Helping in the Wake of Hurricane Helene
Nov 20, 2024
PAWS Chicago brings 37 dogs to safety after the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.
In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation, PAWS Chicago stepped up to provide critical support to the communities hardest hit by the storm. As part of our ongoing commitment to animal welfare, we launched a major rescue operation to help both the displaced pets and the shelters overwhelmed by the storm’s impact.
Before the hurricane made landfall, many shelters were already at capacity with dogs and puppies waiting for homes. The storm only worsened the situation, displacing families and pets and leaving shelters with even less space to care for them. To help alleviate the strain, PAWS Chicago coordinated a life-saving transport effort, bringing in 16 dogs and puppies from Asheville, North Carolina, and another 21 from Tennessee.
By rescuing these animals, we’ve freed up crucial space in shelters, allowing them to focus on reuniting families with their lost pets in the aftermath of the storm. Of the 37 dogs rescued, 15 have already found families here in Chicago. The rest are either waiting eagerly at our adoption center or getting essential care in foster homes or at our PAWS Chicago Nan & Wayne Kocourek Medical Center.
This rescue is just one part of our broader mission to provide timely and compassionate care for animals in need, no matter the circumstances. We’re so grateful for your support, which makes efforts like this possible. Stay tuned for updates on these sweet pups as they prepare for their new beginnings—thanks to your generosity, they’re one step closer to a happy, healthy life.
Want to help? You can support our disaster relief efforts by donating today, or by adopting one of the wonderful dogs who made the journey to Chicago. Together, we can make a world of difference for animals in need!