THE PERCH Special E-Zine Info:
September 14, 2001

I want to make our bird lovers aware of ALL THE PETS that may need our help. The horrible tragedy that hit our Nation has also affected America's Pets! Find out how you can help The ASPCA Animal Disaster Relief Fund in New York City.

From the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) web site:

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In response to the World Trade Center disaster, the ASPCA has placed a fully-equipped mobile veterinary unit on the corner of Houston St. and West St. at the Hudson River Pier 40 in New York City. The ASPCA is now working with other authorities to remove pets from homes in the buffer zone (south of Canal St.). The ASPCA is providing emergency relief services to any areas where we can gain access to pets in need.

The ASPCA is working with other authorities, including the NYC Parks Department to rescue animals trapped or left behind in buildings in lower Manhattan during daylight hours.

Anyone interested in volunteering at the site of the mobile clinic or to help with phone calls at our main office, please e-mail volunteer@aspca.org .

The ASPCA Animal Disaster Relief Fund is for anyone wishing to make donations. Call (212) 876-7700 ext 4515 or 4516 to make a donation by phone. You can also make a secure donation online by visiting:

http://www.aspca.org

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Approximately, 4,700 people have been listed as missing in New York. A good percentage had pets. If you can, please make a donation or say a prayer. I feel for these pets who have had their lives disrupted. Let's give them hope!

Rosita Mercado
Bird Editor
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