ABC's 20/20 Segment to Feature League's Hurricane Rescue Efforts

You may have read the survival story of Chances and her holiday wish for a new, loving home on our website. Chances is just one of hundreds of animals whose life was impacted by Hurricane Katrina and ultimately saved by the League. Tune in to 20/20 on ABC this Friday, December 23 at 10:00 pm for a very special report featuring North Shore Animal League America's Katrina rescue efforts from the August to present day, including families who adopted Katrina survivors.

Also stay tuned as always for North Shore Animal Rescue on Animal Planet, every Friday at 9:30 pm.

Meet more hurricane survivors wishing for a new home

Tremendous progress has been made to ensure the safety and comfort of pets that need to travel in cargo when accompanying their owners during airline travel. While travel in cargo is still not the optimum choice for pet transportation, we understand that sometimes there is no other option. Advanced and careful preparation can ensure a safe and comfortable trip for everyone. Ideally, smaller pets that will easily fit in an airline regulated carrier can be placed under your seat during the flight. When traveling with animals it is always best to contact your specific airline directly to see what they require to insure your pet's safety.

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"We were not looking to adopt a special needs cat when we met Ahab, in fact we had already begun the adoption process for another kitten. But Ahab had those cute little eyes that looked up at us and seemed to scream 'take me home!'." Originally named "Van Gogh" by staff at the League, Ahab is a great example of the impact of our life-saving mission. His owners recently wrote to share news of how he is adapting to his new home. Read Ahab's Happy Tail