Saturday, August 30, 2008

Transports to Save a Life (or several!)

Often times shelters and animal rescue groups in the other parts of the US have more space to save animals than we do here in the Southeast. Because they don't have as much of a pet overpopulation problem, they can help by taking in animals from our part of the country. But what are the logistics involved with this?? (More than you would think!)

Well some wonderful people put together intricate routes and then work diligently to spread the word about each transport that is scheduled. Volunteers dedicate time to driving one or more leg of the transport to get the rescued animals from start to finish safely. Kelly Gibson is one of the wonderful organizers and has helped save MANY animals through her transports. You can keep up to date with her scheduled transports through her blog:

http://community.greatergoodnetwork.com/blog/Kelly-Gibsons-Transport/1800024837.

And if you see one you can help with, don't be shy! Step up and volunteer. You get to meet a new furry friend (or friends!) and spend a couple hours to ensure they are going to a great place. I have driven 3 transports for her...some of the pictures of the wonderful pups I have driven are below.



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