Nate's Honor Animal Rescue in Bradenton, Florida, has taken in 22 dogs from shelters at risk due to Hurricane Isaias, offering them emergency housing and medical care. The organization received the dogs late Friday night after an urgent request from the University of Florida's Shelter Medicine Program.
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The Shelter Medicine Program reached out to partner organizations to relocate animals from facilities in the storm's projected path, where conditions were unsafe. One shelter was reportedly housing dogs in outdoor kennels, raising significant safety concerns.
A staff member from Nate's Honor Animal Rescue volunteered to transport the dogs back to Bradenton, navigating severe weather alerts and tornado warnings during the trip.
Michaela Oglesby, the medical director at Nate's Honor Animal Rescue, noted that staff members worked extra hours, with some returning during their time off, to provide medical evaluations and care for the newly arrived dogs.
Among the rescued dogs is Betty White, a blind dog who is reportedly adjusting well to her new surroundings. Many of the dogs are older or have existing medical conditions that will require additional treatment.
The rescued animals are currently undergoing medical examinations before they can be made available for adoption or foster placement, which is expected within approximately two weeks.
A fundraising campaign has already raised over $2,000 to cover veterinary expenses as Nate's Honor Animal Rescue provides ongoing care and prepares the dogs for new homes.