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The Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation Pledge $2M for Animal-Related Fire Relief Efforts

The Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation Pledge $2M for Animal-Related Fire Relief Efforts

Sep 5, 2023 | , ,

$1,000,000 has been pledged as a match to their current Facebook fundraiser to help meet its $1,000,000 goal. “We are astounded by the continued generosity of the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation and are grateful for their life-saving support. We have just $250,000 left to raise in order to fully utilize this amazing million-dollar match that will allow us to help so many more animals in need,” stated MHS CEO Dr. Lisa Labrecque.

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ASPCA Field Report: Maui Wildfire Response Efforts

ASPCA Field Report: Maui Wildfire Response Efforts

Sep 5, 2023 | , ,

Two weeks ago, our National Field Response team mobilized to Hawaii after receiving an urgent request from the Maui Humane Society following the catastrophic wildfires that have devastated Lahaina. While on the ground, our team has assisted with animal search and rescue, brought found animals to receive critical care, provided food, shelter and water for animals whose owners have been hospitalized—including dogs, cats, horses, sheep, pigs, chickens and tortoises—and distributed critical supplies to pet owners in the community.

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Maui Humane Society Prioritizes Lifesaving Efforts and Human-Animal Reunification

Maui Humane Society Prioritizes Lifesaving Efforts and Human-Animal Reunification

Aug 22, 2023 | , ,

Maui Humane Society, the animal rescue lead agency, is committed to leading the lifesaving and reunification process for all animals, of all species affected by this devastating event. Maui Humane Society continues to cooperate with local emergency management and search and recovery teams. Yesterday, seven cats from within the burn zone were rescued by FEMA task force members and transferred to Maui Humane Society via Humane Enforcement officers. As emergency shelters close down, we are partnering with organizations across the island to ensure that pet supplies are distributed from Hana to Kula to Napili to keep pets in homes. If you know someone who needs help with pet supplies, please visit Maui Humane Society between 11am-5pm, 7 days/week to pick up pet supplies.

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Badly burned dog reunited with grateful owners after terrified pooch ran off during Maui wildfires

Badly burned dog reunited with grateful owners after terrified pooch ran off during Maui wildfires

Aug 18, 2023 | , ,

“What is happening here on Maui is unimaginable. I feel so thankful and blessed for the heroes that helped take care of our babies and got them back to us safely. We were off island during this tragedy and we cannot be more grateful for how this community has and continues to step up. Miracles do happen. Don’t lose hope. Lean on each other.”

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