We desperately need volunteers in New Orleans!

MuttShack Mission Katrina: To rescue and provide loving care and shelter for pets who were displaced by Hurricane Katrina. To find them loving foster homes until they can be reunited with their families wherever they may be now, or have them released to loving new forever families. MuttShack is a registered 501(c)3 and 509(a)1 volunteer charitable foundation.


HOW TO VOLUNTEER
CONTACT:
Sharon Gorski: 877-727-9343; possecop@msn.com; volunteers@muttshack.org
Martin St John: 866-718-1001; martin@muttshack.org

MUTTSHACK LOCATION
Lake Castle School
8400 Hayne Blvd. (at corner of Crowder & Hayne)
East New Orleans, Louisiana
I-10 East (from Superdome), Exit at Crowder
Left towards Levy, On the corner

TRAVEL & ACCOMODATIONS
–  Fly into New Orleans or Baton Rouge.
–  Rent a vehicle with room for supplies.

– LODGING: The Lake Castle School facility is safe, clean, organized. It has been called one of the best run facilities in the region. On site sleeping accommodations can be arranged. Inquire when you call contacts listed above.

– AMENITIES: Volunteers have access to hot showers and meals (at nearby location) every night.

WHAT VOLUNTEERS WILL DO
MuttShack operates a rescue/triage/short-term care facility in East New Orleans. Ideal volunteers are prepared to stay a minimum of 5 to 7 days.

We have rescued and cared for so many animals, but there are many more that need us. We are prepared to stay in New Orleans.

Please join us:

SHELTER/ANIMAL CARE WORKERS
Cattery and Dog Shelter Workers, Kennel Workers: Feed, clean cages, TLC, etc. The dogs love walks along the Lake Ponchartrain levee.
 
VETERINARIANS, VET TECHS
MuttShack Triage currently operates two Veterinary Clinics.

SEARCH/RESCUE PEOPLE  *  PROFESSIONAL HUMANE TRAPPERS
Animal Rescue, Dog Trappers, Cat Trappers, Experienced Animal Control Officers, DART Certified, and Animal Behaviorists/Trainers: Urgently needed to help bring in the "runners” and animals now roaming in packs.

ADMINISTRATIVE PEOPLE
MuttShack Campground Volunteers: Administrators, Computer Database Operators, Operations Specialists.

COOKS
MuttShack Refectory: Cook to handle breakfasts...

MUTTSHACK STAFF
Transporters with Vehicles, RN's, Paramedics etc.

SUPPLY NEEDS
Needs fluctuate. Check with Sharon Gorski (877-727-9343)

Please bring your strength, compassion and determination, but please check your ego at the door – we promise to return it to you when you’re ready to leave. MuttShack Animal Rescue Foundation, A registered 501(c)3 and 509(a)1 Charitable Project of the National Heritage Foundation (866) 718-1001