While the immediate and critical needs of the people of Haiti are met following the catastrophic earthquake, Humane Society International has offered to send veterinary experts to vaccinate, treat injuries and rescue animals affected by the disaster. Animals are an intrinsic part of the lives of millions of Haitians – both those animals on whom they depend for livelihood and those who provide comfort and emotional support. Dead and displaced animals will pose a threat to the people of Haiti and could threaten the long-term survival of its agricultural community. Addressing this need is a critical component of the disaster response.