10/01/2024
So many lost & found animals these shelters are caring for 💛🙌🏻
You all have VERY important questions. We are going to do our best to answer all of them. Some of the answers are hard for us too. Thank you for your patience as we redistribute some of our resources back to strengthen our communications. Please know we are doing everything in our power to support our animals, your animals, and our greater community.
1. How can I help?
We have 2 primary needs:
Monetary Donations - we are facing unprecedented challenges. Your donation helps us care for these animals, even in the most difficult circumstances. You can donate at our link in bio or by following this link: https://tinyurl.com/AshevilleHumaneDonate
Gas! Gas allows us to transport our animals to safety, ensure our caretakers can make it to the shelter, and launch our outreach team into the community. You can bring gas to 14 Forever Friend Lane in exchange for LOTS of gratitude.
2. Do you need fosters?
Currently we cannot accept new fosters. If you have fostered with us in the past we would love to hear from you! If you are looking to support amazing organizations through fostering, we encourage you to contact Madison County Animal Shelter, Brother Wolf, and other shelters in your area to find out their needs.
3. Where can I find dog/cat food?
Many of the local food distribution centers including the official FEMA Shelters are passing out animal food in addition to supplies for people. Several pet stores are opening on a limited basis to provide the opportunity for pet owners to access the resources they need (please find resources in the document below.)
4. Do you need volunteers?
This is tricky. Sometimes - yes, desperately. Other times it’s “hurry up and wait.” If there is a specific need for volunteers we will broadcast it here and accept your support! You can also join our volunteer facebook group for the latest updates on our needs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/628322180575286/
5. I found an animal! What do I do?
Out of an abundance of caution we cannot cannot accept animals at this time. Without running water, there is no safe way to shelter more animals. We encourage you to shelter the animal if possible and provide food and water. If you require resources, please refer to the resources we have provided, government issued announcements, and the resources shared by your community. As soon as we are able to accept animals we will let you know!
6. How are the farm animals?
The farm animals are cared for at the Buncombe County farm, and we are hoping to connect with them as soon as possible. We will be sure to provide updates as we receive them.
7. Where can I find veterinary support?
Currently, several emergency vets operating on emergency basis only. We have provided a list of resources shared with us. Please call them to verify their current operating status prior to traveling to their location. If you have non-emergency needs we encourage you to consider a vet consultation app such as Just Answer, Pet Coach, or Chewy’s vet support (please note we have no relationship with these companies)
8. How can I best help the animals in my community?
Bringing pet food to distribution centers, checking in on your furry neighbors, and sheltering strays, if able, are the most important community needs. The shelters, rescues, and community in this area are a team. When in doubt, reach out. There is so much need and we are grateful for your efforts.
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Here’s the deal, team. We are going through unprecedented challenges as a community. Taking care of each other is the only way forward - and that includes chipping in to care for our animals. Please share (verified) resources below. Let us know where the gas is, what distribution centers have pet food, and what shelters are accepting animals. Thank you for supporting each other. Thank you for supporting us.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/154hYrmMKWNKWIwcTkUP8GhcAn4z4LXnFr2AKMgv3Qik/preview =h.6uj98onhfl96