IFAW Goes Long Way to Rescue 36 Dogs in Northern Canada
Twenty hours from Toronto, in a remote part of the province of Quebec, IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare) is providing veterinary services to the dogs of the Cree Nation. There is little or no access to vet care in this region. Without veterinary care, and few opportunities for re-homing, sick, injured or unwanted roaming dogs and puppies are often killed. Recently, IFAW stepped in to rescue 36 dogs and puppies that were to be shot. IFAW staff member, Meg Canty, spoke of her experience in Canada:
Often in these remote communities, puppies are adopted, but as they grow up, some are no longer wanted, and left to roam. IFAW continues to educate these communities about proper care and ownership of animals. We also provide spay/neuter programs, vaccinations, and veterinary visits--but it takes time for these programs to have an impact.
When IFAW was alerted that the dogs and puppies were going to be killed, we notified the community that we would be there to receive any unwanted dogs. Several were turned in the first evening we arrived; the final number rescued was 36.
My job was to drive one of the vans, and to feed and walk the dogs over the fourteen-hour ride back to the adoption shelter. I never expected these stray dogs to be so sweet and friendly--no aggression, no accidents, no barking--they were all so good. I also didn't realize how attached I'd become, especially to Bobby Jean who rode shotgun with me. Leaving was extremely emotional, but I’d go again in a minute. Dogs like Bobby Jean deserve safe and loving homes.
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great job!May we one day realize that all animals matter and may no animal ever die unloved.
Keep up your good work.
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Posted by: zain | July 29, 2010 at 03:03 AM
Great work!
I can only imagine the emotions coming with this job... but it is very rewarding!
Keep it up! You're a great inspiration
Posted by: Dennis Oosterbaan | July 29, 2010 at 11:45 AM
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.
"Die Größe eines Volkes und seine moralischen Fortschritte können daran gemessen werden, wie es seine Tiere behandelt."
Those who are cruel to animals cannot be righteous human beings.
Wer gegen Tiere grausam ist, kann kein guter Mensch sein.
Posted by: Reinhard | July 29, 2010 at 12:03 PM
Congrats to all involved. Job VERY WELL Done!!! I know how much I adore my furkids and can't imagine anyone not feeling the same. You're all angels!
Posted by: Barbara | July 29, 2010 at 12:06 PM
I adopted one of the Northern dogs after fostering her .. I have since fostered more of these dogs , They are wonderful ! I would have a house full .. Thank you for all the planning and talking that is needed to get them out !
Posted by: Kathy Underwood | July 29, 2010 at 12:17 PM
Congratulations to you all, happily, this world can count on people like you, those dogs and cats won't never forget you.Thanks for them
Posted by: Nicole G. JAMAR | July 29, 2010 at 12:47 PM
Quel beau travail vous faites! J'imagine facilement l,attachement que Meg a pu vivre et les animaux sauvés aussi.
Et oui, comme le disait Ghandi:" On peut voir la grandeur d'une nation à la façon dont elle traite ses animaux" BRAVO!!!!!
Posted by: Lise Dallaire | July 29, 2010 at 12:49 PM
God bless everyone who participated in this effort. I'm part of the Boxer Rescue group and understand how important your work is.
We recently were tipped-off about a "mill" just 2 miles away...also, a dog fighting group...right in my own town!!! Keep up the good work!!
We ALL have to keep a look-out for the well-being of those who can't escapes human wickedness!!
Posted by: Terry | July 29, 2010 at 01:46 PM
The email notification about the successful adoptions has made my week. You guys are amazing...thank you so much!
Posted by: sheda | July 29, 2010 at 02:21 PM
Bravo!
Posted by: Jean | July 29, 2010 at 03:18 PM
You guys are great!
Posted by: Phil | July 29, 2010 at 03:31 PM
you guys are the top of humanity, the best of our species
Posted by: Jay Shartsis | July 29, 2010 at 04:12 PM
Awesome!
Posted by: Tat | July 29, 2010 at 04:28 PM
I agree with Jay.
You folks are the Best of Humanity. I love and appreciate your motivation and inspiration.
You made my day !
Posted by: Robin Kilgore | July 29, 2010 at 05:58 PM
God bless you guys for all the amazing work you do for all animals! Thank you so much for playing a vital role in the rescue of these beautiful dogs.
Posted by: Lori | July 29, 2010 at 07:59 PM
How moving it is....thank you for all you do. It is a joy to read about it. May the love you give be returned tenfold.
Posted by: linda evans | July 30, 2010 at 02:08 AM
Well done Meg and to all involved in the rescue.
Posted by: Lisa | July 30, 2010 at 03:26 AM
The situation in the north with the dogs is so sad and it is fortunate that we have such amazing people from IFAW to help these dogs! Kudos to you and your work and thank you for helping the dogs!
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Posted by: Marta | July 30, 2010 at 04:12 PM
Thank you so much, you wonderful people for helping these dogs. Shame on those who just throw them out to be shot. Thank goodness IFAW is about to do this tremendous work for our adorable dogs. God Bless you. (and the dogs)
Posted by: Barbara McColl | July 30, 2010 at 06:22 PM
How can any human eing be cruel to any of God's creatures. Animals have emotions and can be hurt by our thoughtfull negliance. I do hope there is an animal Heaven, as I am sure it is getting rather full.
Posted by: Margaret Robertson | July 30, 2010 at 07:22 PM
all of you, will go to heaven. and at that time, may you be greeted by all these four legged creatures that you saved.
Posted by: carla brown | July 31, 2010 at 08:02 AM
What a wonderful story made possible by wonderful people. I read this and I believe the world can be changed. THANK YOU!!!!
Posted by: Kim Moore | July 31, 2010 at 11:35 AM
What a great happenening!!
There is no animal on earth that does not deserve to be loved and cared for. God made the animals for us to love and take care of, and I firmly believe that anyone who is cruel and inhumane to any animal will answer for it. Keep up the great work and saving of these animals. God Bless all of you.
Posted by: joan and mel | August 02, 2010 at 03:32 PM
God Bless you all for caring and stepping in to save these poor dogs. It makes such a wonderful change to hear good news regarding the dogs in China.
Posted by: lynda chabane | August 03, 2010 at 06:21 PM
this is wonderful, thank you
IFAW, for being
there.
Posted by: Jocelyne Slater | August 06, 2010 at 01:12 AM
All I can say is I thank
God for caring, wonderful people like you! What would
this world be like without
all of the animal lovers!!
Posted by: Cindy | August 06, 2010 at 08:47 AM
There's so much sad news about animals out there, so brilliant news like this is wonderful. Thank YOU.
Posted by: breda bergin | August 06, 2010 at 03:10 PM