NINA is available for adoption through Friends of Homeless Animals, www.foha.org -- (703) 385-0224. Hey! Im Nina, a sweet and petite little black and white youngster. Im full of energy and chock-a-block with affectionate-ness. Ooh, Im just so cute -- just look at all my adorable spots, and my face!! Oh my, have you ever seen anything sooooo adorable! Did I tell you yet that I just LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE to play! My favorite toys include feathers, laser toys, bugs, other cats tails, and you! Obviously you can tell by my photo that Im also an expert at video games. But wheres my guitar for Rock Band? I bet Id be fabulous at that game! Whats my Final Fantasy IV?—well, not final, but a four-pawed fantasy for sure? To find a loving forever home of my own! I can tell you I love other kitties, dogs, children and anyone else who crosses my path!! Let me add a little spice to your life! For more information on adopting NINA, please call 703-385-0224 or email adoptacat@foha.org
Friday, December 30, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
ADOPTED!! Beautiful Princess FAWN of FOHA in Northern Virginia!
FAWN is available for adoption through Friends of Homeless Animals, www.foha.org -- (703) 385-0224. Hi! I'm FAWN. Although my name is familiar to that of a baby deer, I'm not really a baby (probably about 1 year old) and I'm not a deer - though I am a "dear." I'm a very sweet girl named Fawn. Although I was rescued as a stray, I don't want to live outside like a deer - as deer tend to know, outdoor life is dangerous - can we say "cars"? No, I want to lounge around my forever home looking like my beautiful self - that's when I'm not playing or exploring. Feather toys, catnip mice that I can hunt down, and laser pointers are some of my favorite things, next to people and LOVE! I have the most beautiful, soft furr that you've ever felt, and I loved to be brushed and brushed. As much fur as I have, I keep it to myself and don't shed much at all. I'm very sweet and very anxious to meet you. Come let me love you, and win you over with these big doe eyes of mine! I'll be waiting for you!! For more information on adopting FAWN, please call 703-385-0224 or email adoptacat@foha.org
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Sunday, December 11, 2011
Last Chance Dogs Get a New Leash on Life
Millions of dogs are killed every year in shelters because there are no homes for them, they are unloved and unwanted. It's just beyond sad!
What people don't realize is that there is a huge glut of these unwanted dogs in the southern states but in many of the northern states there's actually a waiting list for available adoptable dogs.
The biggest reason for this is that in the north laws are stronger and more enforced when it comes to leash and licensing laws. Dogs are more routinely spayed and neutered so to keep the population down due to the accessibility and affordability. In the southern states these law are non-existent or unenforced and unaltered dogs run free leading to a population explosion of unwanted dogs and puppies that are routinely euthanized in shelters.
Many southern shelters have euthanasia rate of more than 90% and this includes healthy, adoptable dogs and puppies but there is just no one to adopt them.
To combat this horrible and unnecessary problem The PetSmart Charities' launched a program, called "Rescue Waggin" several years ago that to date has saved the lives of almost 20,000 dogs! They partner with shelters and rescues to move dogs from overpopulated areas to areas where dog population is down and all the dogs find loving and caring homes.
Our Solution
The Rescue Waggin' program was created by PetSmart Charities to help save the lives of homeless dogs and puppies through partnership and collaboration with local animal welfare agencies. The program also works to proactively reduce pet overpopulation in those areas of the country that need the most help.
An innovative animal welfare program, the Rescue Waggin' is comprised of three parts:
A pet transport program that transports dogs from areas of high pet overpopulation (where they face almost certain euthanasia) to shelters in areas where adoptable dogs are in demand. This program operates under professionally-developed industry standards for source and receiving shelters, spay/neuter and animal health practices, and humane transport.
Funding to expand spay/neuter services for cats and dogs in source areas.
Funding and professional consultation to improve shelter facilities and operations for participating animal welfare agencies.
The Rescue Waggin program is steadily expanding and plans to rescue approximately 9,000 dogs a year. Here are some more facts about the program;
Drivers are trained in pet care and animal first aid are carefully selected to ensure the highest quality care of the dogs during the trip
Vans are equipped with closed-circuit video which enables drivers to monitor dogs and ensure they are resting peacefully
Dogs ride in the temperature-controlled comfort of a custom-designed van fully supplied with plenty of water, toys and even music for their enjoyment
This progam had been well thought out and organized with guidelines reviewed by veterinarians and national humane organizations and are considered the gold standard for pet transport
Areas the Rescue Waggin' Serves:
Midwest Region: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Tennessee and Wisconsin Northeast Region: Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia Great Plains Region: Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska and New Mexico
Based on this model, there are a number of animal welfare organization have instituted well-organized, responsibly operated animal transport programs to save dog's live. The important thing to keep in mind here is 'well-organized and responsibly operated.' There are numerous other rescue organization that also do these 'mass transports' that are well intended but often not organized or truly prepared to deal with situations that might arise during sizable transports.
But even I cannot deny that every effort is needed to save lives that should not even be in jeopardy and I cannot more highly praise the shelters, rescues and charities that work so diligently.
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