NicoMoon
10-26-2005, 08:52 AM
ANIMAL RESCUE NEW ORLEANS UPDATE:
October 24, 2005
Today was another incredible day...we rescued 20 dogs and 19 cats. One of the cats is a beautiful white, fluffy cat whose guardian died in the hurricane. A neighbor notified me that he saw the cat when he was there trying to salvage some of his belongings. This neighborhood was one of the hardest hit areas of the city and she was just hanging around the damaged house waiting...
She was so frightened after not having any human contact for over 7 weeks, that we had to trap her. Now she is safe and loved and will never have to worry about looking for food and water again.
We are quickly moving through the remaining addresses in our database and are preparing for our phase 2 of this rescue mission. There are lots of animals on the streets who need to be rescued. Most of these animals are incredibly frightened and run when they see a human. New Orleans, like most cities, has always had a stray animal problem, but clearly the hurricane has placed hundreds (if not thousands) of companion animals (who have guardians searching for them) on the streets. We will not turn our backs on those animals. Therefore, we must start trapping these animals. Once trapped most of these animals (with the exception of feral cats of course) quickly accept love and comfort from humans again. Last night, one of our rescuers was able to trap a dog who is part of a pack of 6-8. This pack has been running together for several weeks and will not let humans get anywhere near them.
One of the dogs is VERY pregnant and we fear she will give birth any second.
Last night we succeeded in trapping one of the dogs who we believe is the alpha. Once this dog was out of the trap and on a leash it was like he remembered "his old life". He rolled on his back and wanted his stomach rubbed. It was hard to believe that he was the same dog who was running away and barking at everyone! The fascinating end to this story was that once the other dogs saw the love and attention their buddy was getting they all came over to our rescuer!
Logistics:
The following is how phase 2 will work:
We will three key teams:
* Feed and Water: responsible for keeping the animals alive until they can be trapped. Does not require any experience or special skill...just a strong desire to help!
* Rescue: rescue animals who are called into our dispatch number as "animals in need". These teams will also comb the city and pick up any animals who are on the streets who come to them without being trapped. Animal handling experience necessary.
* Trapping team: This team will consist of Animal Control Officers, DVM's, vet techs or individuals who have experience with trapping dogs or cats.
These individuals will be encouraged to spend at least a week in New Orleans and will have their travel costs covered.
We hope to work with all national and local rescue groups who want to participate in this phase. We are fortunate to have secured a very experienced dog trapper from the west who will train some of our key people.
Best Friends Sanctuary has been unbelievably supportive in their desire to care for these animals, reunite them with their guardians and find homes for those whose guardians can no longer care for them. They informed us tonight that they will continue to keep the Tylertown, MI temporary shelter open to assist with our operation. Thank you Best Friends!! The animals of New Orleans are lucky to have you!
At this point, we are planning up to the end of November so make your travel arrangements accordingly. At that time we will reevaluate our situation.
Current needs:
Dry dog and cat food
Disposable lasagna trays or liter boxes (used for water on the streets) Large plastic dog crates small crates catch poles cat traps large dog traps Cans of mackerel for trapping cats snacks and drinks for our dedicated rescuers!
cat/dog gloves
car chalk for marking rescue vehicles
gift cards to gas stations
gift cards to Wal-Mart
monetary donations for vet care, spay neuter, etc.
We have changed our meeting place slightly. Instead of meeting in front of Southern Animal Foundation at 1823 Magazine, we are meeting at the corner of Magazine and Felicity by a closed company called Star Hair and Nails.
Southern Animal Foundation has been wonderful but we don't want to block their front door each morning. We still meet at 7:30 am each morning for assignments.
If you want to volunteer: Send your name, phone and email, type of team you wish to be on and your qualifications to Brenda and Kate at info@kinshipcircle.org (info@kinshipcircle.org). They are helping coordinate volunteers.
If you want to donate money or supplies: contact Pricilla at Pgargalis@yahoo.com (Pgargalis@yahoo.com)
Thank you for continuing to help us rescue the animals of new Orleans. Since October 1st (when HSUS was forced to close Lamar Dixon), we have rescued well over 300 animals! Each and every one of those animals is worth the time, energy and effort we have put into keeping this rescue mission going.
Thank you to everyone who has supported us.
By the way...the dog rescued out of the bathtub after being trapped for 7 weeks and the dog who was thrown outside with the trash are both doing well!
They are still in the animal hospital but are expected to make a full recovery.
Jane Garrison
Animalrescueneworleans.com
2294 Otranto Rd.
North Charleston, SC 29406
October 24, 2005
Today was another incredible day...we rescued 20 dogs and 19 cats. One of the cats is a beautiful white, fluffy cat whose guardian died in the hurricane. A neighbor notified me that he saw the cat when he was there trying to salvage some of his belongings. This neighborhood was one of the hardest hit areas of the city and she was just hanging around the damaged house waiting...
She was so frightened after not having any human contact for over 7 weeks, that we had to trap her. Now she is safe and loved and will never have to worry about looking for food and water again.
We are quickly moving through the remaining addresses in our database and are preparing for our phase 2 of this rescue mission. There are lots of animals on the streets who need to be rescued. Most of these animals are incredibly frightened and run when they see a human. New Orleans, like most cities, has always had a stray animal problem, but clearly the hurricane has placed hundreds (if not thousands) of companion animals (who have guardians searching for them) on the streets. We will not turn our backs on those animals. Therefore, we must start trapping these animals. Once trapped most of these animals (with the exception of feral cats of course) quickly accept love and comfort from humans again. Last night, one of our rescuers was able to trap a dog who is part of a pack of 6-8. This pack has been running together for several weeks and will not let humans get anywhere near them.
One of the dogs is VERY pregnant and we fear she will give birth any second.
Last night we succeeded in trapping one of the dogs who we believe is the alpha. Once this dog was out of the trap and on a leash it was like he remembered "his old life". He rolled on his back and wanted his stomach rubbed. It was hard to believe that he was the same dog who was running away and barking at everyone! The fascinating end to this story was that once the other dogs saw the love and attention their buddy was getting they all came over to our rescuer!
Logistics:
The following is how phase 2 will work:
We will three key teams:
* Feed and Water: responsible for keeping the animals alive until they can be trapped. Does not require any experience or special skill...just a strong desire to help!
* Rescue: rescue animals who are called into our dispatch number as "animals in need". These teams will also comb the city and pick up any animals who are on the streets who come to them without being trapped. Animal handling experience necessary.
* Trapping team: This team will consist of Animal Control Officers, DVM's, vet techs or individuals who have experience with trapping dogs or cats.
These individuals will be encouraged to spend at least a week in New Orleans and will have their travel costs covered.
We hope to work with all national and local rescue groups who want to participate in this phase. We are fortunate to have secured a very experienced dog trapper from the west who will train some of our key people.
Best Friends Sanctuary has been unbelievably supportive in their desire to care for these animals, reunite them with their guardians and find homes for those whose guardians can no longer care for them. They informed us tonight that they will continue to keep the Tylertown, MI temporary shelter open to assist with our operation. Thank you Best Friends!! The animals of New Orleans are lucky to have you!
At this point, we are planning up to the end of November so make your travel arrangements accordingly. At that time we will reevaluate our situation.
Current needs:
Dry dog and cat food
Disposable lasagna trays or liter boxes (used for water on the streets) Large plastic dog crates small crates catch poles cat traps large dog traps Cans of mackerel for trapping cats snacks and drinks for our dedicated rescuers!
cat/dog gloves
car chalk for marking rescue vehicles
gift cards to gas stations
gift cards to Wal-Mart
monetary donations for vet care, spay neuter, etc.
We have changed our meeting place slightly. Instead of meeting in front of Southern Animal Foundation at 1823 Magazine, we are meeting at the corner of Magazine and Felicity by a closed company called Star Hair and Nails.
Southern Animal Foundation has been wonderful but we don't want to block their front door each morning. We still meet at 7:30 am each morning for assignments.
If you want to volunteer: Send your name, phone and email, type of team you wish to be on and your qualifications to Brenda and Kate at info@kinshipcircle.org (info@kinshipcircle.org). They are helping coordinate volunteers.
If you want to donate money or supplies: contact Pricilla at Pgargalis@yahoo.com (Pgargalis@yahoo.com)
Thank you for continuing to help us rescue the animals of new Orleans. Since October 1st (when HSUS was forced to close Lamar Dixon), we have rescued well over 300 animals! Each and every one of those animals is worth the time, energy and effort we have put into keeping this rescue mission going.
Thank you to everyone who has supported us.
By the way...the dog rescued out of the bathtub after being trapped for 7 weeks and the dog who was thrown outside with the trash are both doing well!
They are still in the animal hospital but are expected to make a full recovery.
Jane Garrison
Animalrescueneworleans.com
2294 Otranto Rd.
North Charleston, SC 29406