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| Just like you, we’re animal lovers. We share a lifetime of family pets and volunteer at a couple of shelters. We’ve discovered that it takes dozens of dedicated people, usually working without pay or thanks, to keep animal welfare organizations running smoothly. It’s these wonderful people that motivated us to create AmericaHelpAnimals.com, a state-by-state clearinghouse for great ways animal lovers around the country are helping animals. This idea exchange includes simple ways to help, inspirational quotes, animal facts and statistics, as well as our two animal welfare cartoons, Dog Park and Everyday Cat. You may have seen Dog Park when it was a regular feature in the Humane Society of the United States’ magazine, Animal Sheltering, or in The Pet Press in Los Angeles.  So get comfortable and spend some time exploring our web site. Then please take a minute and let us know about your great ideas so we can pass them along. |
Scroll down for photos of our trips, paintings, fundraiser and books.
Our Visits to Animal Rescues
Around America
| Louisiana SPCA New Orleans, Louisiana |
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 This colorful bus, formerly used for spay neuter services, welcomed us to the LA-SPCA parking lot. |
 Communications Director, Katherine LeBlanc, and a furry friend, tell Joanne about the "Pit Crew" program. |
 The Community Clinic is open to the public. |
 Clever, colorful design showcases adoptable cats. |
| Audubon Aquarium Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rescue Program New Orleans, Louisiana |
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 The Audubon Nature Institute delivers rescue services to marine mammals and sea turtles. |
 Staff and volunteers provide hands-on help through the LA-MM & STRP programs. |
 A fully rehabilitated sea turtle enjoys a swim. |
 Joanne checks out the reef exhibit. |
| Southern Animal Foundation New Orleans, Louisiana |
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 Jim stands near the "dog door" of this non-profit veterinary clinic. |
 A handsome patient waits his turn for low-cost veterinary service. |
 Nutritional support products, medicine and lab tests are available on-site. |
 Three adorable kittens ready to be adopted. |
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Hawaii Island |
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 Donna Whitaker, Executive Director |
 A small, deep pond provides a home for the resident turtle. |
 In warm climates like Hawaii "puppy season" is all year long. |
| 3 Ring Ranch Kona, Hawaii |
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 Ann Goody, Director-Curator, shows Joanne the correct way to greet a bird. |
 The santuary is home to a rare blond zebra. |
 Rescued flamingos "talk" by raising and lowering their back feathers. |
 The mobile medical unit takes help to animals in the community. |
| Hawaii Wildlife Center Kapa'au, Hawaii |
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 Jim stands near the entrance to the treatment, recovery and educational facility now in the final phase of construction. |
 Joanne asks about Linda's twenty-year involvement with wildlife response projects. |
 Linda Elliott, Founder, President and Center Director, outside the construction trailer. |
 The center will offer state-of-the-art assistance for native wildlife. |
| Macaw Landing Wildlife Refuge Portland, Oregon |
 Scarlett, Macaw Landing's inspiration bird. |
 Jack Devine, Founder, shows Joanne the 1,500 square foot flight, home to over 90 macaws. |
 Feeding area |
 "Aren't we gorgeous!" |
 Speckles the donkey gets a smooch from Jack |
| The Cascade Ferret Network Portland, Oregon |
 "I wonder what's inside Jim's pant leg?" |
 Elayne Barclay, CFN coordinator, giving TLC to a foster ferret |
 Cute and comfy in a ferret "sling" |
 "Have you seen me on the ferret cam?" |
 "So many toys, so little time." |
| South Pacific County Humane Society Long Beach, Washington |
 A welcoming shelter inside and out |
 Food + catpans + a sunny perch = cat heaven |
 Kitties relax on the indoor "front porch" |
 Jim and a new furry friend |
 Cheery, cozy kennels with clever dog beds made from half a plastic crate |
| Walkin N Circles Ranch Edgewood, New Mexico |
 Anna Bowser, Administrative Director, introduces Joanne to one of forty rescued horses on the ranch. |
 A volunteer handler helps a horse learn to play as part of it's rehabilitation. |
 A rescued horse experiences wellness and peace in a beautiful setting. |
 TLC and treats are an important part of the program. |
 The farrier checks the horse's hooves and replaces a shoe. |
| Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary for Dogs, Horses and Poultry Santa Fe, New Mexico |
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 Some of the rescued birds and poultry listen in as Ulla Pedersen, Director, tells Joanne each of their stories. |
 A senior dog enjoys Ulla's tender touch. |
 Jim listens as Ulla explains how Eastern and Western medicine are used to help animals. |
 The smile says it all. |
Animal Artwork by Joanne Hubal
 Holly |
 Soccer and Sweetie Pie |
 Mickey |
| Hubal's Garage Sale for Pope County Humane Society Glenwood, Minnesota |
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