Effective relocation partnerships helps the shelters in need reduce overcrowding and transports animals from under-resourced shelters across the nation to shelters with space, resources and a high demand for adoption. Using both land and air transportation, we partner with shelters in areas with high homeless pet populations and transports animals to “destination” shelters and adoption centers in communities where adoptable animals are in high demand. Relocation is an effective and critical tool to prevent needless euthanasia of adoptable pets.
Saving Gizmo's Friends is an animal rescue foundation on a mission to rescue dogs from the kill shelters on the west coast by transporting them to non-kill shelters on the east coast. Believe it or not chihuahuas are the highest rate of dog breeds that are being put down at these kill shelters every day. Most commercial airlines do not permit transporting pets throughout the winter months due to the cold temperatures in the cargo holds. As a solution, we decided to transport 20 little chihuahuas from Lancaster Shelter in Los Angeles to the North Shore Animal Rescue in Connecticut.
Now we are seeking support from animal lovers out there who may be willing to let more of these little guys hitchhike their way to safety. Aircraft owners and charter operators may bring as little as one small crate with a single dog or even 20+ crates, depending available space. Operators can use empty leg flights or charter passengers can donate extra space for a rescue animal. This will really help us save so many lives.
Saving Gizmo's Friends staff and volunteers will deliver pups to the departure airport, place them on the aircraft according to the owner's instructions, and arrange for ground transportation at the arrival airport. All crates will be secured according to FAA regulations and will be supported with commercial blankets to avoid any damage to aircraft and the animals. In the end, charter operators and passengers can take advantage of their generous participation as a charitable tax write-off.
We sincerely hope that we can find a way to give these little guys a second shot in life. Thank you for your support.
