Animals in Disaster

Are You and Your Pets Prepared for a Disaster?

Jun 09, 2011

Animals are often displaced or abandoned during earthquakes, hurricanes and tornados. Many suffer terribly from injuries, or endure hunger and dehydration. But, it doesn’t have to be this way. Watch an animated public service announcement from WSPA, and read more to learn what you can do to protect your pets ahead of an emergency.

Animal rescue coalition meets objectives and concludes earthquake relief in Haiti

May 03, 2011
Today, the Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti (ARCH) announces that it has successfully met all six objectives outlined in its $1 million agreement with the Haitian government. The overall aim of the relief effort was to improve animal welfare conditions, repair the country’s damaged veterinary capacity and have long-lasting impact for animals and people following the devastating earthquake of 2010. The completion of the objectives marks the end of the coalition’s work in Haiti. 

WSPA Announces Plan to Assist Thousands of Animals in Japan

Mar 25, 2011
The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) today committed $150,000 to assist Japan’s Animal Disaster Response Team (ADRT) – a group of local animal groups, including WSPA’s local member society, the Japan Animal Welfare Society (JAWS) – in providing relief to the thousands of animals affected by the recent disasters.