I rescued a human today. Her eyes met mine as I walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn’t want her to know I hadn’t been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn’t want her to think poorly of them. As she read my kennel card I hoped she wouldn’t feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone’s life. She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well. Soon my kennel door opened up and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor. So many more are out there who haven’t walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one. (author unknown)

 The Acadia Parish Animal Shelter will be having adoption days every third Saturday of each month. They are also open for adoptions Mon-Fri. from 7-5. The shelter is located at 1534 W. Second Street in Crowley. Many dogs, cats, kittens and puppies some being pure breeds are available for adoption. Check out some of the available animals atwww.petfinder.com

 Second Chance Paws, a group that helps animals find forever homes, would like to thank the Acadia Parish Shelter for allowing us to foster some of these animals and thanks to the Police Jury for helping us with the cost of some  much needed items for the shelter. Also, thanks to the Acadia Parish Humane Society and everyone that has donated money to help pay for veterinary care.

Animal lovers who would like to help with fostering animals, fundraising, or volunteering at the shelter can call 783-7211 for more information.

Sincerely,

Rachel Wimberly

Second Chance Paws President