[ SHOWGSD-L ] Public Service: Letter from AKC Pres Dennis B. Sprung Date: 9/14/2005
- From: VSabiaB@xxxxxxx
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- Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2005 12:52:12 EDT
Animals need help in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The
American Kennel Club [AKC (R)] and affiliated organization AKC
Companion Animal Recovery (AKC-CAR) continue relief efforts with
shipments of bowls, crates, exercise pens, crate pads, clippers,
combs/brushes, etc. to the Louisiana State University Veterinary
School staging area in Baton Rouge.
AKC inspectors in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama have attempted
to contact AKC breeders in the most affected areas to find out how
they are doing and to assess their needs. Many breeders cannot be
contacted because the telephones and power are out. Most of the
breeders who have phone service said they were doing OK, but need
water, batteries and dog food. AKC is working hard to get them what
they need.
The inspectors have been in contact with state officials to determine
areas where AKC may be able to help with supplies, etc. This week,
AKC staff are traveling to Baton Rouge, LA and Jackson, MS to
coordinate AKC's response and donations at the staging areas.
AKC has also launched a donations exchange database on its website
www.akc.org with "Need Help?" or "Want to help?" buttons. People can
list resources, equipment, and transportation offers to those canine
victims and their owners in the devastation in the states of
Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and in Texas and Florida where
relief efforts are underway. So far, we have an outpouring of relief
from many people including a homeowner with a spare bedroom for a
family with pets to offers of fostering dogs with medical needs to
driving animals to a shelter. Those in need of such assistance can
search the database by state.
Since the terror struck dogs and their owners just over a week ago,
AKC continues to work with its club delegates, presidents and
secretaries and with the American Veterinary Medical Association, the
Louisiana State University Veterinary School, the Houston Kennel Club
and the Florida Association of Kennel Clubs to provide aid where it
is needed most. As fellow members of the AKC community, we know you,
too, are interested in helping the animals affected by Hurricane
Katrina. You can assist in AKC's Katrina efforts in many ways,
including:
1) Posting a link to the AKC/CAR Canine Support and Relief Fund on
your website: Please contact Kristi Munchel at kmm@xxxxxxx to learn
how to add a banner ad or a link to AKC.
2) Making a contribution to the AKC/CAR Canine Support and Relief
Fund: 100% of donations are used to immediately purchase needed
equipment and supplies and deliver them directly to contact centers.
If you wish to make a fully tax-deductible donation, you may send it
to the AKC/CAR Canine Support and Relief Fund at the address below or
visit the AKC website at www.akc.org.
3) Donate resources and equipment via the "Want to Help" icon on
AKC's website
AKC will continue to post updates to our website. If you or anyone
you know is in need of assistance, please contact seekhelp@xxxxxxx or
1-800-252-7894.
Thank you for your help in this urgent matter. Together, we can make
a difference in the lives of thousands of dogs and dog owners.
Dennis B. Sprung
President and CEO
American Kennel Club
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