American Humane Association

The Animals of Fukushima

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:18:32 +0000

Nearly a year ago, the world watched in horror as one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded happened off the coast of Japan, causing devastating tsunamis and triggering nuclear meltdowns at the power plant in Fukushima. The result of the disaster was catastrophic: more than 15,000 deaths, hundreds of billions of dollars in damage,Read More

My message of caring, compassion, and hope to the people of Japan

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:21:53 +0000

My trip to Japan, nearly one year after it was struck by a devastating earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster, has been eye-opening on a number of levels. I’ve learned much by touring the shelters and finding out about the work they are doing on the ground to help animals that are still suffering and homelessRead More

Thoughts from a Tokyo Shelter

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:49:03 +0000

Yesterday, I detailed the purpose of my visit to Japan to bring hope and help to the animal relief organizations still tirelessly working to address the needs of the countless animals still affected by last year’s devastating earthquake and tsunami. In that post, I mentioned my visit to a couple of shelters – one permanent,Read More

A Special Valentine’s Day Delivery of Hope to Earthquake Victims in Japan

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:34:27 +0000

Greetings from Tokyo! This week I am on a special mission to Japan representing American Humane Association as I bring a message of hope and help to the remaining animal victims of the devastating 2011 earthquake. Immediately following this disaster on March 11, 2011, American Humane Association sent a shipment of supplies and donations toRead More

A visit with some of the Memphis Airlift’s fuzzy flyers

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:30:08 +0000

I hope you’ve been following the inspiring tale of the 141 dogs sheltered and cared for by our Red Star™ Rescue Team in Memphis over the past few weeks. Since World War I, our team has been ready to deploy around the world wherever and whenever there are animals in need of our care. FinallyRead More

A flight to freedom for rescued dogs in Memphis

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:06:51 +0000

I’m sure you’ve been monitoring the progress of our Red Star™ Rescue Team in Memphis working diligently to care for and comfort 141 hungry, thirsty and frightened dogs rescued from the back of a U-Haul trailer. Now we’re working hard to find them loving homes where they will be given a second chance. That secondRead More

American Humane Association thanks TIME and responds!

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:07:10 +0000

Kudos to Bryan Walsh for his thought-provoking recent articles on the increasingly complex issue of ensuring the well-being of animals throughout the many roles they play in our lives — and we in theirs. We especially appreciate his shining a spotlight on the indefensible practice of creating private zoos for vanity, show or profit. TheRead More

Our Red Star™ rescue team on its way to rescuing 141 animals

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:55:34 +0000

Less than a year after a deployment to Memphis to rescue and shelter animals who were victims of last summer’s horrendous flooding, American Humane Association is sending its Red Star™ Animal Emergency Services team to the River City. A contingent of two Red Star staff and 10 volunteers will assist in the rescue and shelteringRead More

Steve Dale Announces New e-Books for the Holidays

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D., President and CEO — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:01:01 +0000

American Humane Association National Ambassador and board member Steve Dale has just announced that he has published two new e-books in time for the holidays detailing tips for tackling some of the most common issues dog and cat owners encounter. “Good Dog,” and, you guessed it, “Good Cat,” are each formatted as a Q&A withRead More

Keeping Pets Safe for the Howlidays

Steve Dale, CABC, Board Member and National Ambassador — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:18:10 +0000

1) LIMIT TABLE SCRAPS. When you have a dozen dinner guests, and everyone from Aunt Ethel and Uncle Fred are all offering table scraps, it may be too much for a small dog or cat to handle. Even big pets are too often treated for everything from minor tummy upset to pancreatitis. 2) WATCH WHATRead More