Noto Peninsula Earthquake - reaching out to animals in need【3】

We offer our deepest condolences to those affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake in 2024.

A month has passed since the earthquake occurred, and while monitoring the restoration of the roads, we were able to enter Suzu City.

Despite restoration efforts, there are many dangerous areas due to ground upheaval causing cracks, fissures and deteriorations in Central to Northern Noto Peninsula. Due to the road damage and traffic buildup, it took more than double the time for aid to reach the area.

The damage that took place in the most northern part of Noto was significant, and the collapsed buildings could be seen immediately. 

Throughout the city, sewage pipes protruding from the asphalt and fallen power lines could be seen. Even if the buildings were able to avoid collapse, red and yellow posters were displayed as a warning. It makes you wonder when the people and animals affected by this disaster would be able to return to their previous lives. 

Regular aid efforts being paused after sundown and other necessary precautions should be taken to protect the staff and avoid any accidents. 

With the limited time, there was much we were unable to do, but we plan to continue aid for the animals affected by this disaster. 

With the limited time, there was much we were unable to do, but we plan to continue aid for the animals affected by this disaster. 

Taking in animals

On February 7th we took in another dog from the disaster area. After the family’s house collapsed, they had to move into a home that didn’t allow pets and contacted Ark. After health check and medical care is completed, the profile will be posted in order to find a new adoptive family. 

Boarding

On February 1, we took in a Shiba Dog whose owners had to move to no pet housing. We will keep the dog safely until they can be reunited. Eito soon got used to life at our Nose Shelter! He’s a playful and happy boy

Transportation

On February 7, we picked up 2 cats from Suzu, one of which is already 15 years old. We took them to a relative’s home in another prefecture. The family had made sure to have emergency supplies not just for themselves, but also for their cats.

◆Looking for a place for displaced pets?
Please contact ARK about boarding or surrender of your pets.

◆Information about help for displaced pets
Animal Donation is happy to help displaced pets by working with numerous animals shelters and offers practical help for those in need. Please see the above for details.

◆Monetary Donations for the Noto Peninsula
ARK has received many generous offers of monetary donations for Noto animals. We welcome donations for this specific purpose. Your donations will allow us to continue to take in displaced animals. Please note that your donations are tax deductible. Please remit your donations to the following account.

【Bank Details】
Mitsubishi UFJ Banking Corporation
Ikeda Branch
Account number: 1315229
Animal Refuge Kansai
Please use the following Form.

◆Inquiries about help available for displaced pets
Please fill in the form below.

Osaka ARK Office大阪事務局
Phone: 072-737-0712
Business Hours 10:00-16:00 ( Closed on Mondays and Wednesdays )