When our Animal Welfare & Response Team responded to an urgent call from law enforcement to help dozens of animals living in a single-wide mobile home in southern Iowa, they were overwhelmed by the chaos they found. There were dogs and cats everywhere – 37 total – and our rescuers could hardly move with so many bodies milling about in such a small space, all desperate for help.
The floors were covered in animal waste. The floorboards, saturated with urine, were soft beneath our team’s feet. Roaches skittered everywhere. Many of the animals were clearly sick, and all were crawling with fleas. One thin puppy had a painfully bloated belly, and other dogs were suffering from skin issues and hair loss. Many of the cats were suffering from upper respiratory infections, and some had untreated ulcers that were eating away at their lips.
These animals needed help – and fast. Despite our already full kennels and stretched resources, our team again rushed to prepare temporary emergency housing for these latest rescues. When they arrived, our Miracle Medical Team immediately began examining each animal and providing treatment.
These pets are now recovering and many have a long road ahead of them. We can’t do this without you.
Your gift today will help these pets and so many others heal and start the next chapter of their lives free of pain and discomfort. Your monthly gift will ensure we can continue to be there for pets in crisis, just like these.
Plus, when you give now through Nov. 30, your gift will be doubled – up to $40,000 – thanks to a generous match opportunity from Bob and Jodi Matthews.
Please give now to make twice the impact and show these animals – and so many more – that there is hope.
P.S.: When you give today or join our Loyal Friends Club monthly giving program, you’ll be automatically enrolled to receive updates on these animals.
