The Humane Society is urging people to write the president and other officials to tell them to allow state and federal agencies to help in rescuing animals.
http://www.hsus.org/
If you are interested, please go to the website to find the necessary email addresses. You can call by phone as well.
Animals in New Orleans
The problem is that the area is so large that they can't get to all of them. Animals are lireally starving to death trapped in houses, on balconies, and rooftops. Since resue has now turned primarilly to recovery for state and federal agencies, the animal resuce groups would like them to assist in saving animals as well.
"Time is running out for Katrina's animal victims. Please call these federal and state government officials today and ask them to help rescue animals before it is too late."
HSUS website
They say calling is best, but emails are also helpful.
"Time is running out for Katrina's animal victims. Please call these federal and state government officials today and ask them to help rescue animals before it is too late."
HSUS website
They say calling is best, but emails are also helpful.
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I knew the rescuers were starting to become overwhelmed down there. 
I donated to the ASPCA after the that first week Katrina hit. If I was able to leave my job for a few weeks then I would definately volunteer through the ASPCA website to go down there. I hope to make another donation to them by next week. I feel so sad for those helpless animals down there.
I received an email from the ASPCA that I write and call the government over saving horses from unnecessary slaughters do to them being 'disposable' when they get old and useless. I haven't received one yet purtaining to the info you received. Maybe I can catch it at the site.
I donated to the ASPCA after the that first week Katrina hit. If I was able to leave my job for a few weeks then I would definately volunteer through the ASPCA website to go down there. I hope to make another donation to them by next week. I feel so sad for those helpless animals down there.
I received an email from the ASPCA that I write and call the government over saving horses from unnecessary slaughters do to them being 'disposable' when they get old and useless.
I haven't received one yet purtaining to the info you received. Maybe I can catch it at the site.-
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Hope you guys don't mind me posting the info from this email that I just received yesterday:
MORNING UPDATE, SEPTEMBER 16
RESCUE UPDATE
To date, more than three thousand animals have been rescued; 775 were admitted to the Lamar-Dixon staging area on Tuesday. More good news--the majority of the pets appear to be in good shape.
Identifying animals is still a slow process. Teams from Petfinder.com are photographing all incoming pets, while database experts are working feverishly on systems that can match addresses of found animals to reports that have been submitted. As photos are downloaded, more pet descriptions will contain accompanying pictures, which should help people search for lost pets.
ASPCA ADDRESSES MORE RUMORS
As misinformation about rescue efforts continue to circulate, we’ll keep you updated with the facts. You can also read our Katrina FAQ for additional information.
The Rumor: Animals are being euthanized at Lamar-Dixon, the staging area for animals in Gonzales, LA.
The Facts: Rebecca Rhoades, D.V.M., executive director of the Kauai, Hawaii, Humane Society and an HSUS consultant, is in charge of euthanasia procedures and protocol. There have been significant problems with aggressive animals—most of them fighting dogs—but to date, less than 150 animals have been euthanized for extreme aggression or serious health issues.
The Rumor: No animals are being released from Lamar-Dixon.
The Facts: Hundreds of animals have been transferred from Lamar-Dixon to other shelters to make room for incoming animals. These shelters include the Houston SPCA, Calcasieu Parish Animal Service in Lake Charles, Novato, CA-based Marin Humane Society and the Humane Society of Broward County in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. A total of 290 animals were transferred from Lamar-Dixon on Wednesday, September 14, and shelter workers hoped to move out 500 more today. The strategy is to keep Lamar-Dixon at “zero population growth,” balancing the numbers of animals coming in with those going out.
The Rumor: Thousands of dogs, cats, goats, horses, cows, etc. are dropping dead or stumbling around in Plaquemine Parish.
The Facts: VMAT teams and LSU groups in Plaquemine Parish, along with rescue groups from surrounding parishes, are delivering food and relocating some animals.
TRANSPORT RESTRICTIONS LIFTED
The Louisiana Attorney General lifted restrictions on unclaimed animals being allowed to leave the state. Animals, including those with ID, are no longer banned from being transported out if necessary to make room for incoming animals at Lamar-Dixon. However, officials at Lamar-Dixon have elected to keep animals with rabies tags or other ID in the state to make it easier for owners to reclaim them. Animals not claimed by October 16 will be placed up for adoption.
SENATORS CALL FOR FEDERAL AID FOR ANIMALS
Senators John Ensign (R-NV and a veterinarian) and Rick Santorum (R-PA) have asked President Bush for federal action to assist in animal rescue efforts. They will hold a press conference in Baton Rouge on Monday; the ASPCA will be in attendance. You can read the senators’ letter at ASPCA.org.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TV SPECIAL IN THE WORKS
The ASPCA, already featured on numerous national and local media outlets for its efforts in helping animals displaced by Hurricane Katrina, will be part of a National Geographic television documentary being filmed this weekend. TV crews will accompany ASPCA rescue teams in the field. Stay tuned for an air date!
LOST AND FOUND
Lanie Anton, National Outreach Internet manager for the ASPCA, reports a happy reunion for Toby, a 7-year-old beige male cat found by rescuers in Chalmette, LA. Toby’s owner, who registered the missing cat on Petfinder.com, had these words of thanks:
“I had reported Toby missing…under the left/lost pets, but thanks to the lovely angels at the Lamar-Dixon Livestock Facility…he has been found. He is being brought to a vet clinic in Baton Rouge by members of my family. I can't thank the people who are doing rescues enough...words cannot express how I feel…”
MORE HAPPY TALES (& TAILS)
While reunions between pets and owners have so far been few and far between, Todd Cramer, ASPCA shelter manager for New York and New Jersey, reports a happy reunion at Lamar-Dixon of a yellow Lab and his owner. The dog, already loaded in a carrier and being readied for transport, was recognized by an animal handler, who pulled him off the truck. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!
MORNING UPDATE, SEPTEMBER 16
RESCUE UPDATE
To date, more than three thousand animals have been rescued; 775 were admitted to the Lamar-Dixon staging area on Tuesday. More good news--the majority of the pets appear to be in good shape.
Identifying animals is still a slow process. Teams from Petfinder.com are photographing all incoming pets, while database experts are working feverishly on systems that can match addresses of found animals to reports that have been submitted. As photos are downloaded, more pet descriptions will contain accompanying pictures, which should help people search for lost pets.
ASPCA ADDRESSES MORE RUMORS
As misinformation about rescue efforts continue to circulate, we’ll keep you updated with the facts. You can also read our Katrina FAQ for additional information.
The Rumor: Animals are being euthanized at Lamar-Dixon, the staging area for animals in Gonzales, LA.
The Facts: Rebecca Rhoades, D.V.M., executive director of the Kauai, Hawaii, Humane Society and an HSUS consultant, is in charge of euthanasia procedures and protocol. There have been significant problems with aggressive animals—most of them fighting dogs—but to date, less than 150 animals have been euthanized for extreme aggression or serious health issues.
The Rumor: No animals are being released from Lamar-Dixon.
The Facts: Hundreds of animals have been transferred from Lamar-Dixon to other shelters to make room for incoming animals. These shelters include the Houston SPCA, Calcasieu Parish Animal Service in Lake Charles, Novato, CA-based Marin Humane Society and the Humane Society of Broward County in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. A total of 290 animals were transferred from Lamar-Dixon on Wednesday, September 14, and shelter workers hoped to move out 500 more today. The strategy is to keep Lamar-Dixon at “zero population growth,” balancing the numbers of animals coming in with those going out.
The Rumor: Thousands of dogs, cats, goats, horses, cows, etc. are dropping dead or stumbling around in Plaquemine Parish.
The Facts: VMAT teams and LSU groups in Plaquemine Parish, along with rescue groups from surrounding parishes, are delivering food and relocating some animals.
TRANSPORT RESTRICTIONS LIFTED
The Louisiana Attorney General lifted restrictions on unclaimed animals being allowed to leave the state. Animals, including those with ID, are no longer banned from being transported out if necessary to make room for incoming animals at Lamar-Dixon. However, officials at Lamar-Dixon have elected to keep animals with rabies tags or other ID in the state to make it easier for owners to reclaim them. Animals not claimed by October 16 will be placed up for adoption.
SENATORS CALL FOR FEDERAL AID FOR ANIMALS
Senators John Ensign (R-NV and a veterinarian) and Rick Santorum (R-PA) have asked President Bush for federal action to assist in animal rescue efforts. They will hold a press conference in Baton Rouge on Monday; the ASPCA will be in attendance. You can read the senators’ letter at ASPCA.org.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TV SPECIAL IN THE WORKS
The ASPCA, already featured on numerous national and local media outlets for its efforts in helping animals displaced by Hurricane Katrina, will be part of a National Geographic television documentary being filmed this weekend. TV crews will accompany ASPCA rescue teams in the field. Stay tuned for an air date!
LOST AND FOUND
Lanie Anton, National Outreach Internet manager for the ASPCA, reports a happy reunion for Toby, a 7-year-old beige male cat found by rescuers in Chalmette, LA. Toby’s owner, who registered the missing cat on Petfinder.com, had these words of thanks:
“I had reported Toby missing…under the left/lost pets, but thanks to the lovely angels at the Lamar-Dixon Livestock Facility…he has been found. He is being brought to a vet clinic in Baton Rouge by members of my family. I can't thank the people who are doing rescues enough...words cannot express how I feel…”
MORE HAPPY TALES (& TAILS)
While reunions between pets and owners have so far been few and far between, Todd Cramer, ASPCA shelter manager for New York and New Jersey, reports a happy reunion at Lamar-Dixon of a yellow Lab and his owner. The dog, already loaded in a carrier and being readied for transport, was recognized by an animal handler, who pulled him off the truck. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!
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