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09-03-2005, 06:08 AM | #1 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: GA
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| Stranded Animals - Katrina I was just watching my news and hearing more up-dates about the terrible situation due to Hurricane Katrina and found out that there are many stranded animals - as well as missing animals in Louisiana. The news reported that there is one organization that is trying to recue the animals there as well as trying to join the owners up with their lost pet. It is unbelievable the job they are trying to accomplish. One poor little dog was so hungry and scared - shown on video. Can you imagine? Their whole life too changed in an instant and no where to go with all the water - they are traped. The organization trying to help is - Noah's Wish: http://www.animalconcerns.org/extern...0732300.560703 You can find more information there on their web site and updates on their progress. Here is one news report from today: There are many dogs running loose throughout the city,” said Crisp. “Many people left their animals behind when they evacuated and law enforcement has been cutting dogs loose as they find them.” Approximately 200 stray animals have already been picked up by animal control and these animals will be moved to the temporary shelter. A database will track all animals who enter the shelter, with the goal of reuniting owners with their lost pets. Temporary shelter for pets will be offered to residents who lost their homes and are unable to keep their animals with them in shelters or hotels. One Noah’s Wish volunteer, a veterinary technician from Indianapolis, is working to assess the needs of local veterinarians in Slidell so they can open their offices to treat injured animals. The city of Slidell, located directly north of Lake Ponchatrain was devastated by Katrina. “We can use all the help we can get right now and I am incredibly grateful to have Noah’s Wish here to coordinate relief efforts for pets,” said Slidell Mayor Ben Morris. Here is a wonderful story: During the rescue, the teams have come across numerous pets with injuries cause by windborne debris, collapsed building and being stuck by automobiles. The injured have been taken to the Louisiana State University Veterinary Hospital for treatment. There have also been happy surprises such as the Chihuahua found waiting patiently in the kitchen sink for rescue after the flood waters receded leaving him stranded. I don't know what we can do - but does anyone have any ideas. I would love to help - what I can. I can't go there, due to my husband's help, but these animals need us someway/somehow. Thanks! Tina |
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09-03-2005, 06:22 AM | #2 |
Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member | that was a great post - at least people ARE trying to help ....What a huge wake up call for our country - I just can't imagine all the tears and despair and thinking of the poor pets along with their families just makes most of us cry - We can only hope that the little help they're getting is working - they need so much more. Thank you for posting this. |
09-03-2005, 06:44 AM | #3 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: GA
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| I came across their link of needed items: What Noah's Wish Needs to Help Animals at Every Disaster On-going needs: batteries (AA, AAA, C, and D) binders (black - 3 inch with clear plastic sleeve on front) bolt cutters cable ties (assorted sizes) cat collars (break away style) clamps (extra large size) clip boards CD-R's (rewriteable) collapsible wire cages (extra large size) dog leashes and collars (news ones only in all sizes) duct tape ear plugs (disposable) extension cords (heavy duty outdoor approved - 100 foot long) first aid kits for animals and people grooming clippers (electric) hand held radios (at least a 2 mile radius) hand sanitizer gel heating pads labels (1" x 2-5/8" - white) labels (2" x 4" - white) misting systems (portable) muzzles (assorted sizes) Polaroid 600 camera and film Post-It-Notes (3" squares) printer cartridges (Hewlett Packard numbers 56 and 57) Sharpie pens (black and red - fine and wide point) shipping labels tags (card stock - wire twist on one end - 4-3/4" x 2-3/8") spot lights that plug into automobile cigarette lighters staples (heavy duty - for tacking up flyers) staplers (heavy duty - for tacking up flyers) surgical gloves (disposable) tarps (assorted sizes) weather alert radios (portable - hand held) Zip Lock bags (extra large size) Before sending any equipment or supplies, contact us first. We have a storage facility in each of our eight regions. When you call we will let you know where your donation is most needed. They said not to donate dog food -Because of expiration concerns Noah's Wish does not stock pile food. They also are in need of: Animal Stretcher - used to transport injured animals. The Ketch All Pole - used to capture and control aggressive dogs. Gasoline Gift Cards - it takes at least 2 hours in line to get to the few pumps that area available and more - view other items at: http://www.animalconcerns.org/extern...0732300.560703 I thought that maybe if members wanted to help - they could and know how to help. Thanks, T. |
09-03-2005, 07:18 AM | #4 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada
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| Thank you very much for the post . Shelters around here are contacting them and will organize to send some of the items they need . |
09-03-2005, 07:20 AM | #5 |
Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member | WOW !! THANK YOU ! I went and donated dog and cat FOOD and took some things from home 2 days ago - If I had this list I could have brought more - I think I can find lots of that in my house - THANK YOU FOR THIS - There are MANY drop off places in Houston - I don't know about other states - but here in Texas we can really help - For those of us who just don't have extra $$$ - like me...this is a great way to help - many of us have these items in our homes. This is a GREAT post Topknot |
09-03-2005, 11:11 AM | #6 |
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| Greats posts, topknot! I also have seen (at Petco) that they are accepting your leftover change (if you pay cash) or donations for the hurricane relief effort. Every little bit can help! |
09-03-2005, 11:19 AM | #7 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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| Oh thats great to know Fasteddie! I am getting ready to go to petco so I can donate while im there.
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09-04-2005, 10:25 AM | #8 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: GA
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| AKC now has a link on their web site where people can help put the Hurricane victims and donate. http://www.akc.org T. |
09-04-2005, 01:50 PM | #9 |
Mommy to 3 Princesses Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: DFW Texas
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| Thank you so much for posting this info. It is very helpful .
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09-05-2005, 03:24 PM | #10 |
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| Thanks Topknot!! I am hearing that Cash is the best way to donate but if you don't have the cash to spare then it is great to have that list of items you may have at home that you can contribute. This is a worthy cause and I feel so sorry for those poor helpless animals and am so glad to hear that there are people helping out. |
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