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9/20/06: Where Are The Lost Animals Of Katrina?
ANIMAL ISSUE OF THE WEEK
IN THIS ALERT:
1. SMALL BITES
SOS From NOLA: Food/Water Vols Still Needed
Feeders * Warehouse Workers * Phone Workers * Computer Workers * TNR Trappers
IF YOU CAN HELP, REPLY TO: Traci Kestler: tbkestler@aol.com, 504-975-5971 The animals in N.O. desperately need food and water. I am getting reports of
dehydration and starvation deaths... I NEED HELP WITH GETTING FOOD AND WATER
TO THE ANIMALS only one day per month, 12 DAYS PER YEAR, not even full days.
52 Acres For Hopeful Haven Equine Rescue!
Hopeful Haven Equine Rescue (HHERO) were true heroes to the horses, cows and other farmed animals in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. In weekend convoys that lasted until March 4, they brought feed, hay and hope to rural areas where pasture lands had been ravaged in a hurricane surge 28 miles inland. Some spots became watery graves for animals, but HHERO convoys came with supplies for ranchers to keep surviving animals alive... Hopeful Haven was really blessed today. We were donated 52 ACRES! of land to use for the next few years as a facility for Hopeful Haven Equine Rescue. The land is right down the road from my house. We will be able to have all the horses in one facility, do adoption days and have programs in due time! ...This is going to benefit him as a tax break, and us as a much needed answer to a lot of problems. Amen! Even though this land is a temporary solution to our problems, we will still in the meantime, be able to work on $$$ to buy land, and who knows, this may be the land we are able to buy... HOPEFUL HAVEN MISSION: We are an all volunteer organization that is solely dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of unwanted, neglected and abused equines in the state of Louisiana. We do this by accepting unwanted horses from individuals, purchasing horses from auctions, assisting law enforcement by means of providing a safe haven for the horse until further notice. We accept all cruelty, neglect and seizure cases regardless of the situation. Those that would like to donate their horses must meet certain criteria based on the ability of the equine to be placed due to our limitation of foster homes and funds. TO DONATE TO HHERO, VISIT: http://www.hopefulhaven.com/contact.html Debra Barlow, President & Animal Cruelty Investigator
Creating A Hurricane Plan – Online Source
Go to http://www.onestorm.org for details on 4 key steps. Creating a hurricane preparedness plan for your family takes about 20 minutes and can be completed all at once, or across multiple visits. There are 4 key steps in the planning process: Members and Needs - Add locations to your plan and identify how you'll address the needs of family members and pets. Planning To Stay - Prepare for weathering a storm at home by creating a shopping list of food, heath and safety items. Planning To Go - Plan for a possible evacuation by identifying shelters, your evacuation zone and items to take with you. Review & Print - Print a report containing your family's action plan, contact information, shopping list, and evacuation details. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- File Reports & Check For Missing/Found Hurricane Animals:
2. HELP Pia & Luna: ARNO Cofounder’s Katrina Dog Struck By Car
REPLY TO: Viv Edmondson: 310-714-4960, bigfilesforviv@hotmail.com 9/19/06: Yesterday evening, Pia Salk's two dogs from New Orleans somehow escaped her backyard in Santa Monica. Fortunately, Sweetie (a really nice Pittie girl whose ears were likely cut with scissors) was lured back by a neighbor, but Luna (the small Lab mix who was feral, probably before the hurricane) was not so lucky. She was scared and attempted to cross Pico Blvd, where she was hit by a car. A caring passerby saw her lying on the road and immediately rushed her to Brentwood Pet Hospital, where Luna was treated by the wonderful Dr. Bob Olds. ...Luna's pelvis is fractured, one of her canines is fractured (her little mouth was bleeding), and most frighteningly, Luna had trouble breathing due to blood in her lungs. She was panting heavily and Dr. Olds recommended transferring her to ASEC for 24-hour emergency care.  Luna, before accident Pia and I took Luna to ASEC where Dr. Todd Horowitz immediately began work on her. After what seemed like hours, he came out to and gave us the bad news. He said Luna would need chest tubes to help her breathe. She was in an oxygen chamber and the area just outside her lungs was filling with air more rapidly than they could let it out. (Sorry if I'm not explaining this right... just a layman.) From what I understood, Luna's lung capacity was gravely reduced and she needed surgery ASAP. Pia gave the vet authorization and we went home feeling defeated, helpless, scared, and worried. This sweetheart of a dog has been through so, so much. She was probably 'nobody's dog' before Katrina hit and it was only because of the dedicated rescuers who went to New Orleans after Katrina that she was even rescued. Pia took time off work to go down to New Orleans to help and when she saw Luna, she fell in love. And this is how special Pia is... Pia wasn't even able to touch Luna for the first three months, but she was devoted and committed to her. Luna was so feral and scared she couldn't trust anyone or have any contact with humans. Fortunately, with Pia's patience, Luna came around and now, nearly a year after her rescue, Pia is able to cuddle with Luna and love her as much as she loves her other animals. Pia cannot afford the huge vet bills [which may be as high as 7-10k] so I'm asking for your help in raising money for Luna. Pia was out of work for a while and just recently got a job. But this is a woman who has worked tirelessly for the animals and I absolutely want to help her and Luna. If you can spare even just $5, I'd be so grateful. The bill at ASEC is unknown at this time but we were required to leave a deposit of $1800 last night. It's going to be really high (much more than $1800, I'm afraid) and although I don't know how we're going to raise enough money to cover it, I'm hoping that the rescue community will come together to be as amazing and generous as it's always been. And as rescuers do, I'm asking you to please blast, cross-post, and network this plea for sweet Luna. PLEASE DONATE ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN:
I'm crying as I write this because it hurt me so much to see Luna in her condition. I had just seen her earlier that day and she had even allowed me to pet her head. Poor Sweetie the Pittie is devastated, too. When I took Pia home last night, Sweetie seemed to be pacing around Pia's apartment looking for her canine sister. Luna was able to trust Sweetie and other dogs way before she was able to trust humans. They have such a strong bond. Luna just has to pull through because she's so needed and loved.
THANK YOU AGAIN FOR YOUR GENEROSITY. I appreciate this more than I can convey... Please keep Luna, Sweetie, and Pia in your thoughts. P.S. Pia doesn't know I'm doing this so I don't have her permission to include her address. If you want to personally express your well wishes and concern, please call or email me for her number. REPLY TO: Viv Edmondson: 310-714-4960, bigfilesforviv@hotmail.com
REPLY TO: Kristen Johnson 203-494-8734, 203-484-0604 or krisjohnson@snet.net
 Daisy Mae is a sweet, gentle 8 or 9 year old female, spayed Treeing Walker Coonhound. This 50 lb. girl was rescued, along with her 7 newborn puppies and their dad, from the Waveland Animal Shelter in Waveland, Mississippi. The whole family contracted a skin condition, and both Daisy and the dad had heartworm. They were successfully treated for their skin condition and the heartworm. Daisy was used for breeding her whole life, so this soft-hearted mellow lady is looking forward to a comfortable, gentle home to live out a low-key lifestyle with a loving family. Two of Daisy Mae's puppies are also still looking for a loving homes. They are 9 months old and just as beautiful as their mom! Please open your heart and home to one of these deserving souls. Transportation will be provided on both Walker and Daisy Mae. CONTACT: Kristen Johnson 203-494-8734, 203-484-0604 or krisjohnson@snet.net for more information, more pictures or to meet Walker or Daisy Mae. 4. Where Are These Lost Dogs Of Katrina?
REQUEST Microsoft Word poster for you to make copies to post at vets, animal clinics, etc: A L Hinkle <alhinkle@sbcglobal.net>
LUCKY & NEMO’S STORY: Ned Gonzales, a N.O. policeman who reported for duty at the Superdome, is still searching for Lucky and her companion Nemo. Ned did not leave his dogs behind. He stayed throughout the hurricane to serve the City... Only to return to his New Orleans home at 125 22nd St. in the Lakeview area and find his two dogs missing. All evidence indicates Lucky and Nemo were rescued between 9/11-9/18, but no message was left to indicate who took the dogs. While on police duty, Ned asked two rescue organizations to retrieve the dogs, but those organizations have no record of Lucky or Nemo. The only pictures he has of his precious pets got wet in the flood. That is why the pictures here of Lucky and Nemo are not very clear. Lucky’s website: http://www.lostkatrinapets.com/lucky/index.html REPLY TO: Anyone with information (no matter how small) on Lucky/Nemo or any dogs who match their description, email: lostkatrinadog@aol.com LUCKY/NEMO GUARDIAN, NED GONZALES: 504-432-7141 or 985-764-9674 or 504
736-5031 or email Ned Gonzales, DOMANDTAB@JUNO.COM MILO’S STORY: Frank Carollo evacuated his home in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana with his wife, daughter, newborn baby, in-laws and two dogs. There was no room in the vehicle for Milo, their 6-year old Jack Russell Terrier. Milo was the toughest and smartest of their dogs, so the family decided to let Milo stay with Frank’s brother in Arabi, Louisiana. When Katrina hit, Frank’s brother was called to duty with the Louisiana National Guard and had no choice but to leave Milo at home. Milo had a doggie door out of the house, and Katrina blew down the 6-foot fence surrounding the yard. Construction crews have now cleared all debris from the house and have not found Milo’s body. Milo was a tough little terrier and an excellent swimmer; Frank Carollo is certain that Milo made it out alive. The Carollo’s search for Milo has been filled with many heartbreaking episodes, but they are not giving up... Frank works for the U.S. Navy. The family’s home in St. Bernard Parish was completely destroyed. The Carollo's lost everything, but just want Milo to come home. Despite their losses the Carollo's are offering a $1,000 reward for Milo’s return. Milo’s website: http://www.lostkatrinapets.com/milo/index.html REPLY TO: If you’ve seen Milo at any time since Katrina, contact: noanimalleftbehind@gmail.com
MAX’S STORY: Two dogs were rescued on Sept. 8 from 827 2nd St. One was found at Lamar-Dixon on September 12. Max was not there. The owners searched all the barns and were told to come back in a few days, which they did. Still no sign of Max. It is a fact that Max was taken to Lamar-Dixon, for his owner found a photograph of him that was taken there (PHOTO ON RIGHT, ABOVE) Max’s website: http://www.lostkatrinapets.com/maxjrt/index.html REPLY TO: If you’ve seen Max at any time since Katrina, contact: kaydias2003@netzero.net or katrinasangels@comcast.net CONTACT MAX’S MOM: With ANY info no matter how small you think it may be! glenda.smith@cox.net or 504-913-8971
5. Cruelty In Mississippi - Horse In Desperate Need
Teresa Baker <tbakerarno@yahoo.com> writes, 9/9/06: My friend Gina lives rural MS and the next door neighbor bought a horse in an auction. This horse is in desperate need of help. The auction sticker from last year is still stuck on him and slid down his rump and is stuck in his hair. Gina tried to get it out. Gina has called numerous orgs for help but no one replies. She said he is starving with cracked feet and wire caught in one hoof. Gina brings him food everyday but he is so underweight he can't eat much. TO HELP GINA HELP THIS HORSE, CONTACT:
Gina needs to know who she can call to report of cruelty to a horse. PLEASE ADVISE WHO SHE CAN CALL OR FORWARD TO WHO YOU BELIEVE CAN HELP. Here is Gina's story, 9/4/06, Jack the horse: Poor Jack, I hope you can send him some help. He has been in pasture for about 4 weeks now, is about a 1-2 on the scale, cracked and broken hooves, thick wire bracket stuck on his back foot, and an infection in he right ear. I have never seen anyone out there to give him food or attention. He still has the auction sticker on his rump! Let me know if anyone can come here to see him. I'm home by 2:30 Mon-Thu. Gina TO HELP GINA HELP THIS HORSE, CONTACT:
6. Tammy Grimes Update: Vet Says Doogie Is Victim Of Abuse
Tammy Grimes, Gulf Coast rescuer & Dogs Deserve Better founder, was arrested because she saved a severely abused, chained, and dying dog. The preliminary hearing for Tammy Grimes (founder of Dogs Deserve Better and rescuer in the Gulf Coast) is Thursday, September 21, 2006. If you have concerns about this case, or possible means to help Tammy/Doogie financially or legally, you may contact her directly: 814-941-7447 or tammy@dogsdeservebetter.org Veterinarian says Jake was abused, 9/16/06
A veterinarian didn't hesitate when asked a question about a dog he treated Monday. Based on his experience and to a reasonable degree of veterinary certainty, was Jake neglected or abused? "Oh, yes. Yes. Definitely yes," Dr. Nour Hassane of the Veterinary Hospital of Altoona said Friday. "It was like somebody doesn't care about this dog or was very busy and didn't keep up with the dog." The dog, called Jake by its owners and Doogie by the founder of a dog protection organization, is at the center of a criminal case. The dog's owners have not been charged with a crime. Steve and Lori Arnold deny abusing or neglecting Jake. They say the 19-year-old German shepherd/black labrador mix suffered from arthritis and was given aspirin periodically for pain. The only charges have been filed against Dogs Deserve Better founder Tammy Sneath Grimes. She is charged with stealing the dog. She has refused to give the dog back, police said. Grimes says she took the dog to keep it from dying. It had laid on the ground for three days before Grimes came to Freedom Township at a neighbor's request. Jake was dehydrated, malnourished and weak, Hassane said. The dog's spine and hips had deformities. "You can see the skin but you can't feel the muscles. He couldn't stand on his four feet. I tried to help him stand on his back legs, but he would fall back down," Hassane said. Freedom Township police have no evidence that the dog was abused; they haven't been able to see the dog, Police Chief John Reilly said. "We probably could do something but it would be very hard to prove because I don't have the dog. I can't even get the medical records. We are basically at a standstill," Reilly said. Neglect or abuse is at the heart of Pennsylvania's cruelty to animals law. It is a summary offense punishable by a fine no more than $750, up to 90 days in jail or both. Neglect is failure to provide necessary vet care, shelter, water or food, said Humane Officer Tina Walter of the Humane Society of Lackawanna County. "In a neglect case, we usually have to give a warning unless the dog is in imminent danger. It's very difficult to fight in these cases unless we have a warning," Walter said. In Jake's case, police and the Central Pennsylvania Humane Society say they had no abuse complaints about the dog before Monday's incident. A neighbor says she called the society twice - Saturday and Monday - without results. A society spokesman said a complaint was received over the weekend but couldn't be substantiated because of a lack of a specific address. Issuing warnings or citations isn't the normal first step in dog cases; educating the owner is. "People may not know or understand what they need to do. Common sense is not so common. I had a woman whose dog was outside in 90-degree heat without shelter or water; she didn't think it was wrong," Humane Officer Joanne Smith of the Elk County Humane Society said. Pennsylvania's Dog Law does not cover abuse or neglect issues. The law's focus is on licensing, rabies vaccinations and kennels, state Agriculture Department spokesman Chris Ryder said. "It's a local issue, a police or SPCA/humane society matter," Ryder said. State dog wardens work with police or humane officers on neglect or abuse
issues. "But we don't have the authority to cite," Ryder said.
Update & Thanks From Tammy Grimes DOOGIE, EIGHT DAYS LATER... A testament to the neglect this poor dog endured before being rescued by an Angel! Imagine what can happen with a little vet care, some water, food, love, medication, and attention! There's no voices to protect the innocent: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCzbtQ7unp8#GU5U2spHI_4 Tammy S. Grimes, Founder, Dogs Deserve Better 9/18/06 -- Thanks to everyone at Awareness Day and Woofstock for their support! I spoke to a lot of legal experts plus two great humane officers (I should have got your card, can you please call me at 814-941-7447?) who said they would absolutely prosecute the Arnolds for abuse given all the evidence. Our Action Call is therefore to keep up the pressure on the humane officer to get the cruelty investigation rolling: Central Pennsylvania Humane Society
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7. Remote Reunion Campaign: Animals Lost In System
Remote Reunion Campaign: http://www.arches.uga.edu/~rrhudy/bfrr/
Questions/comments concerning the Remote Reunion Campaign,
To add pets to “FOUND” section or website-related issues,
JASMINE - LOST IN THE SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION: Jasmine is a purebred chow (red/tan/cinnamon) with some white on her muzzle and a tail that curls and lays on her back. She's on the small side - about 22" at the shoulder. She has a problem with hotspots and was probably found with some bare spots around her buttocks and back legs, but in the cooler months she doesn't have them. She tends to be reserved - not outgoing, and she may be a little cranky - loves to growl but does not bite. LAST SEEN: Jasmine's owners were forced to leave her behind at the Superdome on September 2, 2005 with another dog (recently reunited). Jasmine was tied up with a reddish/orange collar and a chain leash at the Superdome (Orleans Parish). No tags or chips. The owners were forced to leave both their dogs behind with dozens of other dogs, as FEMA wouldn't transfer them. Her human dad was assured she’d be well cared for. That was the last time he saw her. One of the dogs went to Los Angeles, California with a group called "New Leash on Life", who say they did not receive Jasmine. CONTACT: Anita Marie Rutz, DogMom@truevine.net LITTLE TOMMY -- FOUND
DESCRIPTION: Little Tommy is a male tabby and white mix. He started out his life in New Orleans shortly before Hurricane Katrina hit. He is about two years old now and very affectionate. Tommy does not like being held but he does enjoy being groomed and stroked and has always fit in with any of the other rescued cats that he has been housed with. Tommy has always enjoyed excellent health and is quite the talker. Little Tommy came from the animal shelter in Tangipahoa Parish (near Hammond, LA) on either 9/15 or 9/19. Tommy currently resides at the Cedar Forest Cat Ranch, Inc. in Austin, TX. CONTACT: Cedar Forest Cat Ranch
NANA -- FOUND
DESCRIPTION: Nana is a shy black Lab / Spaniel(?) mix who had puppies while she was still in Louisiana. FOUND: Taken to Putnam Humane on 2/17. She was originally rescued 11/15 when found running with a pack of 5 or 6 dogs. CONTACT: Michele Dugan, Putnam County Humane Society
NANA -- ANGELICA
DESCRIPTION: She is white with gray markings. Her legs are all white. She has small eyes and is very affectionate. She appears to be healthy and well behaved. FOUND: Angelica walked up to the rescue van at Read and Crowder Roads at Lake Castle School in Northeast New Orleans (Orleans Parish). CONTACT: Marci LaFramboise, Friends of MI Animals Rescue
VIEW MORE DOGS LOST IN THE SYSTEM: http://www.arches.uga.edu/~rrhudy/bfrr/dogs.html VIEW MORE CATS LOST IN THE SYSTEM: http://www.arches.uga.edu/~rrhudy/bfrr/cats.html VIEW MORE FOUND PETS: http://rrhudy.myweb.uga.edu/bfrr/found.html 8. Pet Transport Exercise to Ensure Safe Evacuation of Pets
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA – 9/12/06: In preparation for what could be the largest planned pet evacuation ever undertaken, LA Emergency Support Function-11 public and private partners staged a mock pet evacuation exercise at Dixon Correctional Institute in Jackson and at East Baton Rouge Animal Control Center. The cooperative effort focused on staging, loading and securing transport vehicles to ensure pets can be safely moved to shelters during an emergency. Non-profit humane organizations LA/SPCA (www.la-spca.org), MuttShack (www.muttshack.org) and International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW, www.ifaw.org) provided transport vehicles, support personnel and technical expertise for the exercise. Kennels were measured, placed and secured in several types of transport vehicles that will be used for evacuation. The number, placement and configuration of kennels were evaluated for safety and efficiency. Events were videotaped so “Standard Operating Procedures” can be produced and distributed to pet evacuation officials throughout Louisiana and the nation. Heat stress is a major concern when transporting pets long distances. Veterinarians from the USDA’s Animal Care team provided infrared thermometers and monitored air temperatures in the transport vehicles during loading and transport. Animal Health Services officials from the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry were on hand fulfilling part of their role as lead state agency for animal care and agriculture during a disaster.
“By establishing a comprehensive evacuation, rescue and shelter plan, Louisiana now leads the nation in caring for pets before, during and after a disaster,” Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry Bob Odom said. “The expertise of all the groups involved in this drill and the entire process will ensure the safety and well-being of Louisiana’s animal population. I commend their efforts to practice and re-evaluate before a disaster strikes.” FEMA Special Liaison for Animal Issues at the Baton Rouge Joint Field Office, Captain Stephanie Ostrowski, DVM, agrees. “Formal integration of federal and state plans and resources to support pet evacuation and sheltering is a new concept. This exercise is an important first step in cooperative planning.” Department of Corrections inmates at DCI pre-assembled and labeled transport kennels for the exercise. In a true emergency, Corrections has volunteered to perform this function as well as to house up to 2,000 pets of disabled, elderly and special needs residents. Following the kennel configuration exercise, the team traveled to Baton Rouge, where adoptable pets at East Baton Rouge Animal Control Center served as volunteers for a mock drill of a parish pick-up point. Parish pick-up points are designated locations in coastal parishes where citizens requiring assisted evacuation can assemble. Their pets can be safely evacuated by animal officials at the same time, reducing the chances they will be lost. “Pet ownership is a responsibility, and families should include pets in their evacuation plans. But when people have no other option for evacuation, hopefully this will prevent them from leaving their pets behind,” said Hilton Cole, Director of the EBR Animal Control Center. “Owners should place identification tags on their pet’s collar and bring proof of rabies vaccination to pick-up points,” Cole also recommended. The pet transportation exercise was coordinated by the U. S. Department of Homeland Security, the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry and the Louisiana State Animal Response Team, a volunteer organization charged by the Department of Agriculture & Forestry with facilitating pet evacuation and shelter as an ESF-11 partner. Dr. Renee Poirrier, a Louisiana veterinarian and LSART team leader, summed up the exercise by saying, “This drill exemplifies the cooperative effort between partners at the federal, state and local level necessary to ensure that pets are safely evacuated. And when pets are evacuated, more people will evacuate. That’s the bottom line.” MuttShack Animal Rescue is recruiting volunteers. For more information please contact http://www.muttshack.org/Animal_Rescue_Certification.htm To assist further please go to http://www.muttshack.org/donations.htm 9. Animal Sightings, Animal Missing Maps
*Photos linked to yepitsme770's flickr pages:
Sections B/C ARNO Animal Sightings (Chalmette)
LOST/FOUND ANIMALS IN OTHER ARNO FOOD/WATER SECTIONS http://www.zzcat.com/katrina/ARNO_maps/roaming_pets.htm Section 10 ARNO Animal Sightings
LAKEVIEW AREA MAP is the most active and updated regularly. (Shows both
missing and sighted): Other Maps
Previous PDF Maps http://www.zzcat.com/katrina/ARNO_maps/roaming_pets.ht 10. Relocated Katrina Animals Homeless Again
By ANDREA LEVENE, Herald Staff Writer, 9/15/06: The dogs rescued from Hurricane Katrina devastation and sheltered in Fredon will lose their home again. After 22 years of being a haven for homeless and unwanted dogs and cats, Animal Rescue Services in Fredon will be closing its doors for good in the near future. Owner Eleanor Miller said Wednesday that due to a lack of funding, volunteers and interest from the public, the shelter can no longer operate. "It was a very good thing for the community," she said. "But the community did not support it." Miller will be holding tag sales for fundraisers so she can pay the shelter's expenses and close it, she said. The shelter, located on Route 94, is home to at least 32 dogs that were rescued from the Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina. The dogs were moved to the shelter in January, after being kept at the Sussex County Fair Grounds. Karen Dashfield, the veterinarian who takes care of the dogs, said she will continue to care for them even if the shelter closes. "We will not be getting rid of the dogs," she said. "I don't know where we'll go. This was supposed to be a temporary shelter. We're working our hearts out to get the dogs adopted." Miller said she can't continue to run the shelter due to a lack of funds and hoped Dashfield would find homes for the dogs before the closing. Animal Rescue Services was the first non-profit, no-kill animal shelter in the county. Miller said she will continue to promote animal-rights issues and advocate for laws that regulate dog breeders. She said she was frustrated with the response from the community and lack of support. "I wanted to do something good," she said. "I wanted to help animals. But I have to give it up." For years Miller has run the shelter with a few volunteers and donations from the public — spending her own money when it was needed to keep the venture going. "I've sacrificed so much and I don't mind," she said. "But I can't keep doing this." Dashfield, who said she was concerned about having to relocate the Gulf Coast dogs again, said she and volunteers are attempting to reunite the dogs with their families or get them placed in a safe home. "We're not just going to transfer them to other shelters," Dashfield said. "They'll get the best care." Dashfield added that many of the dogs remain at the shelter because of their sizes and breeds and because people often look for a certain type of dog when they are adopting. She said many of the dogs have not been reunited with their owners because their owners do not know where they are, or are still living in trailers. "A lot of people figured they would be back in a few days," she said. "Or they knew people would stay behind to loot and thought the dog could protect their homes. When they returned some didn't know where to start looking." Miller, who said she has been working in animal rescue for more than 35 years, hopes that the dogs will be adopted soon. "A lot of them have been through so much," she said. "It's a shame." She said the shelter will relocate the few cats still remaining after Dashfield's dogs are removed. She intends to have the land preserved in the future. "I don't regret doing it," she said. "I'm happy that I helped the ones I did place in good homes."
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