The best way to keep yourself and your family—both people and animals—safe when disaster strikes is to have a good disaster plan. We can help you get ready in case of an emergency.
No matter what the specifics of your plan are, follow this basic safety rule: If you are told to evacuate, leave immediately and take your animals. If it's not safe for you, it's not safe for them.
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August 16, 2016
Rescuing animals impacted by Louisiana flooding
The Humane Society of the United States’ Animal Rescue Team is on the ground providing disaster relief for Louisiana pets and residents in the wake of severe flooding throughout the state.
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August 16, 2016
Rescatando animales afectados por inundación en Luisiana
El equipo de rescate animal de la Humane Society of the United States (HSUS por sus siglas en inglés) está proporcionando ayuda a mascotas y residentes durante la severa inundación en Luisiana.
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August 11, 2016
Nearly 70 animals rescued from Gallia County, Ohio, property
The Humane Society of the United States was called in to assist with the rescue of approximately 70 dogs and three horses from a Gallia County, Ohio, property.
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August 3, 2016
Rescued from a neglectful owner, a tough pup named Piper thrives in her new home
HSUS rescuers found Piper at the bottom of a cage, withered, nearly toothless, missing an eye and unable to raise her head. But this little dog fought for health and happiness.
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April 20, 2016
See How This Tiny But Tough Kitten Changed After He Was Rescued From Neglect
Pippin was rescued along with 77 other cats from a remote property in Quebec, Canada.
