Of course these pictures only reflect a glimpse of the real story. A massive animal rescue effort was spearheaded by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). Hundreds of qualified volunteers responded from all over the country and Canada to assist with the operation. As a result, thousands of animals were saved. However, many others were not as lucky as the ones pictured here.
Rob helping a pooch in need
Rob stands within the aftermath of the destructive hurricane
A lucky kitten is rescued
Another lucky canine recipient of HSUS assistance
Temporary volunteer housing
HSUS command post and evacuation site
Many of the unfortunate animals were undernourished
Another rescue
A pup gets much needed medical attention from an HSUS volunteer