Rescue of 19 Animals Brings Merry Christmas

Holiday Rescue of 19 Animals from Hoarder in Newport Brings Christmas Joy

Merry Christmas to all ...

With Christmas just a couple of days away, many of us are still shopping and finding holiday stress at every turn. However, for 19 dogs, puppies, cats, kittens and rabbits, this Christmas brings relief from unimaginable living conditions.

It was a collaboration by members of the Jackson County Humane Society and Northeast Arkansans for Animals - which makes it an even happier event. It just goes to prove that animal rescue agencies can put aside their differences and come together for the sake of animals and our community.

It took almost a week for the two organizations to secure legal surrender of the animals. The hoarders, who have had several past issues with animal neglect, were jailed on non animal related issues. Members of the Jackson County Humane Society were able to visit them in the jail and obtain surrender paperwork. Some of the animals had already been picked up by the Newport Animal Control. Again, setting aside agency differences, the Newport Animal Control surrendered all the dogs picked up at the hoarder’s residence to the Jackson County Humane Society.

Finally on Monday evening at about 6:00 pm all 19 animals were brought to the NAFA Animal Services building. There they received immediate medical attention, soft warm blankets, toys and even a treat or two. (For those of you who recently provided blankets and toys, know that each animal found great comfort in the small act of kindness - thanks especially to Scooby who donate two bags of toys and a couple sweaters/jackets - which provided warmth and comfort to the scalded and hairless skin of several animals). . .

It will be a long road to recovery for many of the animals and sadly, some may not make it. But there is great joy in knowing that they will never live in such conditions again. All the animals suffered from different degrees of mange, ringworm, flea infestation, staph, skin lesions, parasites, infections, anemia and various stages of malnutrition.

Thanks so very much to the foster homes who stepped up at the last minute to provide much needed help for these animals.

Thanks to Sharrie Grant and other members of the Jackson County Humane Society for working diligently to save these animals.

Thanks to the NAFA volunteers who came to help assist with the intake and related work helping these animals.

Thanks to each and every one of you and the hundreds of NAFA supporters. Without your continued support of our programs, donated items, cash donations and, of course, your prayers, rescue efforts like this would not be possible and hundreds of animals would continue to live in concentration camp circumstances.




This truly is one of the best Christmas presents ever and what the true spirit of Christmas is all about.

All the best to you and your family,
Tut

... and God bless them everyone.

Corning Chief of Police Shooting Dogs

WARNING: IMAGES IN THIS POST ARE GRAPHIC AND MAY NOT BE EASILY VIEWED!!

NAFA’s position on the shooting of 7 to 8 dogs by the Corning Chief of Police

Perhaps better than most, NAFA understands the plight of Animal Control departments and City Officials throughout Northeast Arkansas with respect to stray and abandoned animals. Dogs and cats are being dumped and abandoned in unprecedented numbers and it is difficult for small communities to physically and financially care for these animals.

However, the actions by the City of Corning, specifically the Chief of
Police and the Mayor, is unconscionable, unethical and in our
opinion illegal for several reason. We also believe that these actions
pose a threat to the well being of the citizens of Northeast Arkansas.
As a result, NAFA is calling for the following actions:

1. A complete investigation by the District Prosecuting Attorney’s
office as to animal cruelty charges and improper euthanasia as defined by Arkansas State Law

2. The City of Corning must provide to NAFA and the public - the City protocol for the handling,
housing, length of holding, adoption, euthanasia procedures and proper disposal for any and
all animals picked up by or in the care of the City of Corning.

3. The City of Corning placing Wannda Turner, NAFA director and animal abuse investigator, on
the agenda of the next Corning City Council meeting to address public concerns about this
incident.

4. The City of Corning initiating written protocols, in compliance with Arkansas State Laws and
Arkansas Health Department regulations for the handling and disposing of animals suspected
of rabies. These protocols should be made public and available to any citizen.

5. The City of Corning addressing any issues that might arise from the burial of the animals that
were recently shot should those animals have actually been rabid.

In support of NAFA’s position, we provide the following:


According to Arkansas State Laws
4-97-103.Definition
(7)“Euthanasia” means the humane killing of an
animal accomplished by a method that utilizes
anesthesia produced by an agent that causes
painless loss of consciousness and subsequent
death, and administered by a licensed veterinarian
or a euthanasia technician licensed by the Drug
Enforcement Administration and certified by the
Department of Health;

20-19-308.Shipment to laboratory of head of animal
suspected of being rabid.
(a)(1)Any person causing the death of an animal, either wild or
domesticated, suspected of being rabid shall cause the head of
the animal, together with an affidavit stating that he or she has
reasonable grounds to believe that the animal was rabid, to be
presented to the county court of the county in which the animal
was killed.
(2)(A)It shall be the duty of the court to have the head shipped,
prepaid, to the State Public Health Laboratory of the Division of Health of the Department of Health
and Human Services.
(B)The expenses incurred in such a shipment shall be paid from the county general fund of the
county in which the animal was killed.
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association Euthanasia Guidelines – June 2007
GUNSHOT
For use of a gunshot to the head as a method of euthanasia in captive animals, the firearm
should be aimed so that the projectile enters the brain, causing instant loss of consciousness.
A gunshot to the heart or neck does not immediately render animals unconscious and thus is


not considered to meet the panel’s definition of euthanasia.
Brain tissue may not be able to be examined for
evidence of rabies infection or chronic wasting disease
when the head is targeted.
Gunshot should not be used for routine euthanasia
of animals in animal control situations, such as municipal
pounds or shelters.




With Regards,
Tut

Low Cost Vaccination Clinic - 11/14/09

Low Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic for Qualified Individuals

Saturday, November 14th 7:30 am to 11:30 am

NAFA's Animal Services Building -
233 N. Gee (red and white building corner of Gee/Dan across from Riceland)

NAFA sponsored vaccinations at a reduced costs. All services will be provide by an
Arkansas licensed veterinarian - Dr Jack Jones

No Appointment Necessary. Services Available:

1) FREE exam by Veterinarian with any vaccinations. All dogs not on heartworm preventative will receive intestinal deworming at no charge. Cat deworming for intestinal parasites are available upon request.

2) $7.00 - Rabies Shot, with certificate and tag (animals must be 12 weeks of age to get a rabies shot)

3) $10.00 - Canine 5 in 1 protects against distemper, adenovirus 2, parainfluenza, parvovirus and coronavirus (dogs must be at least 7 weeks of age) puppies and totally unvaccinated dogs will need additional vaccinations

4) $10.00 - Feline 3 in 1 protects against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Calicivirus (upper respiratory) and Panleukopenia (feline distemper)

5) $15.00 - Occult Heartworm Test - Dogs testing negative will need to take test results to local veterinarians for purchase of heartworm preventative within 30 days.

6) $10.00- Bordatella - protects against kennel cough

Individuals must qualify for these services...

Elderly - 65 years of age and on fixed income
Disabled - someone in household must be drawing disability
Low Income - Individual - less than $17,000 annually
Low Income - Family of 4 - less than $20,000 annually
Unempolyed for at least 60 days
Animal may not have seen a vet within last 12 months

No Appointment Necessary For more information call 870-932-1955

Pet Tips - 11/11/09 - Wolf Hybrid Laws

NAFA's RAID unit was called to an incident last night which involved two neighborhood dogs fighting and subsequently one being shot. When NAFA’s RAID investigator arrived, one individual had shot his neighbor’s male Labrador retriever after a vicious battle with a one of his wolf hybrid females. There was no positive result for either neighbor – one lab is dead and the wolf hybrid died this morning as a result of serious lacerations to the neck. The center of the dog fight was the female wolf-hybrid being in heat and the male lab being unaltered. The neighbor who is proudly breeding wolf hybrid puppies for sale was quickly educated as to state law and wolves or wolf hybrids. Because there are many individuals in Northeast Arkansas who claim to be owners of wolf hybrids, NAFA thought this was a good time to provide some information on Arkansas State Law and owning a wolf or wolf-hybrid.

Wolves and Wolf hybrids in Arkansas Law
For the purpose of Arkansas State Law, "wolf-dog hybrid" is defined as any animal which is publicly acknowledged by its owner as being a wolf or a wolf hybrid. No animal may be judged to be a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid based strictly on its appearance.

(a) Wolves and wolf-dog hybrids are required to be vaccinated by a licensed veterinarian against rabies with a vaccine approved for dog use, and a rabies certificate may be issued.
(b) Veterinarians must inform the owner of the wolf or wolf-dog hybrid, preferably in writing, that the vaccination is considered "off label" and that protection against rabies is not guaranteed.

Confinement - Care - Inspections.
(a) Wolves and wolf-dog hybrids shall be provided adequate confinement and adequate feeding.
(b) Adequate confinement shall include at least:
(1) A brick, concrete, or chain link enclosure surrounded by two (2) layers of fencing as follows:
(A) For a single animal:
(i) Either an inner chain link fence a minimum of fifteen feet by eight feet by ten feet (15' x 8' x 10') or an electric fence that prevents climbing over, and either extending two feet (2') underground or employing some other means that prevents digging under; and
(ii) An outer fence eight feet (8') high with at least four feet (4') between the two (2) fences unless the inner fence is an electric fence posted with warning signs and the gate is locked at all times;
(B) For a pair, double the cage length for a single animal; or
(C) For more than two (2) animals, add ten feet (10') to the single animal length and width for each additional animal;
(2) A secluded den four feet (4') square for each animal; and
(3) No more than four (4) total of wolves or wolf-dog hybrids, or both, per acre.
(c) Adequate confinement shall not include tethering of a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid not under the direct supervision and control of the owner or custodian.
(d) (1) Adequate feeding shall include daily feedings and provisions of water.
(2) The feed used shall consist of a minimum meat-based protein content of twenty-five percent (25%) and crude fat of fifteen percent (15%), with exceptions for geriatric and overweight animals or under the advice of a licensed veterinarian.
(e) Owners and custodians of wolves and wolf-dog hybrids shall allow inspections by law enforcement personnel at reasonable hours to ensure adequate confinement and adequate feeding.

Pet Tips - 11/10/09

California cities vote to ban cat declawing.

The Los Angeles City Council voted 11 to 0 on Friday to ban declawing. Beverly Hills voted 5 to 0 on Thursday, and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted 9 to 2 on Tuesday. The cities must finalize their votes in coming weeks. "Onychectomy, commonly known as declawing, is the practice of amputating a cat's first paw joints, including the claw at the first knuckle," said Mirisch, the councilman who introduced the measure. "Indeed, I find this practice to be a prima facie instance of animal cruelty, and I don't need Big Brother in Sacramento or a veterinary board to tell me otherwise."

To read more about this visit http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-declaw-cats7-2009nov07,0,4016163.story?track=rss

Pig Ears and Beef Hooves - Recall

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing this health alert to warn consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is based in Sanger , Calif.
The products were manufactured under conditions that facilitate cross-contamination within batches or lots. Although no illnesses associated with these products have been reported, the FDA is advising consumers in possession of these products to not handle or feed them to their pets.
Read more about the recall - http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm189400.htm

Animal Fair - Fall 2009

Saturday, October 31st
11 am to 4 pm
Petco - Jonesboro
Caraway Plaza
It's finally here - Fall Animal Fair. The greatest fun for your pet and family available all year. Tell your family and friends. Make plans to visit Petco this Saturday for a woof and howl of a good time.

Pet Costume Contest

Registration Begins at 1:00
Judging ends at 3:00
Awards Presented at 3:30

Cash Prizes
Trophies
Ribbons and Prizes

Categories:
Best Overall
Best Group Entry
Most Original Homemade
Best Suits Dog
Best Owner/Dog Pair
Best Runway Walk


Great Dog Contests
Registration Begins at 1:00 Judging ends at 3:00 Awards Presented at 3:30 Trophies Ribbons and Prizes
Categories:Most Catches in a Row
Most Unusual Bread
(name your own)
Most Well Behaved
Shortest Tail
Best Obstacle Course Time
Most Kisses in 1 minute
Longest Ears
Smallest Adult Dog
Biggest Dog
Best Dog Name

Other Great Dog Activities

Paint Your Dog

Fantastic
Dog Obstacle Course

Free Bandannas and Treats

Madame Cruella - "Pet Fortune Teller to the Stars"


Kids Carnival Games

Free Kids Carnival Games
with fun prizes

Face Painting / Temporary Tattoos

Free Balloons and Candy

Put your pet's name on our Gigantic Dog House

Free Kids Crafts
Meet Hannibal

Are kids brave enough to reach inside NAFA's 19' spider to pull out spider eggs in exchange for great prizes.

Some spider eggs are valued at $1 - $2 - $5

One Special Egg is valued at $25.00

Other Activities
Get your pet's photo in our Pet Haunted House
Free Hotdogs and Cokes for Kids

Fantastic Cakes from
Lela's Cakes

Behavior Tips

Great Fun for Kids, Pets and the whole family.


Don't miss this opportunity to have fun with your dogs and kids. No where in Northeast Arkansas can you find so much fun for FREE.

Saturday, October 31st
11 am to 4 pm
Jonesboro Petco
Caraway Plaza

Daily Tips- Halloween

If the animal is very high-strung, consult your vet about tranquilizing for the night.When walking dogs during or after Halloween, watch carefully for what they might pick up and choke on. Bits of candy and wrappers abound on sidewalks and streets after holiday.

Daily Tip- Halloween

Place a dog gate in front of your front door to block access in case someone accidentally lets your pet out of the place where he's confined. Many dogs will run after trick-or-treaters.Be careful your cat or dog doesn't dart out through the open door.Dogs can have lethal tails, wagging all over the place. Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be knocked over by a swinging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet start a fire but they could severely burn themselves in the process.

Halloween Tips - Handout

v Don't leave your pet out in the yard on Halloween: There are plenty of stories of vicious pranksters who have teased, injured, stolen, even killed pets on this night.

v Trick-or-treat candies are not for pets: Chocolate is poisonous to a lot of animals, and tin foil and cellophane candy wrappers can be hazardous if swallowed.

v There are plenty of recipes for making home made dog and cat treats or there are great Halloween treats at the treat bar at Petco.

v Don't dress the dog in costume unless you know he loves it. Otherwise, it puts a lot of stress on the animal. Be sure that your pet has had an opportunity to get use to wearing the costume before you actually take him out.

v If you do dress up your dog, make sure the costume isn't constricting, annoying or unsafe. Be careful not to obstruct her vision. Be sure that you have collar with ID tags and a sturdy leash on your pet at all times.

v Pets should be kept in a separate room during trick-or-treat visiting hours or Halloween parties; too many strangers in strange garb can be scary for a pets and a barking, snarling dog or hissing cat can scare the children.

v Place a dog gate in front of your front door to block access in case someone accidentally lets your pet out of the place where he's confined. Many dogs will run after trick-or-treaters.

v Be careful your cat or dog doesn't dart out through the open door.

v The wrappers, such as tin foil, can get stuck in your pets digestive tract and make them ill or cause death. There are plenty of recipes for making home made dog and cat treats, you can always make them on a Halloween note.

v Dogs can have lethal tails, wagging all over the place. Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be knocked over by a swinging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet start a fire but they could severely burn themselves in the process.

v If the animal is very high-strung, consult your vet about tranquilizing for the night.

v When walking dogs during or after Halloween, watch carefully for what they might pick up and choke on. Bits of candy and wrappers abound on sidewalks and streets after holidays.

Make sure to keep all my friends safe this Halloween,
Tut

CLINIC HELPS PETS KEEP US HEALTHIER AND HAPPIER

Low cost vaccination clinic helps pets keep us healthier and happier.
NAFA recognizes that owning a loyal pet companion during difficult economic times actually enhances our mood and wards off potential depression. When we feel like the world has turned it's back on us, a steadfast, non-judgmental four-legged friend will entertain us, keep us company and help us refocus our thoughts on the good life has to offer. Having a pet actually lowers blood pressure and heart rates significantly and can be considered a cost-effective health benefit, as opposed to potential expensive medical check-ups and blood pressure medications. Pet owners exercise more frequently as they walk their pets and play with them out-of-doors. The health benefits of increased exercise more than offset the costs incurred by keeping our pets healthy and well fed. This also affords the opportunity for more contact with others, a particular benefit to those who live alone or have no family nearby.
NAFA will again sponsor Jack Jones, DVM in a low cost pet vaccination clinic this Saturday, October 24th from 7:30 am to 11:30 am at our Animal Services Building – 233 North Gee Strette (red and white building on corner of Gee Street and Dan Avenue across from Riceland Foods). Services are provided for pet owners that qualify as low income, disabled, elderly, unemployed or if the animal is a stray. The animal must not have seen a veterinarian other than Dr. Jones within the past 12 months.
Vaccinations for dogs and cats, heartworm testing, heartworm preventative and brief vet visit will be provided.
For more information call 870-932-1955 or visit our website, www.nafacares.org or www.facebook.com/NAFA.rescue.

NEW ARRIVALS!!! (SMALL CRITTERS)

These small animals were also taken at the time of the puppymill removal. They are relatively tame and in moderate good health. The guinea pig, hamster and rat will join NAFA's "Classroom Pet Fostering Program" and also attend some educational seminars.

I like small critters. There are several pictures of me with some of my friends on her as well as on facebook (www.facebook.com/NAFA.rescue) and our website (www.nafarescue.org). I will try to keep you posted on progress.

Till Next Time,

Tut

Almost finished!!! I am tired and need to lay on the bed and watch tv a while!

Tut He is approximately 4 years of age and a poodle mix. His hair had to be cut and groomed on site because the wire and feces from his cage was so matted into him. He has several small puncture woulds that the vet believes could have come from wire caging. He is snaggle tooted, with many missing and broken teeth. His feet are splayed and the nail beds are infection. He is receiving treatment for eye, ear and skin infections. He was heartworm negative and has received his first set of shots, intestinal deworming and 1st heartworm preventative. He is timid but is making a quick turn around.

She is a approximately 3 year old Black with white face chihuahua. Our vet believes her right eye was injured by some part of the wire cage or some other sharp object and it appears that she was never treated for it. the eye is healing, but the ulcerations make sight in this eye almost non existent. However, she sees very well out of the other eye and is very energectic. She is being treated for eye, ear and skin infections. Her feet are extensively splayed and her pads are very sore/tender. She has an an underbite and is severely snaggle toothed. She is very frightened to be picked up but then melts into your arms. She is only slightly heartworm positive. She has received her first set of vaccinations, has been dewormed and will start heartworm preventative in a few weeks.

This little male Chihuahua Dachshund mix is one of a littler of 4. He is 8 weeks of age. He has a wonderful disposition. He was filthy, had excessive nail growth and sore pads. There was some minor tearing from living in filthy conditions. He received his first set of vaccinations, deworming and his first heartworm preventative. He received a good bath and flea/tick preventative.

She is perhaps the most timid of all the dogs in our first transport. She is approximately 10-11 months of age and we think she might have been born and raise in the puppy mill. She has mild ear and eye infections, although her skin looks relatively good. She was heartworm negative and has received her first set of vaccinations, intestinal deworming and heartworm preventative. Her feet and pads are very sore and swollen from standing on wire. Her slight anemia is being treated.

NEW ARRIVALS!!! (PART 3)

Here is the third installment of pics and bios!

TutShe is a 1 to 2 year old female. Looking at her feet we believe she has spent her entire life standing on wire. She is a very small girl. Her right ear has a serious tear in it that has scarred over without being treated. Her left year has signs of injury from wire or bites from other dogs. She has skin, eye and ear infections for which she is receiving treatment. She has received her first set of vaccinations. She is heartworm negative and received her first heartworm preventative and intestinal dewormer. She also received a flea and tick treatment. She is underweight and anemic, for which she is receiving medication.

This poor approximately 10-11 year old female was still being bred by her captors. She is pictured here with her 6 week old puppies, one male and one female. They will be ready for adoption in approximately 2-3 weeks. She has been a great mother because the puppies are in excellent health. however she suffers from everything from terrible teeth - arthritic feet (splayed and curved) from years of standing on wire. She has eye, ear and skin infections from horrendous living conditions. She is snaggle-toothed and suffers from a terrible overbite. She is mildly heartworm positive. She received one set of vaccinations and is being treated for her infections, anemia and malnourished condition. She is extra shy and tries to melt into a corner so she won't be picked up.

As with many puppy mills and back yard breeders, other animals are part of their world. This beautiful snowshoe kitten, approximately 8 weeks of age and has a fantastic personality. She received deworming, her first set vaccinations and flea-tick treatment. She loves dogs.

She is a 6 to 8 year old female Chihuahua. She is being treated for excessive tarter and gum disease. She will need her teeth cleaned and possibly a few pulled when she is spayed. She has spayled feet with significant sore pads. She has been a mother dog many, many times. She is being treated for serious anemia, infected ears and slight eye infections. Antibiotics are being given for both skin and teeth. Skin is has roughness as a result of living in filthy conditions. She tested slightly positive for heartworms. She has received her first set of vaccinations and deworming for intestinal worms. She will being heartworm preventative in a few weeks when her immunity increase. She is quite shy and will need and happy but quiet home.

He is approximately 3 years of age. He is being treated for mild ear and eye infections. the end of his ears were exceptionally nasty where they touched the bottom and edge of the cage nastiness. He has splayed feet and is being treated for pad and nail bed infections. He tested negative for heartworms. He has had one set of vaccinations, intestinal deworming and his first heartworm prevenative. He received a medicated bath for his skin.

NEW ARRIVALS!!!! (PART 2)

Here are a few more of the dogs. I will keep posting until they are all on my blog for you to see.

Thank you,

Tutankhamun

She is a litter mate to one of the previous posted Dachshunds puppies, approximately 10 weeks old. She is being treated for eye and ear infections. She has sore but her nasty nails have been trimmed and cleaned. She is also being treated for anemia and a slight skin infection from living in filthy conditions. She has received her first set of vaccinations, been dewormed, flea and tick preventative has been applied and she has been given her first heartworm preventative. She and her litter mates are very sweet but timid.

She is a female, approximately 10 week old female dachshund mix. She is being treated for eye and ear infections. She has sore but her nasty nails have been trimmed and cleaned. She is also being treated for anemia and a slight skin infection from living in filthy conditions. She has received her first set of vaccinations, been dewormed, flea and tick preventative has been applied and she has been given her first heartworm preventative. She and her litter mates are very sweet but timid.

This little male Chihuahua Dachshund mix is approximately 9 months of age. He has retained baby teeth that will need to be removed when he is neutered. He has some minor hairloss and skin infection as a result of living in filthy conditions. He is being treated for mild ear and eye infections. He has been dewormed, given his first set of shots and received his first heartworm preventative (he tested negative for heartworms). He has a very outgoing personality.

She is a female Chihuahua. We estimate that she is approximately 5 years of age. She has serious dental issues and will need a teeth cleaning when she is spayed. She is receiving antibiotics for her skin and teeth. She has splayed and sore feet with nail bed infections for which she was treated. She tested very slightly positive for heartworms. She was given her first set of vaccinations, deworming for intestinal worms and will be able to start heartworm preventative as soon as she is a little healthier. She is also being treated for mild eye and ear infections. She is very, very timid and will need a foster family to help with the transition to become a "real" dog.

He is an 8 week old Dachshund Chihuahua mix. He is the litter mate to the previously posted puppies. He has a wonderful disposition. He was filthy, had excessive nail growth and sore pads. There was some minor tearing from living in filthy conditions. He received his first set of vaccinations, deworming and his first heartworm preventative. He received a good bath and flea/tick preventative.

WE HAVE ARRIVED!!!!

These are some of the dogs that came from the recent puppymill seizure that NAFA, along with two other rescues, is helping to house, care for, and ultimately adopt out.


Female Yorkie Mix, approximately 4 months of age. She was flea and tick infested, but has received two baths and preventative. She tested negative for heartworms and received her first set of vaccinations and heartworm preventative. She has minor eye infection in her left eye and has sore pads from standing on wire. She will receive antibiotics for the next several days. She will be groomed in the next several days. She is naturally a little frightened but is warming up to humans very quickly.

8 week old male Chihuahua / Dachshund Mix. He has a wonderful disposition. He was filthy, had excessive nail growth and sore pads. There was some minor tearing from living in filthy conditions. He received his first set of vaccinations, deworming and his first heartworm preventative. He received a good bath and flea/tick preventative.

8 week old male Chihuahua / Dachshund Mix. He has a wonderful disposition. He was filthy, had excessive nail growth and sore pads. There was some minor tearing from living in filthy conditions. He received his first set of vaccinations, deworming and his first heartworm preventative. He received a good bath and flea/tick preventative.

She is approximately 6 years of age. She is completely matted to the skin, with hair like concrete. She will be groomed tomorrow. She has a sweet disposition but is quite afraid of people. She has both ear and eye infections and is receiving treatment for both. Her feet are sore and splayed from standing on wire. She has received her first set of vaccinations, tested negative for heartworms and has started on heartworm medication and a general dewormer. Her gentle and frightened demeanor will require a quite home with patient and loving family.

She is a very small Boston Terrier and due to deliver puppies within the next few days. She will remain in foster care until her puppies are born and at least 8 weeks of age. She was anemic and shows signs of serious flea and tick infestation. Her feet are sore and splayed from standing on wire. She is being treated for ear mites and eye infection. She was given her first set of vaccinations and will be heartworm tested in the next couple of days. Our volunteers are working hard to keep her stress level at a minimum.

These are just a few of the animals that came from this awful place! I hope that you will keep checking in with us to see the rest!!!

Hopeful & Positive,

Tut

THEY HAVE ARRIVED!!!!

These guys and gals had quite the ride today!

Even though it looks a bit crowded!!

They had a ride to freedom that surely none of the had ever dreamed of....

Stay tuned for updated pictures of individual animals as NAFA processes them in.

They will be too afraid for me to visit tonight, but Mom has shown me pictures. I can't wait to greet them with a little Mastiff drool, nothing says "Welcome to freedom!" quite like that! I will keep you posted as I receive new information.

Keep Your Chin Up,

Tutankhamun

Puppy mill rescue – September 2009

Over the past several months NAFA has been busy investigating complaints of several different small puppy mills, a medium size puppy mill and two disreputable back yard breeders. Although most of the investigations are still on-going, one such investigation has ended with the closure of the puppy mill, an agreement not to breed again and the surrender of their dogs.

Today, September 2nd, the first of the dogs rescued from a small puppy mill near Jonesboro will be removed and taken to NAFA’s Animal Services building at about 6:00 pm. Most of these are small breed dogs some pregnant and some with puppies.

The dogs were among 60+ small breed animals taken away from terrible conditions.
It's the kind of story that brings NAFA volunteers to tears. Tears of sorrow at the conditions the dogs have lived in and tears of joy that the dogs will never live in such conditions again.
There are a range of emotions that take place as puppy mill or bad breeders are investigated. First you are horrified, then angered, then sorrowful and finally an unbelievable sense joy encompasses you as these dogs begin to transform.

This is the 5th puppy mill or bad breeder situation that NAFA has rescued dogs from this year alone. This trip, we have received 21 dogs and puppies (Yorkie Mixes, Chihuahuas , Dachshunds, Boston Terrier, etc) and some small animals (hamster and guinea pigs). We expect to take more in several weeks.

Many of the dogs have lived their entire lives in a cage, with little to no human contact. Many of the dogs are malnourished and filthy. They will receive health checks, heartworm testing, vaccinations, deworming and, of course, bathes, grooming and flea-tick treatment.
It is heart wrenching that these dogs came into this world and have never gotten to experience being “real” dogs and having a families to love them. But it is also heart warming to know that within the next few weeks these dogs will find “heaven on earth” as they are fostered or adopted into loving homes.

Knowing what all the dogs have been through it is always surprising to find that some are friendly and will fit right in to the appropriate home.

To inquire about one of these dogs for adoption or foster, or to make a donation to support their care, email our director at wanndat@fastdata.net. Photos and bios of these dogs will be available in the next few days at our website http://www.nafarescue.org/ or on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/NAFA.rescue.

Thanks,

Tut

Tower of Terror

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the animals of Northeast Arkansas by viewing the Tower of Terror. It is not something that everyone can linger and look at but helps with the understanding of the abuses that are investigated in our area.

Even the head of Animal Control, Larry Rogers, could not resist the adoreable Skunk, who is NAFA's designated canine for puppy mill education.

Here is Skunk with her intake picture when she first came to NAFA from the puppymill she and several others were taken from.

NAFA chose this time to also honor our local Animal Control Officers in Jonesboro. They are a great team of individuals and we are honored to work with them to make Jonesboro a better place for the animals.

Lots of people donated $1.00 for each rose and place card in honor of a living pet or relative or in memory of a lost pet or family member. Thank you to all who donated. Your money will help NAFA to keep up the community programs we do.

Place cards like these with individual roses are sold for each event. These cards read
"In remembrance of Bear and Stormy. Your Mom, Lisa will miss you for the rest of her lifetime."

Some people came out early.

Some of the newer volunteers were learning for the first time some of the cases we have been through. Seeing the faces of desperation and then watching them turn to recognition is one of the best feelings that a person can have.

One of the best quotes that has ever came from a person's mouth.

The Tower of Terror! This has become an annual event and honors some of the animals that NAFA has dealt with in the past few years. While some of the images are graphic, they are necessary to convey our message to the public.

Till Next Time,

Tut

DESPERADO

I have been out again with the NAFA RAID team and you won't believe this poor dog that we brought back. I want to warn you that it isn't a pretty site, but I think you should all know about this dog. You see, someone dropped it off at the end of a country road near the house of an elderly man. The elderly, disabled man told us that he called everyone trying to find someone to help him. After almost a week he called a vets office who referred him to NAFA. That's when the RAID team and I responded.


WARNING ... these are photos of my poor friend.

He had no name so I've called him "Desperado". I think you will know why.

As you can see, he is so covered in mange that his skin is actually oozing.

His feet were so bad that he was unable to walk straight.

The vet told me that he was one of the worst cases of untreated mange that he had ever seen.

Of course, they won't let me close because I might catch it. However, that didn't stop the RAID Team from holding and loving on him while the veterinarian quietly euthanized him. His temperature was nearly 107 degrees. He was having seizures and there was serious brain damage already. There were many questions that went through my mind as I watched my humans work with "Desperado" ...

How could someone dump this poor dog on a country road, to die alone and in such miserable pain? Why did it take so many days of suffering before the elderly man could find someone to help him?

I am so lucky to have a family now, what more can I do to stop the suffering of the many animals in this area? The humans of the RAID team are comforting me now. They tell me that my blog will help. They also say that although I am incredibly sad, that I should also be happy that we were able to stop his suffering. Many people will be too sad to look at the pictures ... but I say that everyone should look at him and think about his suffering. Then, they should pledge to help rescues in their area because I know that he is not the only dog to suffer. I know there are hundreds or even thousands of suffering animals and the only way to help them is to help the rescues. So, make a donation to a rescue you know that works abuse cases, even if it is just a dollar. Because without your support animals liked "Desperado" won't get any help.

With Sadness and Determination,

Tutankhamun

PROTESTING IS HEATED!

Who knew dogs were so opinionated?

Hey, Tut here just wanted to update you on the latest happenings. We are fed up with the only the male cats in our community getting neuter rights. Dogs deserve those rights also and spaying should be included. Equal opportunity should be given to dogs and cats so that low cost altering can be had by all!

Dakota was glad that her Mom allowed her to participate. She was taking a small break.

Issy was not going to be outdone and when her shorter sibling, Patti, said that she was protesting Issy eagerly volunteered!

Patti was really excited about being involved but would have loved it if the kind people at the bakery where we protested would have let her come in for a moment in the air conditioning.

Watch for protesting in your neighborhood! You never know where we could go next!

Till Next Time,

Tutankhamun