Local Rescue Takes In Dogs Displaced By Hurricane Laura

ARLINGTON, VA — Lucky Dog Animal Rescue welcomed more than 20 dogs displaced by Hurricane Laura to its Lee Highway offices in Arlington on Thursday.

Most of the dogs came from Bayou Animal Services in Dickinson, Texas, where they were part of a correctional facility training program. Other dogs originated at the Bastrop County Animal Shelter, which was still without power and in need of significant structural repairs following the storm.

“We are excited to welcome these new Lucky Dogs to the family,” said Mirah Horowitz, founder and executive director of Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, in a release. “Since the hurricane hit, we have been working with shelters on the ground to ensure they have the support they need during this difficult time. The most important thing we can do to help is care for these animals so they can focus on recovery.”

Lucky Dog will help the dogs find forever homes with families in the Washington, D.C. area. The rescue's efforts help its shelter partners focus their resources on rebuilding and taking care of emerging pets in need during the hurricane cleanup.

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is an all-volunteer nonprofit, which relies on its donors and volunteers for support. To adopt, foster, sponsor, or donate to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, send an email or visit the rescue's website.