The situation in Japan is so serious we may feel helpless, but here is some information from a Japanese contact which might be helpful:
* Stories :
**A man and his little muddy dog (rescued by a fireman) reunite
Websites/groups that are helping animals in the areas hit by Tsunami :
* APPEAL for HELP for the ANIMALS made HOMELESS by the EARTHQUAKE and TSUNAMI by ARK BARK
http://www.arkbark.net/?q=en/node/2901
* Shippononakama Ibaraki *
http://shippononakama.kuronowish.com/transfer/
* I Love Cat *
Information on missing or found pets, refuge locations.
* We Are Feral Cats *
http://wearechikineko.blogspot.com/2011/03/animal-rescue-and-relief-npos-relevant.html
* HEART Tokushima * is one of 3 animal rescue organizations in Japan now preparing to move in to help cats and other animals in the areas most affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Visit their web site for more information.
http://www.heart-tokushima.com/ENGLISH/WELCOME.html
World Vets has been monitoring the situation in Japan with regards to the impact of the earthquake and tsunami that has recently hit the island nation. We are currently working to coordinate relief efforts for the animal victims affected by these unfortunate disasters. We have made contact with US Army veterinary associates stationed in Japan as well as Japan based animal charities and World Vets veterinary volunteers who remain on standby. At this time, we have supplies ready to go and are preparing the deployment of a first-responder team to carry out an “on the ground” assessment and provide initial aid. We will post all updates and progress of our efforts on this page.
UPDATE 9:24 PM (MARCH 12)
Our emergency response teams are currently on alert as we monitor the developing news related to nuclear threats in Japan. We are receiving updates from our contacts currently in Japan.
Thank you SheltonMason ParrotRescue for the information.
HELP JAPAN’S PETS– Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support by SheltonMason ParrotRescue on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 3:25pm
The group, through Cat Galaxy, Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support are gathering resources to help the animals that have been displaced due this tragedy in Japan.
* American Red Cross (for people in need) *
Thank you so much for your time and help.
~ Miwa