Best Friends Animal Society was able to move numerous pets into foster and adoptive homes; PHOTO COURTESY OF BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) announced an incredible $5 million California Wildfire Response & Preparedness Fund to support animal welfare organizations that helped during the wildfires. In accordance with this, L.A. County organizations were able to apply for the grant through February to get the funding they needed.
During the L.A. wildfires, Belle’s Boarding gathered donations while continuing to take in displaced pets across the county, providing anything from shelter and essentials to much-needed wellness checks. For those moved to contribute, options abound: consider adoption, fostering or offer monetary support via their website.
As an animal welfare organization, Best Friends Animal Society opened two pet pantries, one at Best Friends Pet Adoption Center and the other at Best Friends Clinic, to provide everyday pet supplies such as food, litter, leashes and collars to those affected by the L.A. wildfires. You can continue to support their efforts to save pet’s lives through the donation portal on their website.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL
This network of seven animal care centers throughout Los Angeles helped immensely with urgent care for animals during this time of need. From waiving adoption fees to taking in the most vulnerable wildlife, the organization made sure the community was in good hands.
LOS ANGELES EQUESTRIAN SOCIETY
Larger animals especially needed support during the L.A. wildfires. The Los Angeles Equestrian Society served as a designated evacuation shelter for animals, from cows to horses, ensuring their safety from land that was overcome by fires. If you’re interested in giving back, monetary and supply donations are still accepted, and volunteers are always appreciated.
During the wildfires, the nonprofit organization hosted a supply drive—gathering unused pet supplies both in person and through an online wishlist to be dropped at local animal shelters and organizations. To continue supporting Love’s Legacy Rescue, consider fostering, adopting, making monetary donations or purchasing essential supplies directly through their wishlist.
Pasadena Humane assisted pets and animals around the clock from boarding to food banks; PHOTO COURTESY OF PASADENA HUMANE
As an emergency response grounds team and evacuation center, the nonprofit organization took in over 1,000 animals from the Eaton Fire in Altadena, and their phone lines always remained open to assist the community—whether an animal was found or lost. The selfless organization continues as a resource through emergency boarding, injury care and pet food banks.
Lauren Brokaw, a passionate animal lover and creative in Los Angeles, stepped up during this time of crisis in our community. Leveraging her Instagram, @puppyluvla, she offered critical pet resources amid the L.A. wildfires, reaching from the Palisades to Altadena. Discover her page for continual updates, support and community tips.
A care package sent to Baby2Baby from Puppy Luv LA; PHOTO COURTESY OF LAUREN BROKAW
This Los Angeles-based 501c3 animal rescue worked tirelessly, gathering donations for displaced pets and delivering resources to shelters and other animal-based organizations across the county. The foundation also rescued current dogs from shelters and placed them in foster homes, allowing L.A.-based shelters to accommodate additional animals displaced by the fires. During the time of need, the L.A. community helped the foundation by providing pet supplies and truck transport. Today, you can donate on their website or volunteer to give back.
The volunteer-run nonprofit took in cats and small animals affected by the wildfires, providing essential supplies and medical care. If you’d like to volunteer, donate or are thinking about fostering or adoption, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date information.
Photography by: BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY
