Transfer of 11 dogs creates critical shelter capacity for pets displaced by the wildfire.
SPCA of Texas staff members traveled to the Mineral Wells Animal Shelter to transport 11 dogs—3 puppies and 8 adults—to the Russell E. Dealey Animal Rescue Center. This transfer of animals made room in the Mineral Wells shelter for an expected influx of pets displaced by the Ross Fire. The dogs received medical evaluations and rabies vaccinations at the SPCA of Texas during intake.
“We are privileged to be able to respond immediately to a request for assistance from the Mineral Wells Animal Shelter when they desperately need help during the intense Ross Fire,” said SPCA of Texas Senior Director of Shelter & Medical Operations Rebecca Woodward. “Our caring for these dogs not only opens up space in their shelter for pets displaced by the fire, but also helps alleviate some of the stress our peers at the Shelter are experiencing at this time.”
The SPCA of Texas may return to the Mineral Wells Animal Shelter in the next day or two as needed to transport more dogs and adult cats and kittens to the Dealey Animal Rescue Center.
Some of the 11 dogs are available for adoption at the Jan Rees-Jones Animal Care Center (2400 Lone Star Dr, 75212). The Animal Care Center is open from Noon to 6 p.m. every day of the week. The puppies need to be spayed and neutered, so they are available for Fostering until altered. Fostering with the SPCA of Texas is free, and the organization provides the food and supplies foster families need to care for their foster pets.
Residents affected by the Ross Fire who need assistance with pets should continue to follow guidance from local emergency officials and the Mineral Wells Animal Shelter. The SPCA of Texas is supporting the local shelter by creating additional capacity and stands ready to provide further assistance as needs develop.
To learn more about the SPCA of Texas, including pets available for adoption, foster opportunities and ways to support its work for animals and communities across North Texas, visit spca.org. To make a gift, visit spca.org/rescue26.
Source: Press Release
