"We Are Their World"

This painting was created exclusively for Animal Friends of Pittsburgh. The animals in this painting were at one time all residents of the shelter.

Animal Friends has been offering a second chance to homeless and unwanted and abused animals without the threat of euthanasia since 1943. The shelter concept was created at the height of WWII, when many of Pittsburgh's pets were left behind as their owners were called to serve in the military. From this action, a small and dedicated group of individuals joined together to find homes for these wonderful animals. Now located in the Pittsburgh Strip District, they operate a full service shelter, and provide space for 156 animals (felines and canines). The shelter is committed to serving not only the animals who reside there waiting adoption but pet owners and the community as a whole. They offer a variety of programs ranging from Adoption and Placement services, to Spay and Neuter assistance, Pet Assisted Therapies, and Humane education in schools to name a few.

The painting entitled "We Are Their World" was created solely for the use in this years falls fundraising event titled "Black Tie & Tails", to be held at Heinz Field on Saturday November 2nd. It is our hope that this painting brings in a large bid, as the proceeds of this auction will go directly to the shelter.

For more information about Animal Friends contact them directly at the following: http://www.animal-friends.org or in the US, 1-412-566-2103.