The Vanderburgh Humane Society is standing by to accept at least 12 dogs, possibly more, from Puerto Rico disaster relief on Monday, October 16th.
Approximately 120 animals will arrive at the Indianapolis Regional Airport (KMQJ) around 9:00-10:00 pm Eastern time and a team from IndyHumane (Humane Society of Indianapolis) will unload them. The animals will then be divided between the receiving organizations which includes the Vanderburgh Humane Society. The Humane Society of the United States spearheaded and organized this transport.
At this time the VHS is unaware of the breeds, sizes, ages, names, or other details regarding the incoming dogs. They will have health certificates, but they will all undergo preliminary health and behavioral evaluations by VHS veterinarians and medical staff members before going up for adoption. The VHS is prepared to take at least 12 adult dogs and possibly more if any puppies are available.
Two VHS team members will be picking up the dogs at the airport and returning to the shelter in Evansville. Their estimated time of arrival at the VHS at this point is approximately 1:00-2:00 am Central time. This will depend on the timeframe between the dogs’ arrival at the airport and the transfer to the VHS vehicle.
Upon arrival at the VHS, the dogs will be placed into a separate holding kennel until the morning of Tuesday, October 17. At approximately 11:30 am, VHS staff will begin to process them.
Please contact Amanda or Kendall at the above information to arrange a photo opportunity.
