Animal Hospital in Japan Opens Doors to Quake Survivors and Their Pets
An animal hospital in Kumamoto, Japan, has opened its doors to both human earthquake survivors and their pets, providing refuge after the recent quake. This initiative allows evacuees to stay with their animals, addressing a critical need for pet-friendly shelters.
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Japan quake evacuees with pets find refuge at Kumamoto animal hospital
When a powerful earthquake jolted southern Japan this week, rattling homes and knocking out water and electricity, Tomoko Takaoka bundled up her beloved fluffy dogs and went in search of a safe place to stay. Unable to reach her parents, the 31-year-old factory worker turned to a nearby evacuation centre only to discover that Ku the chihuahua and Sheri the chihuahua-poodle mix were not welcome. Faced with the choice of sheltering without them or staying together, she chose the latter,...
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Shelters often do not allow pets and their owners to stay together, being mindful of other evacuees who may view the animals negatively.
Read full article →Dogs allowed: Animal hospital opens doors to Japan quake survivors and their pets
Ryunosuke Animal Hospital in downtown Kumamoto, which was jolted by a powerful earthquake this week, has converted a space into temporary housing for evacuees, with separate rooms for owners of cats and dogs.
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