Gunter's Legacy Animal Rescue, Inc.

09/07/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 9, 2025

Contact: Christopher Valles, [email protected]



Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control
Supports Pet Owners Affected by Deportation Operations

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is beginning to see the impact of recent immigration and deportation enforcement actions on family pets. Since June 10, 15 dogs have been relinquished because their owners were deported for immigration-related matters.

There may be other pets in the community that may need help. DACC encourages any pet owner to reach out to DACC for assistance for animals impacted by deportation operations. If the deportation has already occurred, their friends, neighbors, or relatives may contact DACC on behalf of the pets. DACC also offers resources such as pet food, medical treatment, and support to ensure that pets can be cared for in the absence of their owners.

These services are offered in all DACC’s operational areas, which include all unincorporated areas and 45 cities that contract with DACC for service. People needing assistance outside of DACC jurisdiction should contact their local animal services provider. Not sure if you’re within our service area? You can easily check by inputting your address here: https://locator.lacounty.gov/animal/shelters.

You can view more resources that DACC offers at https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/.

DACC urges pet owners not to abandon their pets. Abandoned animals face starvation, dehydration, predation, and medical emergencies. Pets belonging to deported or detained owners may be brought to any one of DACC’s seven care centers regardless of their owner’s legal status. Our priority is the safety and well-being of the animals and peace of mind for the pet owner. We are here to provide compassionate support during this difficult period.

Agoura Animal Care Center - 29525 Agoura Rd., Agoura Hills
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center - 4275 N. Elton St., Baldwin Park
Castaic Animal Care Center - 31044 Charlie Cyn Rd., Castaic
Carson/Gardena Animal Care Center - 216 Victoria St., Gardena
Downey Animal Care Center - 11258 S. Garfield Ave., Downey
Lancaster Animal Care Center - 5210 W. Ave I, Lancaster
Palmdale Animal Care Center – 38550 Sierra Hwy., Palmdale

24-Hour Communications Centers:
North County: (661) 940-4191 (for Castaic, Lancaster, Palmdale ACCs)
South County: (562) 940-6898 (for Agoura, Baldwin Park, Carson/Gardena, and Downey ACCs)
“Our commitment to compassion and customer services is never more prevalent than in these challenging times,” said DACC Director Marcia Mayeda. “We want to emphasize that if any pet is left behind due to the possibility of a pet owner’s deportation, the Department of Animal Care and Control is here to help. We urge anyone in need to contact us so we can provide the necessary support for their beloved pets.”

DACC is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of all animals in our care and supporting our community members during times of need. DACC believes that no pet should suffer due to circumstances beyond their control, and we are committed to being a resource for those who require assistance.



About the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC)

DACC is one of the largest animal care and control agencies in the nation, operating seven animal care centers and providing services to more than three million residents and their pets. DACC operates under the nationally recognized Socially Conscious Sheltering model to ensure the best possible outcomes for animals and the community. As a community resource center for pets and owners, DACC protects people and animals from harm, provides care for lost and unwanted animals, reunites lost pets with their families, and strives every day to move closer to its goal of finding a loving home for every adoptable pet that comes through its doors. To learn more about DACC, the resources DACC provides, and view its animals, visit https://animalcare.lacounty.gov or follow us on Facebook, Instagram , and X (formerly Twitter). To support DACC’s efforts, please donate to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation at https://lacountyanimals.org/. To learn more about Socially Conscious Sheltering, visit https://scsheltering.org/.

People and Animals in Community Together

07/07/2025

Long stay Piper. Still adorable. Still waiting for her forever home. 😕💗
(Grass Valley, CA)

Piper’s been in foster care for an entire year with not a single application. Please click the link below to learn more about her. Please also like, comment, and share to help her be seen.

🌼🤍PIPER🤍🌼
(Grass Valley, CA)

Piper is a funny, endearing 15-pound, 8 year old Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix. She thoroughly enjoys belly rubs, strolls, playful pursuits, catching toys, and sun-bathing in the yard. 🌞

Piper has been socialized by our outstanding foster, Noel, and gets along with small dogs. However, Piper favors an exclusive companionship with a special someone. If her special someone has other dogs, Piper will confidently assume an alpha role. She has subtle possessiveness that emerges when it comes to sharing attention from her foster. 🤭

Piper is wonderful on both car rides and leashed walks. She barks infrequently, but can still be a reliable guard dog. Her foster wholeheartedly endorses Piper's remarkable cuddling abilities. Piper readily recognizes her name and demonstrates excellent recall. She is a flexible eater and proficiently uses doggie doors and/or p*e pads.

Does Piper sound like the one for you? ❤️ We’d love to hear what you think in the comments below (and your comments help Piper be seen🙂). If reading this you know Piper is the one for you, click here to apply!
https://www.gunterslegacy.org/adopt

06/07/2025

Adoptable, AVAILABLE, adorable Kevin.💫💙
(Napa, CA)

2 years old. 15-ish lbs. Ready to enhance your weekend relaxation routine when you are.

Apply to adopt Kevin here:
https://www.gunterslegacy.org/adopt

06/07/2025

‼️❤️FOSTER NEEDED❤️‼️
(Currently located in Grass Valley, CA. Can be fostered in surrounding areas.)

We’re urgently looking for a foster home for sweet little Naomi. You might remember her. Our GLAR community rallied around her and helped her get to safe rescue. She is currently being fostered by our extraordinary foster, Noel. Unfortunately, Naomi and Noel’s other foster, Piper, don’t see eye to eye. 🙃

✨ A few things about Naomi:

-Loves to play and go for walks
-Potty trained to use a doggie door and p*e pads (no accidents at all)!
-Enjoys cuddling and loves to be carried around
-Not a picky eater, but needs supervision around food because she will overeat and can show food aggression
-Would do best with ***easy-going, non-alpha dogs*** who enjoy playing
-Shy and nervous around strangers; can bark a lot initially but settles if picked up and comforted

🚫 Special Considerations:

-She can be nippy with strangers and is not suitable for a home with children
-Needs a foster experienced with shy or fearful dogs who can help her feel secure and safe

Naomi’s a loving, fun little dog who just needs the right foster home to help her thrive. Can you open your heart and home to her?

Please apply here:
https://www.gunterslegacy.org/foster

04/07/2025

Please share, call, email, comment on their social media, go to their reviews, contact the media that has done many “feel good stories” on the Herimatage Cat Shelter. Lilith needs to come home NOW!

PLEASE SHARE⚠️

Imagine a scenario where a beloved cat, cherished and provided with the best of everything, vanishes without a trace. Now, picture this: ten years later, she's found in Tucson, Arizona, she disappeared from California. The microchip company notifies you that your cat has been located, and you're ready to drive from California to Arizona to reunite with her.

However, the person who found your cat took her to a shelter. The shelter scanned her but never reached out to you, the shelter failed to notify the owner.

Finally, imagine calling the shelter only to be told, "Lilith will live out her life in safety at our sanctuary," before they block your number.

Weeks have passed and the shelter is still refusing to return her cat.

The shelter, https://www.facebook.com/HermitageCatShelter?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr
This is their phone number, +1 (520) 571-7839
Website, https://www.hermitagecatshelter.org/

KOLD News 13
KGUN 9
News 4 Tucson - KVOA









Lets flood them with calls bring Lilith home!

PLEASE SHARE❣️❣️❣️❣️

03/07/2025

Ebi was not adopted from our organization, but her sister, Mochi, was, and we recognized that Will was the ideal candidate to adopt Mochi due to his affection for Ebi, his senior dog. Ebi is celebrating her 17th birthday today. Please join us in celebrating Ebi's 17th birthday and wishing her many more happy years. Happy birthday, Ebi.

03/07/2025

THANK YOU everyone for uour kind words and condolences. Its been a difficult week.

Today, we celebrate the life of Bean, a remarkable dog who crossed the Rainbow Bridge, leaving behind a legacy of inspiration and hope. Over two years ago, Bean joined Gunter's Legacy after being surrendered by his owners, a heartbreaking reminder of the importance of compassion and kindness. Despite facing unimaginable challenges, including the scorching Temecula heat and a severe spinal curvature, Bean's spirit remained unbroken. This gentle soul loved nothing more than galloping in the grass, being held, and showering love on those around him. Bean's story is a testament to the transformative power of love and the importance of cherishing every moment. His courage and resilience inspire us to approach life's challenges with hope, optimism, and a deep appreciation for the beauty in every moment.

02/07/2025

Happy follow-versary to our awesome follower. Thanks for all your support!

Kim Ivester

30/06/2025

Thank you everyone for your kind words.

This past weekend was incredibly difficult. I've been grappling with the reality of having two dogs that I will most likely have to help pass over this week, and I wasn't expecting a third. Unfortunately, Benny took a turn for the worse yesterday. His little heart simply wouldn't cooperate anymore. This morning, I took him to Western University Pet Health Center, and I'm so grateful they were able to admit him immediately. My heartfelt thanks go out to Dr. Tyndall and all the staff.

Benny came to me from the Inland Valley Humane Society and SPCA in Pomona. When I received an email asking if I could help him, I said yes. Benny was a very senior dog, and I was never truly sure of his age. He weighed less than four pounds, had a bad heart, and a curving spine. But the most striking thing was his appearance. I rarely posted pictures of Benny because I didn't want negative feedback; I just wanted him to have the best and most positive final months of his life. I thought he would only be with us for a short time, given how neglected he had been. I don't know if Benny was an owner surrender or a stray, but I know whoever had him did not deserve this kind little dog. When he barked, it was with the voice of someone who had been smoking for 40 years. He only barked when it was time for breakfast or dinner, or if he was outside and wanted to come in. He had a loud bark for such a little guy. Benny's skin was in terrible condition. He had years of flea dirt and fleas—just pure neglect. I don't know if he was kept outside, but his skin condition certainly suggested it. The first time I gave Benny a bath, most of his hair fell out. I continued to give him baths twice a week, and each time, the black residue on his little body would take some of his skin with it. It was a slow process because I didn't want him to be in any pain.

I am so angry at the person who had the privilege of having Benny as a young pup, an adult, and a senior, and chose not to treat him as a member of their family, but rather relegated him to a backyard to live in the elements of Southern California.

I am so grateful to have had Benny for his last year. This little dog, from his tiny three-pound body, showed so much love and never let the neglect of years impact his spirit. I truly hope the people who had him and neglected him never have another dog again.

After Benny passed, I drove home. I sat in my car in front of my home for about 20 minutes. No matter how many times I have to say goodbye to one of my fosters, coming home is the worst part. Even with the other dogs at home, the absence of that one little dog who made a world of difference creates a silence that reminds you someone is missing.

Benny was loved for the last year of his life, and he made a huge impact on mine. He will be deeply missed.

Leti

29/06/2025

Dear Valued Members of Our GLAR Community,

We’ve recently been inspired by a unique local diner, known for its unconventional approach to customer service. This diner, a highlight in community news, embraces a style where staff playfully “insult” patrons, creating a memorable and distinct experience.

Observing this, and reflecting on how comfortable some individuals feel being rude or dismissive towards our dedicated team at Günter’s Legacy, we’ve decided to adopt a similar, albeit lighthearted, approach. We believe that everyone deserves to experience the same level of comfort they offer, and we’re ready to engage with a bit of playful banter in return.

At Günter’s Legacy Animal Rescue, Inc., we are committed to finding loving homes for all our dogs. We have a diverse group of wonderful pups awaiting their forever families, including Aurora, Benny, Bean, Birdie, Chloe, Daisy, Misha, Pearl Sky, Chiquis, Bell, Rufus, Dewey, Kevin, Trixie Chihuahua, Trixie Terrier, Phineas, Oscar, Simba, Carlos, Tito, Tiny,Jilly, Raven, Maggie (pending adoption), Otis, Harvey (adoption pending), Joey, Darby, Charlie, Josh, Lucas, Kevin, Taco (el jefe) (adoption pending), Piper, Peanut, and Naomi.

While Maggie, Harvey and Jefe are currently pending adoption, we encourage you to consider one of our other equally deserving dogs. They may not all be four pounds, but each one is just as worthy of a loving home.

We kindly ask you to introduce yourself before engaging in any communication. This simple courtesy allows us to maintain a positive and respectful environment, and it helps us share valuable information with other rescues about your mindful and demure nature.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Sincerely,
Günter’s Legacy Animal Rescue, Inc.

***p.s. we’re only kidding🙃🙃🙃🙃