Best Buddies

Untitled by palmea.

The photographer didn't comment on this photo, but many others did. They seemed to think it looks like a painting by an old Dutch Master.

- Touille, a dog who doesn't know much about art, but who knows what she likes

Abandoned

Abandoned photo by Tampen on Flickr.

"Chalmette, east of New Orleans, Friday (September 9). Starving and soaked in oil leaked from a nearby refinery."

- The photographer, Tampen (Tony Allen-Mills)

You can help pets like these by donating to any of several organizations, including the Humane Society.

- Touille, a little blogging dog reminding everyone that pets need our help too

Audubon Zoo in New Orleans escapes major harm from Katrina

flamingo colors by Kevin Severud.

Only a few animals were lost at the famed Audubon Zoo in New Orleans. Human volunteers remain at the zoo to care for the animal residents. (We heard it on NPR's Morning Edition this morning, September 7.)

In related news, Humane Society workers are still looking for stranded pets along the gulf coast. Hear more about it in the NPR story on Morning Edition.

NPR also has a Katrina weblog for the latest news about the hurricane's aftermath.

- Touille, a canine concerned about the animals (and humans) whose lives have been devastated by the hurricane

Going for the Kill

Going for the Kill
Originally uploaded by Opiliones.


The photographer says:

"Kimbo, having tired of bopping the ball back to my husband, decided to go for a bite. The four black dots on the bottom yellow section of the ball are repairs from previous successes."

I wish Kimbo every success in this endeavor. I, however, prefer to play with something smaller than my head.

- Touille, a very small doggie who needs a small toy to bat around

not interested

not interested by MBK.

This hunk of metal doesn't have an interesting smell. MB likes to take photos of me sniffing things, but I wouldn't oblige here.

- Touille, a dog who likes things that have a smell

a rescued dog: hurricane Katrina

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Originally uploaded by Kristin Breaux.

The photographer, Kristin Breaux, says:

One of my jobs in monitoring the Associated Press photo wire.
I see hundreds of images that will never be published, but I think these photos are worth sharing with you.
Even though some of these images are sad and harrowing, I take comfort in them. They remind me that people are inherently compassionate and caring. I hope you draw strength from them, too.

All images by The Associated Press in New Orleans, Biloxi and the rural Gulf Coast.

Uploaded by Kristin Breaux on 4 Sep '05, 8.25am CDT.

Hurricane Katrina on Flickr

Hurricane Rescue Mission: Pet Rescue

North Shore Animal League America is helping to rescue pets affected by Hurricane Katrina. You can help by making a donation through their secure website.

Read the ASPCA tips for animal health and safety during a natural disaster.

- Touille