Anderson, Good For The Pets

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Monday, December 6, 2010

Anderson Cooper!
The Louisiana SPCA is proud to present the Dorothy Dorsett Brown Humanitarian Award to
Anderson Cooper and the AC360 Team

The Louisiana SPCA is recognizing Anderson Cooper and the AC360 Team for their tremendous effort and countless hours bringing much needed worldwide media attention to the plight of animals in our region affected by the BP/Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. Our specific AC360 experience enabled the LA/SPCA to raise additional funds for our Gulf Coast Companion Animal Relief Program. The funding from this program, much brought in from AC360 coverage, enabled us to extend our outreach to those most in need and make a true impact with free pet food and veterinary care for over 1,000 animals.

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The Dorothy Dorsett Brown Humanitarian Award

The Dorothy Dorsett Brown Humanitarian Award is presented to individuals demonstrating incredible compassion and charitable work within the human community as well as passionate advocates for the humane community of companion animals.

Presented at Howling Success we have awarded the following caring, involved, and compassionate individuals who have "unleashed their hearts" to make a difference in the New Orleans community:

2009 - The Board of Directors of NOLA City Bark in recognition for the tremendous efforts and countless hours volunteered over the past two years, culminating with the creation of the first official dog park in New Orleans' history. This project not only betters the lives of our four legged friends but also the community and region by promoting responsible pet ownership and providing an area for community - building and socializing. It also adds to the beautiful landscape of historic New Orleans City Park and becomes an additional visitor destination for our exciting city.

2008 - Ralph Alexis, Rikki Bagatelle, Keith Hall, and Miriam Henry; the incredible team of attorneys that provided tremendous pro bono legal advice and services advocating for justice in our fight against animal cruelty and dog fighting.

2007 - Frank and Paulette Stewart who for many years have been involved in diverse civic organizations including the Boy Scouts of America, Catholic Charities, Tulane University, and the National WWII Museum. Paulette has served on the Board of Directors and the Advisory Council of the LA/SPCA and has been an advocate for Humane Education.

2006 - Angela Hill, her dedication to broadening the public's understanding of the needs of companion animals and recognizing the integral role they play in our lives no doubt led to her being named the first ever "Animal Ambassador" by the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. Blending her broadcasting talent and her compassion, her advocacy for animals has made her both an agent of change and a champion for animals.

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