Afternoon update on Midnight

Bayou Rescue responded to 2 fires through the Orange County chapter of the Red Cross in a 24 hour period.

The first fire involved 2 dogs, and Bayou Rescue was able to provide "Kayla" and "Midnight" with lots of food, bowls, collars, leashes, toys, and beds (THANK YOU DONORS!)

The second fire involved 3 dogs and 6 children.  All people made it out safely.  THANKS TO THE MANY PEOPLE who responded to our request for foster placement for one of the dogs, also named "Midnight."

After a day of meeting with the family, releasing Midnight from her overnight stay,  going to a vet for x-ray and vaccinations, and getting long lessons on traveling the Inner and Outer Beltline, we are happy to report that Midnight is safe and sound in foster care at Paw Prints Animal Rescue.

Thank you Paw Prints!  Here is an update from foster mom Tamara:
"Midnight did well last night.  She was a little nervous about the cats (a healthy respect).  I kept her in my bedroom with me where I have a couple special needs cases as well as two recovering from surgery.  The cats were totally unimpressed.  She slept on the bed all night - probably with one eye open!  She has been snacking on Science Diet Food and has some toys to play with.  She appears to be settling down nicely."

One of the children in Midnight's family, a 9 year old, was part of the family interview.  She wanted to let Bayou Rescue know that Midnight would need TWO toys (in case she chewed one up), a nice stick to play with in the yard, and choices of beds to sleep on. (Apparently Midnight would move around to different children's beds during the night). 

Before I left, I asked if there was anything else she wanted to let me know about Midnight or that she wanted me to tell Midnight.

She said, "Well, she does shed just a little bit....  and please tell Midnight that I love her."

And that, my friends, is why your help makes all the difference!

If you'd like to help with future Red Cross responses by collecting pet items, grant writing, case management, foster (though 501c3 organizations) or participating in lost pet recovery, let us know - we need you and they need you!