Dear Animal Lover,
In April, members of the Wayside Waifs Rescue Team flew to Florida to assist the ASPCA in caring for more than 700 cats seized from an animal sanctuary known as Caboodle Ranch. It was the largest rescue mission in history.
The owner of Caboodle Ranch was arrested and charged with animal cruelty. Hundreds of cats were found living in overcrowded and filthy conditions. Many suffered from upper respiratory infections, ringworm and other medical issues.
Four members of Wayside’s Animal Rescue Team nursed these animals back to health in hot, muggy conditions. You can imagine the profound impact this had on our team caring for so many cats in need. During this time, they became attached to several of these cats.
After six months and several adoption events in Florida, most of the cats found forever homes. But seven of the FIV posititive cats were transported to Wayside Waifs because of our strong national reputation. Even the ASPCA knew the best chance at finding a forever family was at Wayside Waifs.
Wayside Waifs welcomed the cats last Friday, August 24th. As soon as their medical and behavior evaluations are complete, they will be ready to find their forever family.
These national calls for help are becoming more frequent. Right now, Wayside’s FEMA certified Animal Rescue and Response Team is on standby, closely monitoring Hurricane Isaac's impact on the Gulf Coast. Just as we responded in Joplin, Wayside will be there to help our furry friends if they’re caught in the wake of a natural disaster.
But we can’t do it alone. Wayside Waifs receives no government funding. Only with your support can we answer the animals' cries for help. Won't you give a helping hand to ensure no animal is left behind?
Cynthia L. Smith
President
Wayside Waifs
In April, members of the Wayside Waifs Rescue Team flew to Florida to assist the ASPCA in caring for more than 700 cats seized from an animal sanctuary known as Caboodle Ranch. It was the largest rescue mission in history.
The owner of Caboodle Ranch was arrested and charged with animal cruelty. Hundreds of cats were found living in overcrowded and filthy conditions. Many suffered from upper respiratory infections, ringworm and other medical issues.
Four members of Wayside’s Animal Rescue Team nursed these animals back to health in hot, muggy conditions. You can imagine the profound impact this had on our team caring for so many cats in need. During this time, they became attached to several of these cats.
After six months and several adoption events in Florida, most of the cats found forever homes. But seven of the FIV posititive cats were transported to Wayside Waifs because of our strong national reputation. Even the ASPCA knew the best chance at finding a forever family was at Wayside Waifs.
Wayside Waifs welcomed the cats last Friday, August 24th. As soon as their medical and behavior evaluations are complete, they will be ready to find their forever family.
These national calls for help are becoming more frequent. Right now, Wayside’s FEMA certified Animal Rescue and Response Team is on standby, closely monitoring Hurricane Isaac's impact on the Gulf Coast. Just as we responded in Joplin, Wayside will be there to help our furry friends if they’re caught in the wake of a natural disaster.
But we can’t do it alone. Wayside Waifs receives no government funding. Only with your support can we answer the animals' cries for help. Won't you give a helping hand to ensure no animal is left behind?
Cynthia L. Smith
President
Wayside Waifs
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