When wildfires strike, it’s not just humans who are displaced and impacted. Pets and wildlife also find themselves in desperate need of shelter, care, and safety. The recent Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County has been devastating, but Pasadena Humane has stepped up in remarkable ways to be a lifeline for animals and their owners during this challenging time.
Learn how this incredible organization is bringing hope to animals and families affected by the Eaton Fire and how you can join us in making a difference.
Pasadena Humane: A Frontline Hero for Animals
Since the Eaton Fire began, Pasadena Humane has mobilized efforts like never before to provide care and emergency resources for animals of all kinds. Here are some initiatives they’ve taken to protect pets and wildlife:
Emergency Animal Evacuations
Pasadena Humane’s dedicated Animal Control Officers have been working tirelessly on the frontlines, assisting with the evacuation of pets and wildlife still trapped in fire zones. From dogs and cats to goats and even a pony, the rescue teams are bringing animals to safety while providing emergency medical care to those in dire need.
Safe Shelter for Displaced Animals
Their shelter has taken in over 400 animals, including injured dogs, cats, bunnies, and even exotic birds. Many animals arrived with burns, smoke inhalation, and other wildfire-related injuries. Pasadena Humane’s veterinarians are working around the clock to treat these animals with the care they deserve.
Emergency Boarding for Pets of Evacuated Families
They are housing pets whose families have been displaced by the fire, ensuring that these beloved animals are safe until their owners are able to return or find stable housing. This includes providing food, medical care, and comfort during extended stays at the shelter.
Wildlife Support
Search and rescue teams are also recovering injured and disoriented wildlife. Alongside providing medical attention, Pasadena Humane has set up feeding stations for community cats and other animals in fire-affected areas.
Pet Food and Supplies
To support affected pet owners, Pasadena Humane has opened a Pet Food Pantry, offering free pet food and supplies daily. Donations from the community are making it possible for displaced families to continue caring for their pets during this difficult time.
The Power of Community
The response from the local community has been extraordinary. Scores of volunteers have shown up to lend a hand, whether sorting piles of donated items or offering their time to foster pets in need.
Adoption efforts have also ramped up, with 60 displaced cats and dogs now in need of forever homes. Every adoption eases the burden on the shelter and ensures that these animals find the love and comfort they deserve.
How You Can Help
If reading about Pasadena Humane’s incredible work has inspired you, there are plenty of ways to make a difference:
Donate Supplies or Funds
While donations of food, blankets, and crates are helpful, financial contributions are especially needed to cover veterinary care and emergency medicines. Consider doing your part by donating directly to Pasadena Humane.
Foster or Adopt a Pet
Fostering pets offers relief to overburdened shelters while also giving animals a warm, loving home. Better yet, if you’re looking for a furry companion, now is the perfect time to adopt.
Support Through Fetch The Sun
For every Fetch The Sun sale in February and March 2025, we will donate 15% to support Pasadena Humane’s efforts. Shopping with purpose has never been easier, so stock up on your favorite eco-friendly gear and know you’re helping animals in need.
Spread the Word
Raise awareness by sharing Pasadena Humane’s mission on social media. The more people who know about their vital work, the more support they’ll receive.
Joining Hands for a Better Tomorrow
The dedication and resilience of Pasadena Humane inspire hope in difficult times. With their unwavering commitment to animal welfare and the power of community behind them, hundreds of animals and families are finding the comfort and care they need.
By supporting their initiative or shopping with Fetch The Sun, you can play a role in this incredible effort to make the world a safer place for animals.
Together, we can give these pets and their families a second chance.
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