Tuesday, December 20, 2005

Santa Claws Success


How do you make a dog smile? Well, for starters, don't make him sit on Santa's lap, because the big red suit is a little scary to a furry baby!

But, put two babes behind the camera and watch the canines grin...

Okay, so the babes had dog treats and squeaky toys and fancy tricks and occasionally the help of a little elfin dog named Comet, but still...the magic worked!

So, this is Chandra and I at the event she talked me into. Now, this fearless feral kitty whisperer is in New Orleans rescuing more four-legged furries...trapping, caring for and giving shelter to pets in need. She's not only brainy and beautiful, but she has a (vegan) heart of gold. Hats off to my new friend who is still fighting the fire in NOLA. Many animals will find better endings because of this lovely lady.

New Orleans brought me many new friends. We fought hard and learned alot about disaster, distress and die-hard resolution. Life may never be the same, but I'll have some new friends in my life that I will be bonded to because of it. Chalk it up to the animals saving me once again.

Oh, and if I've said it once, I'll say it again. The disaster in New Orleans is not over. When you go sit in your cozy chair tonight in your warm home and your seasonal happiness, remember that the fight is not over down there. And then get up tomorrow and make a difference. There are still many animals (and people) in need. Don' t believe everything you read (damned Humane Society telling us the problem is over) and resolve to help to contribute in any way that you can. Skip your Starbucks and send a couple bucks to Best Friends or ARNO. And damn it, DO NOT BUY FROM BREEDERS, people! There are too many animals that don't have homes and one of them is waiting for you. It's a complete cop-out to say that you can't find what you're looking for in a shelter. There are shelters all across the United States that will help transport an animal to you. Everytime you buy from a breeder, you are responsible for putting another animal (sometimes several) to death. And yes, that is harsh, but it's the truth.

I'm sorry, but I just don't buy the bullshit line that you just can't get what you're looking for from anyone but a breeder. You are smoking crack if you believe that, and setting bad examples for children. And damn it, dogs are being euthanized when you do that.

How's that for Happy Holidays?

1 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Wow, thanks for the compliments! I am also so happy we met, as well. It seems like we've known each other forever!

And oddly enough, if it wasn't for Katrina, we probably would have never met and become such great friends. It's amazing how life works that way.

Keep in touch while I'm over there for the long haul, 'kay? :-)

Happy New Year!

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