Pets in desperate need of homes by 6/24 - can you...??

[passerby]

No responses from the organisations I've emailed so far (not that I'm surprised :() Have contacted some people I used to "speak" to on forums over the past few years - they are based in the US, and a few have reverted to say they'll pass the link on to contacts who work in rescue organisations. Hope to hear updates from them soon.

So please don't just send the links to friends you are constantly in contact with, please send them to friends you may have lost touch with (as in my case).

[aarti]

so what happened to them does anyone know?

[passerby]

Aarti, I think we're waiting for latest updates from people like ETenebris. Laurel at the shelter is probably too busy to give an update. Hopefully, she'll be able to get media coverage - that would certainly go a long way to ensuring that all the animals are adopted before this Saturday.

[chiara]

I'm still waiting to hear back from several e-mails I've written about the animals in LA. I've found a couple more places to contact this morning, so hopefully I'll hear something.

[edsbgrl]

I haven't heard anything back from the news channel I emailed or the fax I sent to the other organization. I surely hope there is a good update

[chloehandbags]

Originally Posted by passerby

Chloehandbags, I just checked - the Wiccaweys site seems to be down at the mo :(

Thanks for letting me know, passerby! It seems to be working again, now.

[chloehandbags]

Originally Posted by edsbgrl

I haven't heard anything back from the news channel I emailed or the fax I sent to the other organization. I surely hope there is a good update

Nor have I; I guess it's just not considered news, as millions of healthy, friendly, cats and dogs are killed every year.

[passerby]

Chloehandbags, what about writing to celebrities - worth a try even if they ignore the emails?

http://66.102.7.104/search?q=cache:I...g&ct=clnk&cd=5

I love the bit about James Cromwell ("Babe" was simply charming):

"Actor James Cromwell, who was the voice of Farmer Hoggett in Babe has been raising his own voice in support of farm animals through Farm Sanctuary Says James, "If any kid ever realized what was involved in factory farming they would never touch meat again. I was so moved by the intelligence, sense of fun and personalities of the animals I worked with on Babe that by the end of the film I was a vegetarian."

Any idea how their contact emails can be obtained? Thanks.

[edsbgrl]

Originally Posted by passerby

Chloehandbags, what about writing to celebrities - worth a try even if they ignore the emails? http://66.102.7.104/search?q=cache:I...g&ct=clnk&cd=5 I love the bit about James Cromwell ("Babe" was simply charming): "Actor James Cromwell, who was the voice of Farmer Hoggett in Babe has been raising his own voice in support of farm animals through Farm Sanctuary Says James, "If any kid ever realized what was involved in factory farming they would never touch meat again. I was so moved by the intelligence, sense of fun and personalities of the animals I worked with on Babe that by the end of the film I was a vegetarian." Any idea how their contact emails can be obtained? Thanks.

Thats a hard one. I would say the best bet would be through a fan club email address or something like that. Someone who's in the entertainment industry could better answer that one.

[chiara]

Originally Posted by passerby

"If any kid ever realized what was involved in factory farming they would never touch meat again.

The day I realized what "factory farming" was, I knew I had 2 choices, go vegetarian or only buy meat that was humanely raised. I chose the latter, and only buy organic. I must say, that it tastes better, I feel better (both physically and mentally), and I know I'm doing right by not supporting the cruelty that is factory farming. Also, a dirty little secret - the FDA knows that shooting these animals with all of this stuff causes cancer. The hormones given to animals are causing our children to become sexually mature at a very early age(this goes for milk, too). Sorry for the ramble, but the more people that know about this, the better place the world will be.

ps - still no word on the LA kitties, except that every shelter is over capacity b/c it's kitten season. I'm heartbroken over this and only hope that I may be able to start my own shelter someday so I can help them.

[enjlux]

are ppl in that area either LA or WV putting up flyers? I was thinking about sending a word document to organisation (libraries, etc.) or buisnesses just to put up a few flyers??

What is the current deadline for both of them? How did they chose the "urgant" dogs? What is the cat situation?

[passerby]

[quote=enjlux]are ppl in that area either LA or WV putting up flyers? I was thinking about sending a word document to organisation (libraries, etc.) or buisnesses just to put up a few flyers??

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Great idea, enjlux! How about sending this to schools as well?

[chloehandbags]

Originally Posted by passerby

Chloehandbags, what about writing to celebrities - worth a try even if they ignore the emails? http://66.102.7.104/search?q=cache:I...g&ct=clnk&cd=5 I love the bit about James Cromwell ("Babe" was simply charming): "Actor James Cromwell, who was the voice of Farmer Hoggett in Babe has been raising his own voice in support of farm animals through Farm Sanctuary Says James, "If any kid ever realized what was involved in factory farming they would never touch meat again. I was so moved by the intelligence, sense of fun and personalities of the animals I worked with on Babe that by the end of the film I was a vegetarian." Any idea how their contact emails can be obtained? Thanks.

Sorry for my delay in responding, passerby!

As I said in my PM to you, I am, typically (great timing!), snowed under at work at the moment.

I think Ellen DeGeneres looks like a good one to try, as according to the info on your link, she does a lot of work for animal shelters.

Pigs are really intelligent, even more so than cats and dogs.

I, personally, think that people who eat meat, should try to avoid eating mammals, as they are just too close to us; both in terms of intelligence and also in terms of disease transference (e.g. BSE > CJD).

No idea how to obtain their emails, sorry. I think it would probably be quite hard, as they don't want stalkers to get hold of them!

[chloehandbags]

Originally Posted by enjlux

are ppl in that area either LA or WV putting up flyers? I was thinking about sending a word document to organisation (libraries, etc.) or buisnesses just to put up a few flyers?? What is the current deadline for both of them? How did they chose the "urgant" dogs? What is the cat situation?

I don't know about LA. Probably tomorrow (Thursday); as they seem to go on a week to week basis (and some of them were killed first thing, last Friday morning ).

The deadline for the WV pets is 1st July (Saturday).

[chloehandbags]

IMPORTANT UPDATE: More dogs have been added to the URGENT category. There are now a total of 7.

Although they are all desperately urgent, in this post, I'll attach the pics of the dogs that are marked URGENT (so are first up on death row ).


They are:

Dylan - German Shepherd Dog Mix URGENT

Size: Large
Age: Young
Sex: Male

Dylan is a beautiful boy with distinct coloring. He was picked up as a stray but appears to have been well cared for - he appears to be housebroken, does not go to the bathroom in his kennel - waiting to be walked first. He walks well on a leash and is very friendly with everyone he meets. He appears to chase cats. He is doing very well so far meeting the dogs at our shelter - prefering females to males so far. If you are interested in meeting Dylan, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379 (or email: Hampshirecountyac@yahoo.com).

This pet is up to date with routine shots.
This pet is already house trained.


Mackenzie - Pointer URGENT

Size: Large
Age: Adult
Sex: Male

Mackenzie is a stunning young man. Very nice, friendly outgoing personality - he loves everyone he meets. He is very good with adults and children. He loves to go for walks and likes to ride in the car. He was picked up as a stray and appears to be approx 2 - 3 years old and around 60 pounds. He is good with other dogs, preferring non-dominant males. We are still testing him with cats. If you are interested in Mackenzie, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379 (or email: Hampshirecountyac@yahoo.com).

This pet is up to date with routine shots.


Corky - Treeing Walker Coonhound URGENT

Size: Large
Age: Young
Sex: Male

Corky is a wonderful dog, typical of the hounds he is very friendly and loves everyone - adults and children. He is very good with all dogs he meets and even ignores cats. He loves to walk and loves attention. He is doing very well when he is inside - nice manners, quiet and is being crate trained. If you are interested in adopting Corky, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379 (or email: Hampshirecountyac@yahoo.com).

This pet is up to date with routine shots.


Sadie - Boxer, Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler Mix URGENT

Size: Large
Age: Adult
Sex: Female

***Sadie needs your help her time is running out!**** Sadie came to us as an owner turn in. She is a sweet girl, who loves to play. She does well with children is good with other male dogs, and loves to go for walks. She has a beautiful brindle colored coat and is spayed. If interested in adopting this dog, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379 or email us at Hampshirecountyac@yahoo.com . Transportation is available for this dog to come out and meet prospective adopters.

This pet is up to date with routine shots.
This pet has been altered.


Harmony - Black Labrador Retriever Mix URGENT

Size: Medium
Age: Young
Sex: Female

Harmony is a young lab mix that loves to walk. She has a beautiful black coat. She is housebroken is good with other dogs and children. She was found as a stray with another black lab mix. She is very gentle and loves attention. More information will be given when she is further evaluated. If interested in adopting this dog, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379 or email us at Hampshirecountyac@yahoo.com . Transportation is available for this dog to come out and meet prospective adopters.


Koby - Schnauzer Mix URGENT

Size: Small
Age: Young
Sex: Male

Koby came to us after he was left in an apartment while his owner went out of town for a few months! Luckily he was found in time and hopes to get a wonderful family to love him. Koby is a sweet, loveable little guy who gets along with anyone and anything!! He is very gentle. He adores children and people, cats, and other dogs. He is housetrained and really loves to sit with the family to enjoy a good movie!!!! If you are interested in adopting Kobe, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379. Transportation is available for her to come out and meet prospective adopters.

This pet is already house trained.


Wesley - Shepherd, Black Labrador Retriever Mix URGENT

Size: Large
Age: Young
Sex: Male

Wesley is a friendly dog who gets along with cats, dogs, and children. Because of his size we recommend older children. He loves to go for walks and loves to play tug of war. If you are interested in adopting Wesley, please call the shelter at 304-496-9379. Transportation is available for him to come out and meet prospective adopters.


For a list of all the animals (including kittens and Grace the cat) at the Paw Paw shelter, please click here:

http://search.petfinder.com/shelterS...ort=&preview=1