Katrina Evacuees Distraught Over Lost Pets

Associated Press ^ | September 5, 2005 | Mike Stobbe

[Dr. Scarpetta]

So very sad for pets and owners. So heartbreaking. A pet is a child to most owners, and this is unacceptable that they cannot be evacuated with the families

My dog died in April, and it was extremely sad. I would never have left her behind anywhere. I can't stand hearing about these pets that people have been forced to abandon.

[ecurbh]

I would normally say "God bless you" but that pic says it has already happened.

My Grandmother used to say that whenever an animal comes to you, it's a gift from God. And you, my friend, have been blessed.

I think he was a Christmas gift to us! He and our other pathetic creature make a fun pair. They're both crazy in totally different ways.

[MikefromOhio]

people are, however, I don't think my pets are any more or less important than I am to my family. They are part of my family..

[apackof2]

Story on Fox now about rescued pets and being reunited with their very happy owners

[CarolAnn]

I'm with the dog lovers on this one. I'm no animal rights nut. In fact, I'm an avid hunter. But I have an 11 year old weimeraner who has been by my side through some real tough times. She's been the most faithful friend I've ever had.

I would have driven out of the city to begin with. But if I had no way out, I would never leave her behind to starve or drown.

[penowa]

It's not fair to point out that persons who have no feelings for their fellow man will likely end up with no one who cares what happens to them?

[sheikdetailfeather]

Michael Mountain with Best Friends Animal Society was on Fox. He is helping with the rescue of the animals and hopefully the reuniting with their loved ones. I have been unable to put the animals left behind out of my mind.

[apackof2]

I have been unable to put the animals left behind out of my mind.

I know, they weren't able to make the decison to leave

[Die_Hard Conservative Lady]

PET PING