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Published May 27, 2008 @ 03:02PM PST
Until just a few weeks ago, the Chaiten volcano in Chile had been silent for over 9,000 years. As the volcano erupted on May 2nd, citizens of Chaiten were forced to evacuate the area. Thousands of pets and farm animals were left behind to fend for themselves.
Fortunately, our experienced disaster responders have worked tirelessly for the past two weeks responding to the needs of animals left behind. Despite many obstacles, our animal rescue team was able to coordinate sheltering and care for the animals who could be rescued. Through the rescuers’ extraordinary work, animals were literally brought from the ashes of this disaster to safety.
One dog’s story exemplifies the impact our team made there. The dog, probably a shepherd-lab mix, was rescued from the ashes of Chaiten, the first village to feel the wrath of the volcano. His family had fled, leaving him behind as they scrambled to safety. An older dog, his muzzle is grey and his step not-so-lively. When he was brought out by the military, he was put in a large pen with many other dogs. He was bullied by the younger, stronger ones, and became more and more depressed as he shivered in the cold and wondered how he ended up in this forlorn place. His head hung and his body went limp as he sunk deeper into misery.
Our team saw him and went over to pet him. As their hand touched his forehead, his pleading eyes closed and his whole body relaxed for the first time in more than a week. The team said he seemed to forget all the hurt, and cold, and hunger, and loneliness and just melted into their touch. They quickly brought him blankets, and moved him away from the other dogs. Finally, they put him at the head of the line when the truck came to move the animals to the vet school where animals were being treated. There, we hope he will reunite with his evacuated family.
If you'd like to help The HSUS support relief efforts for animals in disasters, click here: https://secure.hsus.org/01/disaster_relief_fund_2008?source=gabhay
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Published December 31, 2008 @ 02:33PM PST
Thanks to your ongoing support, millions of animals can look forward to a brighter future in 2009. Together we have accomplished so much, but we can’t stop fighting now! Please watch our year-end video: https://secure.hsus.org/01/yearend08video_onetime?source=gabhf3 Then consider doing something special to help animals in 2009 and beyon... Read More
Published December 24, 2008 @ 09:09AM PST
Join us for a demonstration Saturday, January 10th from 1pm to 3pm, at your local Petland to speak out against their support of puppy mills! A recent investigation by The HSUS found that the Petland chain of stores is the nation’s largest retail supporter of puppy mills. Please attend our peaceful rally to spread awareness of the cruelty of puppy ... Read More
Published December 17, 2008 @ 12:25PM PST
Make a tax-deductible gift donation of $50 or more by tomorrow at midnight, and get this 2008 collectible ornament (exclusively from The Humane Society of the United States) delivered to a loved one by Dec. 24th! It's a gift donation you'll feel great about, and a keepsake they'll cherish. Click here to send your ornament >> Read More
Published December 12, 2008 @ 02:05PM PST
From rescuing thousands of animals stranded by Hurricane Ike, to saving sick dogs from puppy mills, to helping 20 million farm animals with the passage of Proposition 2 in California -- we've made 2008 the most momentous year for animals in our 54-year history. Take a moment to watch our inspiring video to see all we achieved with the support of people ... Read More
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