The shihtzu that was rescued last week had her puppies last night.  She had six and is very proud of them. It appears that she bred with the male beagle that lived in the household.  Her foster mom says that she is a very good mother and dog

 As the dogs were unloaded, it was obvious that they were a pitiful looking group.  But the moment volunteers held them it was obvious that beneath the filth, stench, mats and health problems were the hearts of puppies so grateful to be loved.  Even the worst of the dogs wagged their tails as they were bathed and some of the worst mats and hair was removed.

"There is no great sight than to see dogs that have lived their whole lives in inhumane conditions, find comfort in a gentle touch and kind words.  They look at you and behind their said eyes is a glimmer of hope.  It makes your heart melt and your forget all the hard work."

Pitiful looking but so happy

Wednesday 1/30/08 - 5:30 pm

Thirteen dogs were delivered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture and the USDA to NAFA.  These animals along with 15-20 more that will be delivered by noon on Friday, are part of a total surrender of dogs living in a substandard breeding facility in Southwest Missouri.  Other dogs surrendered will be distributed to several Missouri Shelters and rescues.

Nearly a dozen NAFA volunteers and Petco employees gathered at about 5:30 Thursday night to receive the dogs.  The dogs were filthy matted messes.  They were given bathes and some of the major mats were removed.  The dogs were then transported to NAFA's isolation facility where an initial intake was done on each dog.  By 10:00 when the lights went out they were curled on a warm blanket, with a soft toy and a dog treat.  

Blog started about rescues

Some of the breeds surrendered to NAFA include Shihtzus, Poodles, English Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Bassett's, Cockapoos, Cockers, and Beagles.

Individual pictures, bios and progress reports will be posted to a blog started in honor of these animals www.nafapuppymillrescues.blogspot.com.  Please visit this site often to see information about these animals.  Also, your comments are welcome.

Dear Animal Lovers!  

NAFA was just getting animals situated from the breeder rescue in Jonesboro when a call came from the Missouri Department of Agriculture and the USDA.  An estimated 50 dogs were going to need a place to go as a result of the closure of a substandard breeder in Southeast Missouri.  Since the C.C. Baird case, NAFA has had a good working relationship with State and Federal agencies and we were asked to help again.  Although several other agencies were going to take dogs, due to the close proximity of Jonesboro, NAFA was asked to help with the lion's share.

NAFA volunteers and supporters step up quickly and by Thursday the first of an estimated 25-30 dogs were arriving.  This newsletter is dedicate to providing information about this rescue.

Donate Today

 NAFA's resources are being put to the test.  Our rescue of 25 animals last week, all needing veterinarian care, grooming and fostering, as well as our Nickel Neuter program, set for Saturday, was tapping deep into NAFA's resources.  To top that, the addition of the Missouri animals will take some creative work to provide everything needed.  NAFA is asking your help.  Please consider donating to NAFA today, ever dollar counts.  Or if you are not able to make a monetary donation, please consider donating some of the following items for these much deserved dogs.

v     Blankets and towels

v     Newspapers

v     Shampoos

v     Dog Toys

v     Dog Treats

v     Collars and Leashes

v     Frontline Flea and Tick Preventative

v     Financial donations to cover heartworm tests, heartworm preventative, vaccinations, antibiotics, ear and eye treatments, oral antibiotics for teeth, skin treatments and other medications.

NAFA also needs qualified temporary foster homes.  If you would consider fostering one of these animals, please email wanndat@fastdata.net.  Donated supplies can be left at the Jonesboro Petco Store on Caraway Road.  To apply to foster, please visit NAFA at our pet adoption events - Saturdays from 1 to 4 pm or email Wannda Turner at the above address.  Please send checks to P.O. Box 10075, Jonesboro, AR  72403.

NAFA Areas of Importance ...

· Youth Education

· Low Cost Vaccinations

· Low Cost Spay/Neuter

· Stop Abuse and Neglect

· Disaster Preparedness

· Community Services

· Animal Training

And much, much more.

Current NAFA Programs and Services 

· Animals in Disaster

· RAID Unit - Rescue Animals in Distress

· Juvenile Detention Training

· PATS - Pet Assistance to Seniors

· Hound Hikes

· "No Bite" Youth Education

· "Paw Patrol" Youth Education

· Progressive Pet Adoptions

· "Open Door" Animal Admissions

· Low Cost Vaccinations

· Holiday Pet Photos

· Monthly Animal Events

New for 2008

· Nickel Neuter for Cats

· Unchain the Dogs of NEA

· Animal Assistance to Women's Crisis Center

· Animal Coalition

· School Room "Animal Feuds"

· Respecting Life Curriculum

· Coffee Corner for Critters

· Monthly Low Cost Spay Neuter

· Disaster Training - Weekend Bootcamp

Animal Lovers Blood Drives