Hand & Paw Project Helps Abandoned Dogs During Fort McMurray Wildfire

The Hand and Paw Project in Victoria, British Columbia donates 50 sets of dog collars and leashes to the Edmonton Humane Society during the Fort McMurray wildfires in Alberta.

Victoria, BC, Canada – May 29, 2016 /PressCable/ —

When the devastating wildfires in Fort McMurray, Alberta forced the evacuation of tens of thousand of residents to leave their homes and businesses, it created a major crisis with hundreds of dogs, cats and other pets being separated from their owners and pushing dozens of animal rescue groups into massive action.

Many rescue and support organizations have been forced to deal with this tragic situation and have called upon citizens across the country to help with all the displaced animals.

The Hand and Paw Project, located in Victoria, British Columbia, reached out and donated 50 leash and collar sets to the Edmonton Humane Society to be given to displaced dogs.

Deborah Groenheyde, the creator of the Hand and Paw Project said, “It breaks my heart that I have heard of homeowners not taking their pets with them during this devastating wildfire. Not only are these poor dogs (& other pets) scared to death by the fire, they’ve also been abandoned by their family…this is horrific.”

Deborah says, anyone can help too, because “On top of our leash and collar donation we will be donating $10 from every Hand and Paw Project bracelet sold via our online retail store until the end of June 2016. Each bracelet sold will further help with the immense task of having to relocate, re-home and foster these unfortunate pets.”

The Edmonton Humane Society Administrative Assistant, Michelle Arnold, said, “We appreciate you reaching out to us. Currently, we are in urgent need of collars and leashes. Thank you so much for considering the people and pets impacted by the Alberta wildfires. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.”

To learn more about the Hand and Paw Project featuring their stylish hand in paw bracelets and other wearable works of art for humans that are helping fur friends in need, please contact Deborah Groenheyde at http://contact.handandpawproject.com.

For more information about us, please visit http://www.handandpawproject.com

Contact Info:
Name: Deborah Groenheyde
Organization: Hand & Paw Project

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