There is no such thing as “off the clock” when animals are in need, as many at The HSUS well know. Here are some of our stories about answering the call of duty—at all hours, with all creatures, and, sometimes, in unusual places.
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Raining Squirrels
When Hurricane Irene blew countless baby squirrels right out of their nests, Patti Hoffman gave hundreds of the tiny critters a second chance at survival. Read more
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October 31, 2011
Off Duty: It's Raining Squirrels
Wildlife Rescue League volunteer Patti Hoffman made sure hundreds of baby squirrels orphaned by Hurricane Irene were in safe hands. Learn more
July 25, 2011
Off Duty: Virginia Volunteer Thinks Globally, Acts Locally for Feral Cats
An HSUS editor by day, Julie Falconer spends her off hours helping feral cats—an animal cause near to her heart and miles from the office. Learn more
April 27, 2011
Off Duty Profile of Sarah Barnett: More Than Facebook Friends
HSUS emerging media manager Sarah Barnett spends weekends as a volunteer with Lost Dogs & Cats Rescue Foundation of Virginia helping find homes for dogs. Learn more
January 13, 2011
Home-Grown Help
Janet Snyder's Humane Society of the United States' coworkers contribute hundreds of dollars every year to local animal rescue groups as they help themselves to her organic vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Learn more
October 27, 2010
Elderly Dogs Dig Gilbert's Rest Home
Alabama state director Mindy Gilbert offers sanctuary for elderly animals, offering them a second chance and comfort in their old age. Learn more
August 28, 2010
Dog Therapy, We Deliver (Thanks to Fidos for Freedom)
HSUS membership manager Joelyne King and her dog Freasky enjoy their volunteer jobs with Fidos for Freedom, a therapy dog training and assistance program. Learn more
July 1, 2010
Building Fences for Better Lives
Amanda Arrington has helped unchain, sterilize, and improve the lives of hundreds of dogs like these two in the past four years. Learn more
June 10, 2010
Wagging Tails Welcome Here
Kristen Eastman’s 11-year old dog, Tabby, is a welcome sight at Manor Care, an assisted living and rehabilitation center in Maryland. Learn more
May 11, 2010
Off Duty, But Always On Call
For HSUS public health director Michael Greger, M.D., answering the call of duty was a lifesaving event for a fellow passenger. Learn more
April 27, 2010
Brokering Peace between Ducks and Dogs
HSUS cruelty case manager Ariana Heumer gains protection for wild ducks in her hometown. Learn more