In December, Lewis County Washington was devastated by storms and flooding. Now, 2 months later, the animals lucky enough to survive the floods are facing illnesses from contaminated water, and caretakers are having difficulty continuing to feed the animals.
YOU CAN HELP by donating for hay, or medical care and supplies. You can donate online directly through Friends of Lewis County
Will you be ready?
The Orange County Chapter of the American Red Cross will be offering a Dog First Aid Class on Friday, February 22nd, from 6-10 p.m.
The course, along with the manual and DVD, will cover a variety of emergency and pet health topics.
The course is only $35 per person and includes all materials - a small investment to protect the life of a family member.
To enroll in this class, call 9198-942-4862.
To see courses offered at other NC chapters of the American Red Cross, search here for your nearest chapter
Dogs Deserve Better hopes to send out 10,000 handmade valentines, along with a brochure and treat coupon, to caretakers of dogs currently chained or penned.
SEND ADDRESSES to DDB, or volunteer to make some cards, so this message of love can be sent out in a positive way.
The time has finally arrived. By court order, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) has the authority to direct the removal of at least 350 animals from the All Creatures Great and Small (ACGS) site in Hendersonville, North Carolina.
The current on-site animal count today is as follows: 284 dogs, 220 cats, 6 rabbits, 2 guinea pigs.
These animals have been through horrible, horrible neglect and suffering at the hands of a hoarder that calls themselves "rescuer." If you feel the need to see video footage, go to the PETA website.
IF YOU ARE A RESCUE ORGANIZATION AND YOU CAN TAKE EVEN A SMALL NUMBER, PLEASE GO TO THE STATE AGRICULTURE WEBSITE
You may also contact Dr. Mary Ann McBride by email or by phone: 919-733-7601
Midnight, who is being fostered for a family that lost their home in a recent fire, is being fostered by Paw Prints Animal Rescue. Midnight's foster home has lots of kitties, which she did not have previously in her home. We were curious to see how she would handle being around cats for the first time. Apparently she is adjusting well.
Here is an update from her foster mom:
I had to laugh the other night - she was on the bed pressed up
against me (which she does when she wants attention). She had one of my
adolescent kitten fosters rummaging around inside one of her ears,
licking and purring and another that was sniffing and nuzzling her
face. She kept looking up at me for guidance. I told her to relax and
enjoy it! She finally took my advice... I think she really likes them now - they are the closest
substitution for human kids that I can offer her."
Apparently Midnight has also found her way into the cat food a couple times ;)
On another note, you can come visit Paw Prints and many of their adoptable fosters THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29th at the PetSmart in Garner Towne Square.
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!
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary will be caring for 22 of the 47 pitbulls recommended for placement in the M.Vick case.
Great news.... DUCATI IS HOME!!
Photo by Todd Melet
Ducati's people have never given up, and have worked hard on his behalf to find him. Earlier this week, they went walking around the apartments just before bed, around 10:00, and he was sitting on the steps of their old building! They called for him, he meowed back, and next thing you know he's back with his family!
Thanks to the kindness of Bayou Rescue donors and volunteers, Ducati will have a vet check-up tomorrow, and we were able to bring Ducati presents to replace items they lost in the fire. THANK YOU! Ducati was especially thrilled to have a new scratching post, and demonstrated his scratching prowess right away. Oh, and this cat will enjoy playing fetch with his new assortment of jingly,disco-y ball toys.
Pass the word along that we are still looking for Coco, and will need several volunteers to help continue trapping efforts (esp. weekends and mornings) Ducati's people have been a tremendous help by continuing to help in this effort.
YOU CAN ALSO HELP BY PRINTING AND POSTING COCO'S FLYER!! Download Coco.pdf Paws crossed for Coco - won't you help?
26 residents were displaced from Ashbrook apartments in Carroboro, NC, yesterday evening. Many pets were involved, and Bayou Rescue is awaiting referrals from the Orange County Red Cross to provide assistance in caring for pets while residents are displaced, and locating pets that may have escaped.
Click here for the WRAL news update.
THIS MISSING REPORT ALREADY IN -
YOU CAN HELP BY PRINTING AND POSTING THIS FLYER IN THE CARRBORO/CHAPEL HILL AREA Download Ducati.pdf
"Ducati" is a 7 month old gray and black shorthair tabby. His microchip number is: 493456050C. He was last seen running from the Ashbrook apartments when firefighters entered to battle the fire.
If found, contact Home Again at: 1-888-466-3242.
FOR FULL INFO, PLEASE SEE BEST FRIENDS POSTING
East San Diego County sanctuary desperate to get back on its feet
Double S Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, in Dulzura, CA, was devastated by the fires which reached the edges of the animal enclosures. Firefighters were able to put out the blazes and luckily no animals were lost. Dulzura is 25 miles ESE of San Diego (Route 94) aout 10 miles north of the U.S. Mexican border at Tecate.
Over 100 animals were evacuated prior, but another 115 couldn't be evacuated before the fires reached the property. All the neighboring properties were destroyed by the fires.
Animals include 13 horses, 50 cats, 50 chickens, 50 ducks, 2 emus, 2 burrows, several minis and goats, 11 pigs, and 2 dogs. The horses and other evacuated animals need to be brought back to the property soon from the temporary evacuation locations.
The director of the sanctuary has been caring for over 100 animals on the property devastated by the fires!
Immediate need for manpower to do clean-up around the property. There is extensive debris, soot damage, and burnt wood, wind and fire damage.
Volunteers are needed to rebuild, and to help care for these animals.
Call either (619) 669-1025 OR (619) 808-2755 (Cell phone signal is limited in the area. Leave message) or E-MAIL dcmcats@yahoo.com for further information on location, volunteering, and questions.
