NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- The Bark magazine has devoted its Winter 2005 issue to unforgettable coverage inspired by Hurricane Katrina, highlighting the extraordinary human/animal bond. The special feature devotes more than 30 pages to articles about the heroic rescue work performed by first-responder groups, including the coordination of airlifts, sheltering and fostering, and to stories about both the people who risked their lives to remain with their pets, and those heartbroken others who had no choice but to leave them behind.
"Like millions of Americans, we were devastated by the heart-wrenching images out of New Orleans of pets stranded on top of homes, desperately swimming in the rising waters or trapped in trees," said Claudia Kawczynska, The Bark Editor-in-Chief. "We felt the magazine had an obligation to tell the stories of people and their pets because we have much to learn from their experience and it is equally important that their story be told."
In the biggest issue to date, you'll be introduced to James, a blind man first separated then reunited with his seeing-eye dog; share dog-sitter Terry McSweeney's incredible journey, staying afloat for over 5 hours with his canine charges; say hello to Bones, Pearl and Spec, Dalmatians that crisscrossed 3 states to find their owners; and meet the brave first responders who saved countless animals working around-the-clock. Also included in the magazine is information on how pet owners can be better prepared for the next disaster.
The magazine advocates and supports legislation that will change the way agencies respond to animals in future disasters and has committed a minimum of $20,000 to a capital campaign aimed at rebuilding animal shelters.
The Bark is the voice of modern dog culture. It is both the award-winning magazine and an online forum, Bark Unleashed. Launched in 1997, The Bark brings readers a literate and entertaining approach to canine culture through essays, stories, poetry, reviews and artwork and offers expert advice about life with dogs. It is available at bookstores, newsstands, markets and pet stores across North America including Barnes & Noble, Borders, Whole Foods and Amazon. The Bark is exclusively distributed by Curtis Circulation Co. and is published bi-monthly. For more information, visit www.thebark.com.