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Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter announce opening of Desert Wildlife Center in fall 2024
The Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter has announced the opening of the Desert Wildlife Center (DWC), which will take place in fall of this year. The Coachella Valley is home to a wide range of wildlife- from birds to reptiles to mammal species- many of which are endemic, threatened, or endangered. Risks to
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Volunteers arrange large transport of dogs from Coachella Valley Animal Campus to ease overcrowding issues
Several dogs from the Coachella Valley Animal Campus (CVAC) were transported by volunteers and local networkers up to rescue organizations in central California today. CVAC has been facing severe overcrowding issues following multiple dog hoarding cases in what is already the busiest time of the year for animal shelters. Christina Courier, CVAC’s current foster, acted
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Coachella Valley Animal Campus offers free dog adoptions through July after recent events
The Coachella Valley Animal Campus (CVAC) will be having free dog adoptions through the end of July. CVAC is experiencing severe overcrowding, as summer is one of the busiest times for shelters. On average, more than 100 pets are impounded daily at county shelters during the work week. During the summer, that figure soars to
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Palm Springs Animal Shelter asks for donations due to influx of animals
Palm Springs Animal Shelter is in need of donations due to the influx of animals that have been brought into the shelter this summer. Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times of the year for animal shelters. Many shelters can see a 30 to 50 percent increase in lost pets after the
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Local animal shelters see increase in lost pets after Fourth of July celebrations
Fireworks are a fun way to celebrate Independence Day for many, but for our four-legged friends, the loud bangs and booms can be frightening. July 5th is one of the busiest times of the year for animal shelters. Many shelters can see a 30 to 50 percent increase in lost pets after the holiday. Marisa
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The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission is starting their collection of school supplies for their Backpack Bonanza
Go to cvrm.org for information on how to donate
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