Emergency Care for Pets (IMAGE) North Carolina State University Caption As Hurricane Katrina unfortunately demonstrated, the family pet may require emergency attention during a disaster. The NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine is preparing all graduates to be federally credentialed first responders. Credit North Carolina State University Usage Restrictions Photo credit must be given. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.