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Stolen Money turns into a Bigger Blessing
 
At PetSmart on Saturdays we set out the donation jars and are so grateful for every dollar dropped in by people on their way out. It was a shock on Saturday when a woman on her way out of the store informed us that a little boy had stuck his hand down in the donation jar and stolen the money inside. He had then ran and jumped in a car with some other people and they had driven away. The jar had held some fives and ones, it was heartbreaking to lose the donations, no matter what the amount. When one of the volunteers fathers heard the story, he immediately gave $100.00 and another gentleman gave $10.00. What was meant for bad, turned into an even bigger blessing. I can not imagine the type of person that allows or encourages their child to steal from a non-profit group, but it speaks in so many ways, for the abandoned, neglected, and abused animals that litter Calcasieu Parish. Until as a whole we can respect these animals and teach our children to respect them, this community will never be able to respect one another. I have a saying that holds true in my heart, "If you can not rub elbows with a dirty, mangy animal, who is in no way responsible for their condition, then you will never rub elbows with a person who is in desperate need of help, due to drugs or homelessness, which may have come about due to bad decisions on their part." The only thing that separates us and our animals from the ones on the street corners, is one decision, just one. We thank God for the blessing that came out of the bad and we press forward in our struggle to save more lives.
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Hope's Call                                                                                          {08-12-09}
 
The last few months have shown an overwhelming increase in animals that are being dumped or owner surrendered due to the economy. We were in a hard place a few weeks ago. Sulphur Animal Control was overcrowded and having to put down two days a week instead of just one. There is no adoption program at Sulphur and the animals' only hope are the rescue groups. The Animal Control Officers there are great working with the groups and try in every way to save as many as they can. The overcrowding and slow adoptions had almost brought the number of animals saved to a stand still.  In one desperate act of hope, an email was sent for for temporary foster homes. It was forwarded all over the state and into Texas. There were 17 replies to the call of hope and 17 out of almost 40 lives were saved that week. To those who forwarded the email and to those who answered Hope's Call by opening their homes, those lives saved will forever be remembered. The volunteers of LaPaw Rescue are so grateful for all the help that was received. Thank you and GOD Bless you all.
Maggie {Therapy Dog In Training}                                                               {08-04-09}
 
 
Maggie is a 4 yr old Basset Hound. What a story this girl has! She was given up by a family who had to move from a house to an apartment. Unfortunately Maggie was over the pet size limits allowed. Given to the family's vet and adopted out a few days later, she was then owner- surrendered by the adopter to Sulphur Animal Control. She had a wild ride and LaPaw Rescue was her safe place to land. She was fully vetted and heartworm negative; other than a few extra pounds and some ear mites she was very healthy.  Maggie went to her first therapy session this week and did a great job. Not only will Maggie have a second chance in her new forever home, she will be able to bring great joy to many!
It is Raining, But We See Blue Skies                                             {9-12-09}
 
 
PetSmart Charities held the fall Adoption weekend September 11-13th. It was a blast even in the rain. We had several adoptions and some of our favorites found wonderful forever families. The rain kept falling all day but there were smiles all around!!
United Way Family & Friend Festival                                   {8-22-09}
 
 
We were invited to have an informational table at the festival. It was so much fun and we met so many great people. Maggie{therapy dog} was so happy to visit with all the children. We have had several new volunteers and awesome contacts from the experience.  It was a great way to spend the Saturday and help raise awareness for animals in need. Left feeling very blessed.
 
TEMPORARY FOSTER HOMES NEEDED!
 
Need more love and laughter in your life?  Make 2010 the year you save a life by becoming a foster parent or foster family for a homeless pet.  We can promise you that this is an experience that is extremely rewarding.
 
How do you become a temporary foster for LAPAW Rescue?  Simple.  Contact us at Petsmart on Saturdays from noon to 3 and fill out a short form.  It is that easy.  Once approved, you can choose the pet you want to foster or we can give you a list of dogs, cats, puppies, or kittens.
 
Please consider opening your heart and your home to save a life!  The animals we save are death-row rescues whose very lives depend on available foster space.  From boxers to yorkies to golden retriever mixes and siamese kittens, we've saved all different sizes and types of pets.  Even rabbits and fish!
 
Join us in giving homeless animals a second chance!  If you would like to speak to someone about becoming a foster home, please contact Marsha at 337-493-3032 or at harleydavidson95th@yahoo.com.
 
 
More on the merger!April 4, 2010
 
Effective April 1, 2010, LAPAW became LAPAW Animal Rescue--the name change is due to our merger with Broken Collars Cat Rescue. While we will work to adopt out some cats and kittens, our primary focus will be trap, neuter, release (TNR).  We see a critical need in this area since there are currently no rescue groups currently involved in TNR.  Donations are needed to support this work since feral cats do not bring in adoption fees. We are also working on submitting grants for financial assistance. If you care to donate, please note TNR on your check or PAYPAL donation so it will be used specifically for TNR. 
 
Since this work involves trapping cats, we also need volunteers willing to assist with trapping and transporting to the vet's office, then returning them to their habitat. If you would care to help with this exciting project, email us at lapaw@bellsouth.net. We will forward your email to Dana Frye who is coordinating this new project.
June 26, 2010 
 
 
Pictures and report on Paws in the Park comming soon!
07/24/10
 
Also coming soon, tips for hurricane preparedness for your pets.
 
In the meantime, DON'T FORGET heartworm prevention for your pets. With peak mosquito season here, only one bite from an infected mosquito can give your pet heartworms--a dreadful condition that can de deadly.
 
 
This precious boy, a recent owner surrender,  was both severely underweight and high positive for heartworms. He will have to put on weight before beginning treatment and then his treatment will be split over two months. So unfortunate for him because it is so easy to prevent. Have your pet(s) tested yearly and KEEP THEM ON HEARTWORM PREVENTION monthly. (Kendall will be available for adoption as soon as his treatment is complete--he is one sweetheart of a guy!)