Rescue Groups in California Welcome Pets with Burns to Their Shelters

Several animal welfare organizations in Southern California are caring for hundreds of animals displaced by fast-moving wildfires. Pets ranging from cats and dogs to horses, birds, and tortoises are being housed temporarily as their owners stay in evacuation centers or hotels that do not allow pets. These animals are receiving treatment for injuries such as burns, singed paws, singed whiskers, dehydration, and smoke inhalation. The groups are working together to ensure they can respond to the needs of both humans and animals in the community. The Los Angeles wildfires have resulted in the evacuation of over 100,000 people, and the number of animals housed by these organizations fluctuates throughout the week. Animal owners have dropped off around 50 pets for temporary boarding at the shelters, including a 30-year-old parrot named Ducky. The rescue centers are well-stocked with donations of hay, blankets, and pet food. While the groups are not in evacuation zones, they are taking precautions to protect the animals from the hazardous air quality caused by the wildfires. Some owners have been able to return home and reunite with their pets, providing a small sense of relief during a stressful time. The community effort to care for these animals demonstrates the compassion and resilience of the people in the midst of a natural disaster.

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