Winter 2024 Volume 3 Issue 4
PROVIDING SECOND CHANCES TO ANIMALS SINCE 1870
Thanks to You, Thousands of Animals Were Rescued This Year It has been another big year for the number of animals that came to our shelters, either as strays or rescues from our Animal Cruelty Taskforce. It started in January with the rescue of 97 Labrador Retrievers from an unlicensed breeder, and then we were called to an emergency rescue for dozens of dogs who were in danger of freezing and starvation. It took several months, but every one of these rescued pups found their forever homes. As the year went on, we were called upon to rescue more animals who were being abused or neglected, or both, from all over the state and within our own metro area. Our rescues included dogs, cats, horses, birds, goats, pigs, lots of critters and even an emu!
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Beyond the rescued are the strays that arrived and continue to come to our shelter’s doors every day. Some are brought by good Samaritans, some are dropped off by first responders, and others are simply left in an overnight surrender kennel. Whatever the circumstances, our doors are open to them so they can find their way to their forever home.
None of the thousands of animals who are spending the holidays this year in a safe, loving home would have made it without you. Your generosity and love for these innocent animals fuels the work we do all year long. Thank you for helping give them the second chance they deserve. 1