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09/01/2025

Critical fire weather will last through Friday for portions of LA and Ventura counties, including major wildfire locations such as the Palisades Fire, the Eaton Fire, and the Hurst Fire. Gusty winds and very dry conditions will continue to fuel fire starts and existing fires.

09/01/2025

08/01/2025

Our hearts are heavy as we see the devastation caused by these fires. 💔 If anyone needs to evacuate their horses, we have space available. We can house your horses in our open arenas and round pens to keep them safe during this tragedy.

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need to relocate your animals—we are here to help in any way we can. Stay safe, everyone. 🐴❤️

08/01/2025

Update: Due to the mandatory evacuation orders, the Westwood Recreation Center and Ritchie Valens Rec Center, is open for evacuees and accepts small animals. LA Animal Services is providing crates, bowls, pet food, and blankets.

The Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank and Hansen Dam in Lake View Terrace is open for evacuation of large animals.

Get the latest updates on evacuation orders related to the fires by going to LAFD.org/alerts.

The best way to handle any emergency or disaster is by being prepared. Plan ahead and ensure your pets are part of your family emergency plan. For more information and to get your emergency plan checklist, go to laanimalservices.com/emergency-preparendness.

08/01/2025

In the midst of a high wind event and rampant wildfires in our neighboring county, now is an extremely important time to have a plan for yourself and your animals in the case of a fire or other emergency. These tips from AKC Reunite can make all the difference.

More resources for disaster preparedness can be found on our website at vcas.us/disaster.

08/01/2025

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08/01/2025

Much of the east is predicted to get a nasty rain/ice/snow event in the next couple of days.

Here is what you need to know about horses and winter storms.

It is fine for your horses to be out in the snow in most cases. Often even if a horse has free choice access to a shelter, he will stay out in the snow.

Throwing them more hay will help to keep them warm. The very act of digestion is what provides them with an internal furnace.

Where horses will be in trouble is if there is a heavy rain event followed by freezing temperatures. A heavy rain will thoroughly soak them and ruin the body's ability to raise its hair and trap air for insulation. If you can, we encourage you to either put your horses inside or put a waterproof blanket on them so that when the temperatures fall and the snow starts, they will be dry and able to weather the storm fine. (Let them out or take the blanket off when the rain is over)

Horses with snow piled on their bodies means their insulation system is working. Please don't call animal control if your neighbor's horse has snow accumulation on their backs. That is what they Should look like.

That being said, some horses just can't figure out how to insulate themselves so if your horse is shivering and is not accumulating snow, something else must be done for them.

We understand that some of you will not be able to do this. In that case, please throw out a lot of extra hay for them. Hopefully those of you that can't bring them in have trees your horses will be smart enough to get under.

Horses need access to water, salt and loose minerals during the cold weather. These things are very important for them to deal with the cold better. (these are, of course, important at all times) Be careful with your tank de-icers and water heaters.

Watch out for ice balls to form in your horse's hooves, especially if they are shod.

Over the next several days if you'd like to pm your snow collecting pony pics we'd like to share them in a post

Batten down the hatches folks. It is going to get interesting for some of you out there!

08/01/2025

San Diego is under a red flag warning, with an increased risk of fire due to Santa Ana winds. It's crucial to have an emergency plan for your family — including pets of all sizes. Create an emergency kit for your pet, including food, medication, water, bedding, toys and any other items to make them feel secure. Make sure your pets are wearing identification, including a collar with ID tag, even if your pet doesn't normally go outdoors. If your pet has a microchip, make sure your registered contact information is up to date. If there is a fire, evacuate early and don't leave your pets behind. Make a plan now for any large animals and livestock. Pets cannot fend for themselves during disasters and leaving them behind can risk their lives and the lives of rescuers. Find more tips and a preparedness checklist at: sdhumane.org/disasterprep.

08/01/2025

We have kennels available at our Oxnard location to house smaller pets who need temporary hosing! Please let us know if you are in need and share with those who may be! DM or email [email protected]

06/01/2025

Today is the time to prepare in advance for this severe windstorm expected to arrive tomorrow afternoon.

The animal shelters are at max capacity right now. They don’t need anymore pets brought in for preventable situations. Nor do the emergency hospitals need more hit-by-car cases because excess pets are running around the streets.

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TIPS FOR BEING PREPARED
(In case of fire as well, best to be prepared to leave at any time.)

First and foremost, STAY CALM:
Remember, your pets are experts at feeling energy. And this includes yours. I always like to meet my pets with the energy I want them to absorb. Stay loving. Stay calm. Stay confident.
Being prepared as best we can, helps lessen our own anxiety in stressful situations. They will look to you for energetic leadership!

Secure your home and yard:
Make sure windows are closed, curtains are drawn, and exterior doors are secure.
Please make sure your gates are extremely secure and will not blow open!

White Noise Assistance:
Play calming music, run fans, play TV to help drown out the sound of the windstorm.

For anxious pets:
If you need anxiety medications for your pets, please call your veterinarian and have an Anxiety treatment plan for times like these.
At minimum, (in addition to medications as needed), I recommend a ThunderShirt and/or Adaptil Pheromone Diffusers and/or Collar for dogs, and Feliway Optimum Diffusers for Cats.

Keep pets inside:
If possible, bring your pet inside with you and your family. If you can't bring your pet inside, provide them with adequate shelter that's raised off the ground and faces away from the wind.

Prepare an emergency kit:
Pack a kit for your pet with food, water, medication, and comfort items.

Protect your pet's paws:
Snow and ice can cause cracked or bleeding paws, so wash and dry your pet's paws after they've been outside.

Be careful when walking your pet:
Keep your dog on a leash, and avoid areas near trees, water, power cables, fallen trees, or broken glass. Keep a tight hold on the leash, as the wind can startle your pet.

Microchip your pet:
A microchip contains your contact information, which can help your pet get back to you if they get lost.

Don't leave pets in cars:
Cars can act like refrigerators in cold weather, which can be dangerous for your pet.

STAY SAFE!

HEADS UP!!! A LIFE-THREATENING, DESTRUCTIVE, Widespread Windstorm is expected Tue afternoon-Weds morning across much of Ventura/LA Co. Wind gusts of 50-80 mph, with isolated gusts of 80-100 mph possible across the mountains/foothills. Areas not typically windy will be impacted. See graphic for areas of greatest concern. Stay indoors, away from windows, and expect power outages.

06/01/2025

: Researchers are developing an ambitious AI system aimed at bridging the communication gap between humans and animals. The Earth Species Project, a non-profit organisation, has unveiled NatureLM, an artificial intelligence model designed to decode animal communication. This breakthrough could revolutionise how humans interact with the animal kingdom, offering new insights into behaviour and potentially reshaping how society views animal rights.

https://www.firstpost.com/tech/researchers-developing-ai-system-that-will-let-humans-talk-to-animals-13849260.html?utm_source=Social_FP&utm_medium=Facebook_FP&utm_campaign=New_FB