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Humane Society seeking storm refuge for animals
08/27/08 - 02:57 PM
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The St. Tammany Humane Society is seeking emergency foster homes for numerous dogs and cats in preparation for the arrival of Gustav.

The Covington-area shelter, which is prone to flooding, has 92 dogs and 60 cats and not enough vehicles or volunteers to transport them to safety, the organization.

According to a news release from the organization, the facility can take in water during a heavy thunderstorm, so a hurricane brings the threat of real damage and danger.

The organization is asking the public to provide temporary foster homes for the animals beginning Thursday and bring them back Wednesday after the storm has passed. The shelter also is interested in any transport programs available.

The shelter is no longer accepting animals, and the parish Department of Animal Services has already closed due to hurricane preparedness.

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