The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Happy National Dog Day from Team Central California!
Throughout the pandemic, the furry members of the Red Cross kept their families company as they worked from home during safer at home orders. This National Dog Day, we’re highlighting the Pups of the Red Cross. Enjoy!
Kiba’s mom is member of the Disaster Services Team. Kiba kept their family comfort as Megin responds to emergencies like home fires and wildfires throughout Kern, Inyo & Mono Counties.
Seager frequently interrupts his mom Taylor as she conducts Live Zoom TV interviews.
Dog Max’s has been an honorary member of the Fundraising Team. His dad Rob loves to share Max’s escapades.
Scout and Flynn can be seen napping behind their mom Kate on Microsoft Teams calls. They love Red Cross volunteers!
I’m Siana in the development department and here is a pic for the Dog Day! These are my red cross work at home support team. These are my dogs watching anxiously on the first day my kids went back to in-person school a few months ago, they are full blown pandemic spoiled and were super happy to see the kids come home! Left to right – Hazel, Gucci, Lola!
Here’s Zeus, the Happy Husky! His dad Tony leads the Central California Region team and his team members love to hear him speak.
Dante is a member of the K9-Unit in the Red Cross Madera & Mariposa teams. You can always trust you will find this duo on a disaster
You can find Charlie with his mom Lori and her daughter Lorren.
Bonnie and Clyde are Dana’s partners in crime. She ensures the lights stay on at our facilities and her pups have plenty of treats.
Jack is an honorary member of the Disaster Workforce Team. His neighbor Cliff can often be heard on the phone talking with volunteers about their training.
With the amount of training Peanut has sat on with his mom Vicky, he could be a shelter supervisor!
Disaster Pet Preparedness Tips
In an emergency, your pets will be even more dependent on you for their safety and well-being. Your family’s disaster plans must include your furry family members too. Learn what to do to keep your beloved pets safe! Be sure to have carriers, a collar and leash, food and any prescription medication. Visit RedRover.org for more information on what to do with pets in the event of an emergency, and more!
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