To the rescue: cats and dogs : Second E-Mail to the Assembly with Pictures

To the rescue: cats and dogs

Carol Hawn-Miller and Cindy Liggett are local animal advocates who work to save the lives of homeless cats and dogs. In 2001 they founded Kitty and K-9 Connection, a non-profit rescue/foster/adoption program. In this blog, they will discuss the issues around the numerous homeless cats and dogs in Anchorage, and the process of placement, including animal and human behaviors that lead to success or failure. They are pictured here with Gladys on Carol's knee, Cherri in the middle, and Ambrosia the cat on Cindy's lap.

Contributors

Cindy Liggett

Because she's a "cat person," Cindy concentrates on cat rescues, fosters and adoptions. She faces daily attitudes towards cats as "throw-away pets" and deals with issues regarding "unwanted" cats due to over-population. She has advocated on their behalf for over 20 years and enjoys sharing her knowledge and insights so cats can enjoy their nine lives in the manner they truly deserveas an important member of the family.

Carol Hawn-Miller

Carol loves being the "dog mom" to all kinds and varieties -- small to large; mutts or purebreds. At home she deals with an ever transitional pack as she rescues, fosters and adopts dogs that would not otherwise have a "new leash on life." She has been doing pet rescue for more than 14 years. While loaded with a lap full of dogs, covered in dog hair or accepting K-9 kisses, Carol advocates for permanent, lifetime homes and responsible ownership so rescue will no longer be a necessity.

Multimedia

VIDEO

Spay & Neuter message

Kitty and K-9 Connection is a pet rescue and adoption program. This is their reminder to pet owners to take care of an important matter with their pet to lessen unwanted animals. Video by Brian G. Smith.

VIDEO

First Aid for pets

Robin Newby of the American Red Cross of Alaska teaches pet first aid. In this video of a recent class, she describes the focus and some of the techniques. Find schedules of ongoing classes at "The Red Cross"

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Second E-Mail to the Assembly with Pictures

Posted by animalrescue

Posted: November 14, 2008 - 2:44 pm

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Hello Again...

Here are pictures of the chained and neglected Pit-Bull...pictures were taken about an hour ago.

Please note his chain is shortened by being wrapped around the tree, the blanket is out of the kennel and frozen, the water bowl is out of his reach (the water was frozen), there is poop all around his area, a rake turned up (which is a safety issue) and his "appropriate shelter" is an unstable plastic airline carrier. This situation is heart breaking to say the least...yet his conditions have been deemed within the requirements of Title 17 according to Animal Control.

We also have pictures of two white kittens outside their house. While we were there, the kittens were scratching at the garage door trying to get in...the lady was home...the kittens and Pit-Bull were left outside in the cold.

Thank you again for your prompt attention to this matter.

Carol L. Hawn-Miller
Animal Advocate

Cheeko's Living Space: Seems he lives where he goes potty...since his chain is always tangled around the tree, he doesn't have much of an option. See his water bowl that has frozen water in that is beyond his reach. Cheeko's Living Space: Seems he lives where he goes potty...since his chain is always tangled around the tree, he doesn't have much of an option. See his water bowl that has frozen water in that is beyond his reach.

Cheeko's yard: His little plastic house which doesn't keep him warm in the winter cold and the frozen blanket that is usually out of his reach. Cheeko's yard: His little plastic house which doesn't keep him warm in the winter cold and the frozen blanket that is usually out of his reach.

I sent the Assembly members four pictures total...taken today. ACC was there again today. The dog is still there with no new changes. We appreciate Animal Control's continued efforts to assist with this dog's plight.

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