I wouldn't evacuate without taking my pets with me, unless they were being taken to a seperate shelter at the same time. I think that people who think that is foolish should still respect that mindset, and make provisions for pets, if for no other reason then to save more people who otherwise will not evacuate.

Actually, I think Katrina will result in a general major reform in our disaster planning processes. Sadly, Americans don't seem to summon the will to address problems until after the worst possible consequence of our inaction occurs.