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Humane Society of the US (HSUS Disaster Center)

Organization: HSUS - Disaster Relief
Facility Type: Animal Shelter
Status: Open

Address:
2100 L St., NW
Washington, DC, DC 20037
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Main/General Business Number: 202-452-1100
Website: http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/hsus_disaster_center/







This organization provides Temporary or Permanent Service? Temporary

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August 30, 2012

Animal Rescue Team Deploys to Flooded Areas
Isaac wreaks havoc on Gulf Coast
http://www.humanesociety.org/news/dispatch/2012/08/hurricane-isaac-0830712.html

FACEBOOK -
https://www.facebook.com/humanesociety
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2010 OIL SPILL
http://www.humanesociety.org/news/

June 17, 2010
More Must Be Done for Gulf Wildlife
an email from HSUS president, Wayne Pacelle, to HSUS members
http://www.humanesociety.org/news/news/2010/06/fort_jackson_slideshow.html

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NVOAD SitRep 6/16/10
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is responding to the oil spill by assessing the state of field and marine life and donating pet food. The President and CEO of HSUS, Wayne Pacelle, is leading a team of marine biologists, wildlife experts and veterinarians, along with Senator Vitter of Louisiana, in a multi-state field assessment of the impact of the oil spill on animals and birds.

In response to the increased relinquishment of dogs since the oil spill, HSUS coordinated the donation of 12.5 tons of pet food to Plaquemines Animal Welfare Society, a no-kill shelter, and St. Bernard parishes for distribution to their residents. As part of their assessment the group visited an established bird care center in Plaquemines Parish and saw hundreds of birds in various stages of oil contamination treatment. The need for additional resources was noted. A similar situation involving turtles was witnessed at the Audubon Nature Institute, where approximately 50 turtles, mostly juvenile endangered Kemp’s ridley turtles, were being treated and rehabilitated. HSUS will continue their assessment of field and marine life along the Gulf Coast and plan for the long-term effects of the spill.

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http://www.humanesociety.org/news/press_releases/2010/06/hsus_gulf_oil_assessment_061410.html
June 14, 2010

The HSUS Releases Preliminary Assessment of BP Oil Spill at Press Conference in La.
HSUS President and CEO Wayne Pacelle calls impact on wildlife far-reaching and the task monumental

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Visit the website and you'll find more information about preparing your animals for disasters. Consider how you can become a National Disaster Animal Response Team member and attend a training course. You can also find out about past HSUS disaster response efforts in the archives, and read the latest news from the field.

The HSUS Disaster Services staff have information to help you plan for the needs of your pets, horses, and livestock before, during, and after any disaster, whether natural or man-made
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Course Descriptions:

Disaster Animal Response Training (DART): The three-day course (22 + hours of training) covers these key topics: introduction to animals in disaster and preparedness; Incident Command System; legal issues; communications; and teamwork. Other major topics covered include: community animal needs/damage assessment; team response and procedures; animal care and handling; emergency animal shelters; equipment; and responder health and safety, including stress management. Table-top exercises and (optional) mock disaster simulation will give students the chance to use and combine the skills learned during the training, including implementing ICS; communications; equipment; damage assessment; establishing an incident command post, setting up an Emergency Animal Shelter; responding to rescue requests, dealing with the media, and taking care of the team.

Emergency Animal Sheltering (EAS): The two-day course (12 + hours) offers hands-on learning about the methods for sheltering animals affected by disaster. Includes key topics as outlined for DART. Includes table-top exercises and (optional) mock shelter simulation so students can practice what they have learned through setting up an emergency animal shelter; selecting a location for an Emergency Animal Shelter; implementation of ICS; basic setup of shelter areas; needs of various animals; logistics; health and safety and stress management; and teamwork.

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FOR Regional Offices and the areas they serve: http://www.hsus.org/about_us/regional_offices/

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Programs & Services

HSUS's Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS)
http://www.ruralareavet.org/

The success of our program depends on the generosity of volunteers and donors who support this important work. You can help us continue by volunteering your time or making a donation.

National Disaster Animal Response Team: Volunteer Opportunities
http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/hsus_disaster_center/volunteer_for_the_hsus_disaster_animal_response_team.html

The aim of The Humane Society of the United States may seem simple�promoting the protection of all animals�but it requires a wide range of actions and strategies. Since its establishment in 1954, The HSUS has developed programs to take on animal abuse and exploitation wherever it occurs.

Our mission covers a surprisingly broad range of concerns: Companion Animals works with pet owners, the animal-care and control community, and legislators. Wildlife and Habitat Protection strives to protect wildlife in their natural habitats as well as in captivity. Likewise, our Marine Mammals staff fights for better conditions, both in the wild and in captivity, for whales, manatees and other at-risk marine mammals. Government Affairs lobbies on behalf of animals at the federal, state, and local levels, while Farm Animal Welfare works for the more humane treatment of animals raised and killed for meat, eggs, and milk, and combats the spread of factory farming.

Animal Research campaigns to raise awareness of the pain and distress suffered by animals used in research, while Investigative Services works to expose animal fighting, the fur trade, greyhound racing, and the Norwegian whaling industry, among other issues. Field Services oversees the work of the nine HSUS regional offices, which extend the organization's national programs into the community. And Humane Society University coordinates all HSUS training activities and creates and enhances educational opportunities

Info Source/Changes:
http://www.disasternews.net/news/news.php?articleid=3429
(see full history)

Created At: Fri Jan 19 22:29:23 +0000 2007
Updated At: Fri Aug 31 22:19:30 +0000 2012
Updated By: DNug


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