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Friend,
A proposed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention rule could leave rescued dogs stranded. Imagine a dog is saved from a dog meat farm, a natural disaster or a life of suffering on the street only to be denied what they need most: a home.
The CDC has proposed a new rule that increases restrictions for dogs entering the United States from other countries. Although well-intentioned in aiming to prevent the spread of rabies and other zoonotic diseases, if finalized, the rule could have long lasting impacts on simple pet travel and, most importantly, the work that lifesaving rescue groups do across the globe (including Humane Society International). Take a stand today for rescued dogs and tell the CDC that you oppose this rule—before the comment period ends on September 8.
We know how important it is to protect other dogs and humans from rabies, but it's also important that animal rescue groups can legally transport healthy dogs rescued from desperate situations to homes in the U.S. If the CDC’s rule is enacted, it could mean that many dogs facing crises overseas are left with no place to call home.
I know you agree that every dog deserves their best chance at a healthy, happy home. So please tell the CDC that you oppose their new rule—but hurry, the public comment period ends on Sept. 8!
We do not have to choose between maintaining public safety and saving animals’ lives—so please, act now.
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