Flooded-out, abandoned Cedar Rapids pets adopted in Chicago today July 6, 2008
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From CBS2 Chicago:
VIDEO: Four-legged flood victims seek new owners
When Quincy, Ill. And Cedar Rapids, Iowa were ravaged by floods last month, there was a human toll paid in damaged property and lost homes, but there was also a toll exacted on pets.
“The people that lost their homes, they lost everything – they moved in with family, most of them and they can’t keep their pets,” said PAWS Chicago founder Paula Fasseas. …
“Many people just abandoned dogs and let them loose,” Fasseas said. …
If you think you’d benefit by taking home a flood dog you can do so Sunday from 11-5 p.m. at PAWS Chicago on North Clybourn.
Dog photos and additional details available from PAWS Chicago site, including this Dogs available for adoption page (look for “Iowa Rescue Mission”).
The Chicago Tribune also has an article with video: Dogs, cats from flood-ravaged Midwest find new homes.
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