The recent wildfires in California have devastated many communities, including animal shelters. As the flames have ravaged homes and wildlife habitats, these shelters have been working tirelessly to care for displaced and injured animals. The toll on animals, both domestic and wild, has been heartbreaking, but there’s still hope—and you can help!
The Impact on Animal Shelters
When wildfires strike, animals are often among the first to suffer. Shelters are flooded with pets that have been evacuated or separated from their families, as well as wildlife that has been injured or displaced by the flames. Many shelters are overwhelmed, running low on supplies, and struggling to find room for all the animals in need of care.
In addition to the physical damage caused by the fires, the emotional toll on both the animals and the shelter staff is enormous. Volunteers and workers are working around the clock to comfort, feed, and tend to the animals. With resources stretched thin, it’s clear that they could use all the support they can get.
How You Can Help
The good news is that there are many ways you can make a difference. Whether you're able to donate funds, supplies, or time, every little bit helps!
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Make a Donation
One of the most immediate ways to assist is through financial donations. Many shelters are struggling to cover the costs of food, medical care, and supplies. Your contribution can make a huge difference in providing life-saving treatments and much-needed resources to the animals in need. With every purchase of a Frenchie Head Product, we are donating to animal shelters in LA. -
Donate Supplies
If you’re able to gather pet food, blankets, toys, or other supplies, consider donating them directly to shelters. These items can provide comfort and help meet the basic needs of animals temporarily housed there. -
Volunteer Your Time
If you're local to the area and able to help in person, shelters often need volunteers to assist with tasks like walking dogs, cleaning enclosures, or even helping with administrative work. Your time and care will make a huge impact. -
Spread the Word
If you can’t donate or volunteer, you can still make a difference by raising awareness. Share information on social media, encourage friends and family to help, and spread the word about the shelters that need support. Sometimes, the simplest thing you can do is help connect those who want to help with the organizations that need it. -
Adopt or Foster
If you’re looking for a furry friend and have the capacity to welcome a pet into your home, adopting or fostering animals from shelters can provide them with a loving, stable environment while they await their forever homes.
Every Little Bit Helps
The LA wildfires have left a trail of devastation, but there’s a silver lining in how people can come together to help our furry friends. Whether it’s donating money, supplies, or time, or simply offering support by spreading the word, your help can make a world of difference for animals in need.
Together, we can help these shelters recover, and more importantly, we can ensure that the animals affected by this disaster receive the care and love they deserve. Thank you for doing your part—no matter how big or small! 💛
Here are some specific places where people can donate money or send supplies to help animals affected by the LA fires. These organizations are doing incredible work to support both domestic pets and wildlife during this crisis.
Where to Donate Money:
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Los Angeles Animal Services
LA Animal Services has been instrumental in rescuing and sheltering animals during disasters like wildfires. They are accepting donations to support their emergency response efforts.
Website: LA Animal Services Donation Page -
Best Friends Animal Society
Best Friends operates a network of shelters and works with local animal organizations to rescue and care for displaced animals. They have a special fund for emergency situations like fires.
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RedRover
RedRover is focused on providing emergency shelter, financial assistance, and resources to animals affected by disasters. They have programs dedicated to supporting animals during crises like wildfires.
Website: RedRover Donation Page -
The Humane Society of Ventura County
While located outside LA, the Humane Society of Ventura County provides vital support to pets affected by fires and natural disasters in the region.
Website: HSVC Donation Page
Where to Send Supplies:
If you prefer to send physical supplies like pet food, blankets, and medical supplies, the following organizations are accepting donations:
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Los Angeles Animal Services (LAAS)
LAAS is accepting donations of pet food, bedding, and other supplies for the animals in their care.
Address for supplies:
Los Angeles Animal Services
221 N. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 482-9558
Note: It’s always a good idea to call ahead to confirm exactly what they need at the time. -
The Animal Rescue League of LA (ARL-LA)
ARL-LA accepts donations of pet food, beds, leashes, collars, and other pet care essentials.
Address for supplies:
The Animal Rescue League of Los Angeles
2017 E 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Phone: (323) 730-5300
Note: Check with them directly to see if they have specific needs at the moment. -
RedRover Relief
RedRover also helps distribute supplies to animals affected by fires, and they accept donations of items like pet food, crates, and medical supplies.
Address for supplies:
RedRover
P.O. Box 3211, Sacramento, CA 95812
Phone: (800) 440-2142
Note: They may direct you to specific locations or partner shelters in need of supplies. -
Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation
This organization works to rescue and rehabilitate animals from abuse and disaster situations. They are often in need of pet food, leashes, and other basic supplies.
Address for supplies:
Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation
8626 Bellanca Ave #140, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone: (310) 845-8700
Note: Always call ahead to make sure they’re currently accepting specific items. -
The Humane Society of Ventura County
In addition to financial donations, they accept pet food, bedding, and other supplies for animals impacted by disasters.
Address for supplies:
Humane Society of Ventura County
402 Bryant Street, Ojai, CA 93023
Phone: (805) 646-6505
