Hurricane Francine left a path of destruction in Louisiana, with high winds, knocking out power, and putting millions under flood warnings. Unfortunately, numerous pets have been separated from their owners or left behind in the chaos. Local animal shelters, already grappling with power outages and potential flooding themselves are being pushed to their limits.
Local Shelters Overwhelmed
“Calls, messages, and emails have been absolutely non-stop. There are lots of loose animals, fences down. There has been a lot of feeding in place, hoping that these animals will be able to return to their homes. But unfortunately, many of them will end up in the shelter,” said Michelle Brignack, Director of Jefferson Protection and Animal Welfare Services.
Over 85 Pets Transported to Safety
In response to the crisis, the Greater Good Charities team sprang into action over the weekend, launching an emergency transport mission. More than 85 adoptable pets that were already in Louisiana shelters before the storm, boarded a plane and were flown to Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, where shelters with the capacity to care for them met them. This effort creates space for newly displaced cats and dogs until they can be reunited with their families.
Camella, Tundra, and Dina Find Safety
Camella, Tundra, and Dina were among the pets transported:
- Camella: A 2-year-old female Labrador Retriever mix, Camella is friendly and loves greeting people on her walks. Her sweet nature makes her a favorite at the shelter, and she is now awaiting her forever home in Wisconsin.
- Tundra: This gentle giant, a 1-year-old Great Pyrenees mix, is loving and affectionate. She’s known for being a big cuddly teddy bear, and her new family is sure to find joy in her companionship.
- Dina: Dina is a 5 ½-month-old Boxer Terrier mix who was found abandoned at a common dumping ground. Despite her rough start, she loves to cuddle, and is ready to make her new family very happy.
Ongoing Support for Pets and Families After Hurricane Francine
Beyond transporting dogs and cats to safety, we are providing critical pet food and essential aid as the community recovers from Hurricane Francine’s impact. Your support is crucial to helping both people and pets during times of disaster.
How You Can Help
Your donations help fund these ongoing relief efforts. By giving today, you can provide life-saving aid to pets and families affected by disasters like Hurricane Francine.
Greater Good Charities has ultimate authority and discretion with regard to the distribution of its funds. All expenditures made are consistent with the exempt purposes of Greater Good Charities.
