Safe Haven for Soldiers' pets being closed

Animal Control tells Lakewood woman to cease her rescue operation

By Karla Taylor
Best Friends Network Team

Diana VanDusen, a Lakewood, WA woman, started helping out by taking in the animals that deployed soldiers from Fort Lewis had to leave behind. The Fort Lewis animal shelter shut down and Diana stepped in! Some of the animals are reclaimed when the soldiers come home; however, many animals still remain with Diana. But now it's time to help Diana and these rescued animals. The Animal Control officers have advised her that she's in violation of the city code due to the amount of animals in her care. She will be fined by April 14th if she doesn't reduce the number of animals in her home. Most of the animals are old and/or disabled, but certainly still deserve a loving home. For the complete story, complete with photos, visit komotv.com

How you can help: Anyone who would like to adopt one of these dogs or cats can meet them at the Puyallup PetSmart at 120 31st Avenue, Lakewood, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2008.

Posted by Georgia Butterfield
Best Friends Network Team