Animal Rescue Groups And What You Can Do For Those In Need

Hurricane Harvey is a tropical cyclone that hit the shores of United States recently, building up from the 17th of August 2017. It strengthened around the 25th of August, leaving devastating aftermaths from dangerously flooding Texas. The death toll of this catastrophic disaster is currently at 65. The state of emergency of this multitude is surviving with help from its own country, President Trump was at the scene of aftermath, making an official funding request for aiding survivors of the hurricane.

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Major celebrities like Leonardo Di Caprio, and Sandra Bullock were one of the few whom made million dollar donations. Our very own sunny island Singapore had a part to play too, The Singapore Armed Forces has dispatched Chinook helicopters to aid in search and rescue. Much of the dangerous period has since subsided, and folks are now on the route to recovering from the traumatic disaster.

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Lost But Not Forgotten

Hurricane Harvey has left many homes and structures destroyed, and survivors are now living within shelters. In a state of panic, some Pet owners may not have the luxury of evacuating their Pets in time. This time, the relief efforts of the nation also rounded up stranded pets and animals! Brave Folks were seen evacuating their homes through waist-high water levels while clutching their Fur-babies. Watching these heart-warming footages only made us think “We would have done the same too for our Pets!”

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As of now, folks are still touring spots on the lookout for animals in need. If we had lost our Pets during a disaster, we would be ever grateful to find them alive and well after being rescued by a kind stranger. Continued rescue efforts also showed how everyone helped out in saving stranded Pets, even the wildlife!

Viewer Discretion: Tear-jerking footage

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Did you know? Pets and animals were not allowed in shelters during Hurricane Katrina, which left many folks refusing to evacuate and leave their beloved Pets behind. We are glad the regulations have since changed for the better!

Animal Rescue In Singapore

While we are fortunately not living in a location so susceptible to immense natural disasters, the common issue we possess is working towards proactive rescue, stopping animal abuse and aiding the noble cause of adopting a Pet as opposed to buying one. You might not have noticed it, but much of these works belong to non-profitable groups whom provide a loving roof over these fragile creatures.

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What would you do if you saw an animal in need?

We come across many strays in our lives, but unusual behaviour may cause us to think twice. Like how a Pet with collar shouldn’t be seen out without its owner nearby, at times, the animal seems lost or frightened. We hate to admit it but that most of us choose to turn a blind eye when they see an animal in need. However, it is also safe to say that in every animal lover, there’s a kind hearted soul ready to help! Contacting help would also mean that we’d have to stay by the animal until rescue arrives. This greatly ensures there’s immediate and accurate information on the animal’s whereabouts (because you’re right by it ☺)

Animal Rescue And Shelters Of Singapore

The first humane association dedicated for animals and wildlife that comes to mind is namely the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals) and ACRES (Animal Concerns Research and Education Society) with a 24hr Rescue hotline.

SPCA

50 Sungei Tengah Road Singapore 699012

Rescue Hotline - 62875355 extension 9

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ACRES

91 Jalan Lekar Singapore 698917

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Some of our good folks have banded together with hopes of rescuing as many abandoned animals as possible here on our sunny island. A few are currently at full-capacity and unable to take in any more rescues. Visiting of these shelters are also by appointment only, do check with them beforehand ☺ These are the non-profit organisations in the order of Dogs, Cats and Rabbits.

Voices For Animals

Email - [email protected]

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VFASIN/

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Animal Lovers League

Tel - +65 9154 6422

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SOSD (Save Our Street Dogs)

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OSCAS (Oasis Second Chance Animal Shelter)

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ASD (Action For Singapore Dogs)

Email - [email protected]

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Uncle Khoe’s K9

Tel    : +65 8298 8129 / +65 8750 2440

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CWS (Cat Welfare Society)

Email - [email protected]

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HRSS (House Rabbit Society)

Email - [email protected]

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How Can I Help These Animals?

Apart from contacting help for rescues, there are many ways to provide assistance to these shelters. Rescued animals are provided the much needed food, housing and also medical care, which is why shelters absolutely appreciate as much help from the public in any means possible. If you wish to, you may also make a donation in forms of food, products and if possible, some of your time to volunteer at these shelters!

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A little effort from everyone can go a long way into providing safe and comfortable housing for these lives, until they find a forever home. Better yet, when you are absolutely ready and committed for a Pet, adopt one!

You might wanna check out how some local events help groups educate and raise funds for these animals:

Pet Expo Singapore 2017

Yishun Pets Fiesta 2017

Pet Carnival at Sunset Way Family Day

It’s A Paw Party at Sixth Avenue Playground

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Furkid Family Day by MercyLight Adoption

Furkid Family Day

The weather last weekend was absolutely unbearable, at least that’s what we thought, while we made our way to Sentosa in the morning of 17^th June. Nevertheless we were grateful to be invited to a private event as hosted by MercyLight Adoption Shelter, a Furkid Family Day. This was an annual tradition as practised by the shelter, in attempts to gather owners and Dogs (previously rescued and adopted) for a little fun in the sun. Photo Credits go out to everyone at the gathering, thank you!

This is only a small fraction of the meetup

Game On!

When we arrived this little private event already had all hands and paws full, there were ongoing games, laughter, cheering all around, and we were greeted by a few friendly Pooches, who seemed all too eager to say hi and get back to their games after ☺ Well these were very cleverly strategic games, in which we feel were all meant to allow owners to bond and get to know each other’s Pets better.  

Get all these colourful balls on!

Introductions

Game 1 had major introductory vibes, kinda like how you would go around in a circle and introduce yourself at meetings or camps, but instead, here owners had to line up their Dogs according to their age and month in descending order. Thereafter they had to write their Doggo’s name and age on a board and hold it up whilst standing beside their Doggies. What a unique way to meet and greet, dontcha’ think?

This is Spring

Ball Fetch!

The second game with a huge twist, because Doggos here had to “fetch” a truckload of balls at one time (don’t worry no abuse here, we’ll explain) Owners had to don a t-shirt on their Dogs and stick as much Plastic balls on them, these balls had little Velcro strips on, and they were required to walk from one end to another, keeping as much balls on as possible. 

Feels kind funny, but hey I'm soooo happy!

Toby: I'm Ready!

What remaining balls left on will be transferred to the next Dog in the same team, teamwork, teamwork, teamwork! We can’t get over how amusingly cute these Dogs looked.

Is the shirt too huge, or am I too small? 

This feels like a massage...

Hoops And Bottles

The last bonding game had 3 sections to it, with the first being a human chain where owners were supposed to loop through a hoop and advance to the 2^nd station. 3 Selected Dogs in the team will have to pass through hoops (held low) and upon completion the last station springs to action, Doggos and owners go for a swim! 

Ha! This is a piece of cake ☺

Yeay!

Off to collect cups from an umpire standing in the sea, and swim on back to shore to fill a bottle with as much water as they can.

Okay, let's bring this water back! 

 

MercyLight Adoption Efforts

This private event is held annually ever since MercyLight Adoption began from humble beginnings of one lady, back in 2009. Official commencement of these gatherings started in 2012. In case you were wondering, they do not only have private events, in fact, the last we saw them was at Furry Friends (Causeway Point)! Furkid Family Day was actually held on two days, a flexible option for Owners. 

Tiny Girls, big Doggos

Seeing how much fun the Dogs and Owners had, we couldn’t help but feel cheery no matter how hot the weather was. This was truly a gathering where owners and their Doggies could mingle and make new friends, not to mention their very own little support group whenever they needed advice or quick tips. 

I see you

Last but not least, some of these Dogs were rescued as siblings or best friends, imagine the joy they must have felt, still being able to meet their loved ones every once in awhile ☺ We felt all of the warmth not just from the weather, but also upon seeing how free and happy the Dogs were. We left with our hearts full of love, to the next event One Furry Fiesta. Thank you for letting us crash your little gathering, MercyLight!

Gotta Stay Hydrated!

Yep, I like this.

Is there something on my nose?