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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10.7.20 FW_ Press Release_ Animal Shelters to Close on October 23, 2020-Butte County Residents Impacted by the North Complex Fires are Encouraged to Reclaim Their Pets From:McAfee-Bowersox, Miranda Subject:FW: Press Release: Animal Shelters to Close on October 23, 2020-Butte County Residents Impacted by the North Complex Fires are Encouraged to Reclaim Their Pets Date:Wednesday, October 7, 2020 11:07:04 AM Attachments:image001.png CORRECTION: Please note the correction in the headline date. Animal Shelters will close on October 23. My apologies. Miranda Miranda Bowersox Communications/Public Information Officer Butte County Administration 25 County Center Drive, Oroville Ca. 95965 T. 530.552.3320 M. Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest From: McAfee-Bowersox, Miranda Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 10:36 AM Subject: Press Release: Animal Shelters to Close on October 9, 2020-Butte County Residents Impacted by the North Complex Fires are Encouraged to Reclaim Their Pets FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 7, 2020 CONTACT Miranda Bowersox Butte County Public Information Officer ANIMAL SHELTERS TO CLOSE ON OCTOBER 23, 2020-BUTTE COUNTY RESIDENTS IMPACTED BY THE NORTH COMPLEX FIRES ARE ENCOURAGED TO RECLAIM THEIR PETS th Butte County – Since September 9, Butte County Animal Control and North Valley Animal Disaster Group has sheltered over 590 large and small animals and provided care for over 1000 animals that have been sheltered-in-place that were directly affected by the North Complex Fire. As residents have been able to return to their homes or settle into alternative living spaces, many of the animals have been reclaimed; however, at the present time, 300 remain sheltered. Butte County Animal Control is urging residents to check the Pet Harbor Website frequently to see if their missing pet might be one of the unclaimed pets currently being sheltered. Residents can email reunification@nvadg.org or call 530-895-0000 to reclaim their pet. Animal Control will be reaching out to the owners of the pets that have identified owners but still remain in the shelter to advise them that the shelter will be closed on October 23rd, 2020 and request that they take possession and responsibility for their pets. Evacuees whose property is unaffected are asked to pick up their animals immediately. Evacuees who are unable to care for their animals are encouraged to check with friends or family who may be available to foster them. Our animal reunification team will work with owners and may have some supplies available to support animals with their owners during this transition. If evacuees are not able to identify any care options for their animals, they are asked to contact the shelter and surrender them so they may be adopted. While this is an incredibly difficult decision to make, allowing animals to be adopted as a last resort will ensure the optimal health for these beloved animals. If owners are able to pick up their animals, they should bring a photo ID and the pink copy of the animal intake form. th Beginning October 16, any remaining unclaimed animals will begin going through the process of health exams, spaying and neutering and be placed with adoption partners that can unite these pets with their “forever” homes. “While these animals have received excellent basic care over the last few weeks, they deserve a safe and loving home for a healthy future”, stated Ryan Soulsby, Butte County Animal Control Program Manager. Animal Shelters are operating between the hours of 8am-6pm at the following locations: Large Animal Shelter- Camelot Equestrian Park- 1985 Clark Road, Paradise Small Animal Shelters- 2279 Del Oro and Mono Ste. E, Oroville 521 Cal Oak Rd., Oroville ### Miranda Bowersox Communications/Public Information Officer Butte County Administration 25 County Center Drive, Oroville Ca. 95965 T. 530.552.3320 M. From:McAfee-Bowersox, Miranda Subject:Press Release to be sent shortly Date:Wednesday, October 7, 2020 10:31:53 AM Attachments:image001.png Good Morning Board Members, The below press release will be sent to the media shortly. Thank you. Miranda FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 7, 2020 CONTACT Miranda Bowersox Butte County Public Information Officer ANIMAL SHELTERS TO CLOSE ON OCTOBER 9, 2020-BUTTE COUNTY RESIDENTS IMPACTED BY THE NORTH COMPLEX FIRES ARE ENCOURAGED TO RECLAIM THEIR PETS th Butte County – Since September 9, Butte County Animal Control and North Valley Animal Disaster Group has sheltered over 590 large and small animals and provided care for over 1000 animals that have been sheltered-in-place that were directly affected by the North Complex Fire. As residents have been able to return to their homes or settle into alternative living spaces, many of the animals have been reclaimed; however, at the present time, 300 remain sheltered. Butte County Animal Control is urging residents to check the Pet Harbor Website frequently to see if their missing pet might be one of the unclaimed pets currently being sheltered. Residents can email reunification@nvadg.org or call 530-895-0000 to reclaim their pet. Animal Control will be reaching out to the owners of the pets that have identified owners but still remain in the shelter to advise them that the shelter will be closed on October 23th, 2020 and request that they take possession and responsibility for their pets. Evacuees whose property is unaffected are asked to pick up their animals immediately. Evacuees who are unable to care for their animals are encouraged to check with friends or family who may be available to foster them. Our animal reunification team will work with owners and may have some supplies available to support animals with their owners during this transition. If evacuees are not able to identify any care options for their animals, they are asked to contact the shelter and surrender them so they may be adopted. While this is an incredibly difficult decision to make, allowing animals to be adopted as a last resort will ensure the optimal health for these beloved animals. If owners are able to pick up their animals, they should bring a photo ID and the pink copy of the animal intake form. th Beginning October 16, any remaining unclaimed animals will begin going through the process of health exams, spaying and neutering and be placed with adoption partners that can unite these pets with their “forever” homes. “While these animals have received excellent basic care over the last few weeks, they deserve a safe and loving home for a healthy future”, stated Ryan Soulsby, Butte County Animal Control Program Manager. Animal Shelters are operating between the hours of 8am-6pm at the following locations: Large Animal Shelter- Camelot Equestrian Park- 1985 Clark Road, Paradise Small Animal Shelters- 2279 Del Oro and Mono Ste. E, Oroville 521 Cal Oak Rd., Oroville ### Miranda Bowersox Communications/Public Information Officer Butte County Administration 25 County Center Drive, Oroville Ca. 95965 T. 530.552.3320 M. Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest