People in Japan are suffering — and so are their animals.
You’ve heard the news reports. An 8.9-magnitude earthquake and a powerful tsunami hit Japan. Hundreds have died, and more are missing or displaced.
We don’t yet know how many lives this disaster will affect, but we all know we want to help.
At American Humane Association, thoughts and prayers are with the individuals, both human and animal, who are affected by this tragedy. Red Star Animal Emergency Services™ team — which has a nearly century-long legacy of animal relief — is closely monitoring the situation, and is reaching out to our international partners in an effort to provide a joint response to this global emergency.
What can you do to help?
There is a relief fund to help animal victims of this tragedy and other disasters. Your donation will help to provide shelter and care for the animals caught in this catastrophic event.
This is why I love animals so much! We should all learn something from animals, not use them for our own selfish reasons. Good news though! They have been rescued! CNN and the UK Telegraph have both reported that the dogs have been rescued since the footage aired, and are both receiving veterinary care; the more seriously wounded dog is at a clinic in the city of Mito, while the protective spaniel-type dog is receiving care at a shelter in the same town.