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Animal HealingWorks Intuitive Healing Wellness Coach
Registered Veterinary Technician, CFVP
Certified Energy Practitioner

22/06/2025

What has a tail, whiskers, and the courage to crawl through collapsed buildings to save humans?

Rescue rats. With backpacks. No joke.

In what sounds like the wildest Pixar plot ever, a Belgian non-profit called APOPO is training African giant pouched rats to help find survivors in disaster zones. These little legends are being fitted with tiny custom-made backpacks that include location trackers, cameras, and two-way microphones.

Yup. You can literally talk to a rat as it searches for trapped people under rubble.

But why rats? Aren’t they just pests? Not these ones.

African pouched rats are smart, lightweight, and insanely good at smelling stuff. They can squeeze into tight spaces where humans and dogs can’t go, and they’re light enough not to trigger unstable debris. Plus, they’re fast learners and totally chill in chaotic environments.

They’ve already proven their skills in landmine detection and tuberculosis screening. Now, they’re being trained to sniff out survivors after earthquakes, bombings, and other disasters. When they find a human, they pull a switch on their vest to alert the team, and boom, a life could be saved.

Each rat is treated like a hero. They get daily care, playtime, and even retirement when their work is done. And before you ask: No, they’re not sent into dangerous situations unless it's safe for them.

It’s one of the most unexpected but brilliant uses of animal intelligence and tech combined. A rat may not look like a superhero, but if you were trapped under a collapsed building, one might just be your best shot at survival.

Takeaway? Don’t underestimate the underdogs of the animal world. Sometimes the smallest creatures carry the biggest missions.

19/06/2025

The weather is warm but it's raining kittens at VCAS! ☔️🐱 To help find homes for our growing population of kittens, we will be holding a free kitten adoption promotion from June 18-29 for all felines 6 months or under.⁠

All kittens are posted to the shelter website at vcas.us/cats. ⁠
Our full adoption process still applies to ensure good matches are made. All kittens leave spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped & registered to their new owners.⁠

(Please note this only applies to kittens currently housed at the shelter. But we will always honor a BOGO deal at offsite petstores or foster homes 🤗.)

Full adoption process explained at vcas.us/adopt

15/06/2025

“Nesting bird season is here! Trim trees, shrubs and groundcover primarily in the fall and winter to protect bird nests and bird habitat,” wildlife biologist David Wappler writes. Read the full column at vcreporter.com/opinion/power-to-speak-bird-friendly-tree-trimming-tips/article_f86fc950-f7bc-4140-b73f-1a3fe63e93df.html.

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14/06/2025

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13/06/2025

UPCOMING FREE MICROCHIP CLINIC ON 6/16! Ensure your pets are safe with up to date microchips before the July 4 holiday.

¡Asegúrese de que sus mascotas estén seguras y protegidas en esta temporada del 4 de julio! VCAS organizará clínicas gratuitas de microchips antes del dea festivo.

Monday, June 16 10:00AM-11:30AM
Monday, June 23 10:00AM-11:30AM
Monday, June 30 10:00AM-11:30AM

Dogs must be on-leash and cats must be in carriers.
For dogs & cats 8 weeks of age and older!

REQUISITOS:
Debe vivir en el condado de Ventura.
Los perros deben estar con vcorrea.
Los gatos deben estar en transportines.
Los perros y gatos deben tener 8 semanas o más.

13/06/2025
Are you the one who can show up for this boy with lots of love, a safe space, and patience?
11/06/2025

Are you the one who can show up for this boy with lots of love, a safe space, and patience?

HELP NEEDED for Stetson, a 1-year-old German Shepherd! Losing weight in shelter. :(

Kennel stress has made it hard for Stetson to keep weight on. He's a young shepherd who just doesn't get out enough! We are also helping him with some skin allergies, and while he's responding well to treatment, but the shelter isn’t the ideal place for him to fully recover.

What Stetson needs is a stable home where he can eat meals he enjoys, get regular walks and playtime, and continue healing without the noise and stress of kennel life. His family will need to monitor his allergies, but his prognosis in a home is great!

If you've got a soft spot for a GSD in need, Stetson would love a chance at a foster (or forever) home! May be open to gradual intros with other dogs.

Those interested in adopting can come visit at 600 Aviation Drive, Camarillo CA, and fosters can apply at vcas.us/foster!

Stetson's pet page: https://animalservices.venturacounty.gov/viewan-2/?ida=A861346

09/06/2025

Yes, that is an uninjured fawn laying in the middle of the road. No, it does not need to be gathered up and whisked away to a rehabber. So why is it in the roadway? A couple of possibilities. Mom either parked it there while she is off browsing or the fawn was crossing the road with mom and was frightened.

Let's discuss the latter first. Fawns will instinctively drop and freeze when they feel scared. They are attempting to become "invisible" to a threat. A fawn crossing a road with its mom might do this in response to an approaching car. Not the best strategy. Even when approached, the instinct is so strong that the fawn freezes and will not react and risk becoming "visible". In these cases, move the fawn off the road TOWARD mom. Do NOT attempt to do anything other than move the fawn out of a potentially deadly situation and then leave it alone.

So what if the baby has been "parked" there by mom. This happens. Pavement is warm and even though there is no cover, does have been known to do this. Especially, in areas that still have a lot of snow on the ground this time of year. In these cases, the BEST scenario is to simply block traffic until mom comes back to claim the fawn. But since this is likely not going to be practical, just move it a safe distance off the roadway (no more than 30 feet), but leave it as close to the original spot as possible.

08/06/2025

Today is the day! California Adopt a Pet Day is here.

We are proud to join shelters across the state in a united effort to help animals find loving homes. Whether you are looking for a playful kitten, a loyal dog, or a calm companion, we have wonderful pets waiting to meet you.

Visit our Santa Barbara or Santa Maria campus today between 12 and 4:30 p.m.
You can also browse adoptable pets anytime at sbhumane.org/adopt.

Your new best friend could be just a visit away.

Do you want a lap love kitty who will be your best buddy? Please go get this boy!
06/06/2025

Do you want a lap love kitty who will be your best buddy? Please go get this boy!

UPDATE: Art has been adopted!

Art (A519958) was returned to the shelter for being too needy. But we know that’s actually a positive trait to a lot of adopters! If you’re looking for a Velcro kitty who always wants to be the center of attention (and will show off his perfectly fluffy belly to make sure that happens), seven-year-old Art is probably the cat for you!

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