Valentine’s Day. Here are five easy tips: While it may be tempting to share a sweet treat with your animals, they cannot enjoy all the same food...

02/06/2025

🐾 Show Some Love & Support DARTCC! 🩷🐾

Gear up for Valentine’s Day (and support DARTCC!) with all things PINK. Not only will you stay snug, but you’ll also be supporting a cause that's dear to our hearts: building EASApp, a groundbreaking disaster animal shelter app designed to help communities with emergency preparedness.

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By shopping with us, you're not just getting great deals—you’re making a difference. Visit us today and help us continue our work building EASApp.

01/29/2025

🐾 Shop DARTCC & Support the Cause! 🐾

Grab yourself a new hoodie or sweater from DARTCC! It'll keep you warm and cozy all winter and support a great cause: our groundbreaking disaster animal shelter app and our mission to help communities with emergency preparedness.

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By shopping with us, you're not just getting great deals—you’re making a difference. Visit us today and help us continue our work building EASApp.

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