Los Angeles County Receives Donation of AKC Pet Disaster Relief Trailer
AKC Reunite, the largest non-profit pet identification and recovery service provider in the United States, is pleased to announce the donation of its 106th AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailer in Castaic, CA in Los Angeles County. This life-saving equipment will be available to dispatch to any local disaster scene that needs assistance sheltering pets. This trailer was delivered on Thursday, August 17th and will assist the Castaic Animal Care Center and the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control in helping community pets that may become displaced in an emergency.
“We are very happy this trailer is going to Los Angeles County” said Tom Sharp, President & CEO of AKC Reunite. “As the country’s most-populous county, facing emergencies such as apartment fires and wildfires, these resources are essential for the pets and people who live there.”
“Being able to respond quickly to rescue and care for animals in an emergency is a critical part of DACC’s mission.”
Marcia Mayeda ~ L.A. Department of Animal Care & Control Director
AKC Pet Disaster Relief is a nationwide program sponsored by AKC Reunite, the country’s largest non-profit microchip identification and recovery service. AKC Reunite partners with AKC® Dog Clubs and pet lovers across the country to make these donations a reality. The Los Angeles County trailer was made possible by a donation of $12,000 from West Valley Dog Sports.
“Being able to respond quickly to rescue and care for animals in an emergency is a critical part of DACC’s mission,” said Marcia Mayeda, L.A. Department of Animal Care & Control Director. “We are grateful for the AKC’s generous support in allowing us to provide more resources and care to animals in these circumstances.”
The equipment in the AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailers helps to create a safe, temporary home-base for at least 65 pets during the first 72 hours after a disaster is declared. The trailers house and deliver essential animal care items including crates and carriers, AKC Reunite microchips and an AKC Reunite universal microchip scanner, bowls, collars and leashes as well as fans, lighting and a generator, cleaning supplies and maintenance items. These supplies can be used as co-location shelters, where people can evacuate with their pets, as well as emergency animal shelters for displaced animals.
Learn more about how to get involved online with AKC Pet Disaster Relief or contact us at 919-816-3980 and relief@akcreunite.org.
