I
gave my cat a bath the other day.
He sat there, he enjoyed it, it was fun for me.
The fur would stick to my tongue, but other than that . . .
-Steve Martin
SEPTEMBER 2005
The Animal Resource Directory is a comprehensive directory of every conceivable animal resource in LOUISIANA, including humane societies, adoption centers, vets, pet stores, groomers, and more. “It’s like a treasure hunt,” says Diana. “I get so excited when I discover a new organization I didn’t know about.” So far, the Directory contains over 2700 animal-related programs and services listed provided by 1700+ organizations and companies. The Directory provides information on what to do and who to contact in your area for each category. There is no charge to be listed and no charge to use the directory.
Current Categories:
Adoptions
Adoptions - Cats,Kittens, Dogs,Puppies
Adoptions - Breed Specific
Placement Assistance / Rehoming
Special Needs Animals
Animal
Control
Animal Control - All Services
Bite Investigation
Cruelty Investigation
Dog Pack Control
Fighting Investigation
Found Animal
Lost Animal
Neighbor Animal Annoyances
Commercial
Services
and Products
Apartments, Pet Friendly
Boarding or Daycare
Boutique Items
Burial, Body Disposal
Dog Walking
Grooming
Kennels (Breeding)
Pet Sitting
Pet Supplies
Photography and Portraits
Santa Pet Photos
Travelling with pets
Education/Information/
Support
Animal Assisted Activities and Therapy
Behaviorial Advice
Books and Videos
Clubs and Associations
Death, Bereavement Support
Education Programs
Funding and Grants
Higher Education
KEY Louisiana Animal Welfare Resource
Legislation
Movies
Obedience Training
Online Resources and Information
Publications, Media
TV
Miscellaneous
Birds
Cat Lovers Only
Dog Lovers Only
Event
Fun and Games
Holistic / Natural
Horses
Service Animals
Therapeutic Riding
Other
Assistance Programs
Flea Treatment Assistance
Fostering
Microchipping and Identification
Transport
Rescues/Intakes
Injured Stray
Rescue
Rescue - Breed Specific
Rescue - Wildlife
Sanctuaries
Shelters - Limited Admission
Shelters - Open Admission
Wild Animal Control and Rehabilitation
Vets
Vet Care Assistance
Vets - After Hours Emergency
Vets - General Practice
Vets - Low Cost
Vets - Mobile
Vets - Specialty
Spay/Neuter
Feral Cat Management (TNR)
Spay-Neuter Assistance
Trapping (Humane)
Notes from the Nest
Dexter’s Story “In 1997 I was at the Jefferson Parish
Animal Shelter when a woman walked in with a shoebox. In the box was a
week-old kitten….”
Book
Review
Hiss and Tell - True stories from the
files of a cat shrink
Favorite Things Long handled litter scoop.
You are receiving this email because you are listed in the Animal Resource Directory – www.animalfocusnetwork.org. Please check the accuracy of your listing (use the "BY NAME" tab). If you need me to change/add anything, just email me and I'll update it. You can also send changes any time in the future. I update the online database regularly at least once a month.
I hope you find the website helpful and easy to use. I appreciate suggestions, observations and ideas. There are still many things I want to do to enhance the searches and I know there are things I have missed.
Thank you for your encouragement, enthusiasm, patience and input. Together we can.
Namasté,
Diana
Thornton
Directory Improvements
The Animal Resource Directory has been LIVE since January 1, 2005. We are constantly adding to and updating the database and improving the interface.
The By Need search tab has been redesigned to accommodate the growing list of categories. Since I started, I’ve added almost a dozen new categories (see complete list to the right), and even I was having trouble navigating that page. Check out some of our helpful categories such as: Books, Pet travel, special needs animals, Santa pet photos, etc.
Adding Breed Specific rescue organizations located throughout the southeast.
Added a “Map” link to generate a Yahoo map of the address for each listing.
Seeking Volunteers to research new listings and confirm existing listings for the Directory. If interested, please email me at info@animalfocusnetwork.org
Submit
new listings or changes to: info@animalfocusnetwork.org.
Dexter's Story
Dexter is sort of my mascot. He was my inspiration to foster kittens, and subsequently all my work with animal rescue and creating the resource directory. For those who don't know Dexter's story…
In
1997 I was at the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter when a woman walked
in with a shoebox. In the box was a week-old kitten. The shelter attendant
told the woman that the kitten would be put to sleep immediately if she
left it because they didn’t have the resources to bottle feed.
If
anyone can tell me where I can get this....
Starfish
A
woman was walking along a beach filled with starfish. As she walked, she
would stoop down, pick one up at random, and throw it back into the ocean.
A man came upon her and asked why she was bothering with throwing some
back when there were so many--how could it possibly make a difference?
She picked up another starfish, threw it back into the ocean, and said
it made a difference to that one.
Check
out more Words of Wisdom
and other Helpful Tidbits on our site.
Hiss
and Tell
True stories from the files of a cat shrink
by
Pam Johnson-Bennett
One of my favorite books. She has a whole series of cat psychology case study books. Delightful to read. Very educational.
Meet Mambo, the cat who attacks his owner, but only on Sundays, and Bonsai, the cat whose dislike for the new boyfriend becomes very embarrassing. What secret does Freddie know about his owner's new wife? In this offbeat and illuminating book, feline behaviorist Pam Johnson-Bennett, takes you on the wildest house calls of her career. These stories-each of which unfolds like a mystery-will help owners better understand the ever fascinating cat psyche. Pam Johnson-Bennett sheds light on the communication breakdowns between cats and their humans.
Click here to buy it today at Amazon.com
(Animal Focus Network is an Amazon Affiliates member so we get a small commission for every book you purchase from our site. Thanks for your support.)
Check
out more books on our site.
Long Handled Litter Scoop
Keeps
your face out of the box when scooping, requires less shaking, doesn't
break up the clumps as much, sifts clay litter better. Available from
Drs.
Foster and Smith.
We welcome your feedback, comments, ideas, new listings, changes. Please tell us about how you are using the directory. Please tell people about the directory.
Thanks! Together we can.
The Animal Resource Directory is compiled and published by ANIMAL FOCUS NETWORK, a New Orleans-based non-profit organization formed by Diana Thornton. Animal Focus Network does not work directly with animals. Diana, on the other hand, fosters kittens full time through the Friends of the Jefferson Animal Shelter (150+ kittens and counting) and works with several other animal welfare groups. She is an award-winning graphic designer in the music industry and owns Crescent Music Services, a CD/DVD design and manufacturing company in New Orleans. She can be reached at info@animalfocusnetwork.org.
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