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A puppy was stolen from a Santa Ana family’s yard

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Crime, Pets, Santa Ana, SAPD 2 Comments

Update – the puppy has been found! The dog’s owner, Nguyen Taun Thanh, tells Eyewitness News a family found him wandering along Harbor Boulevard. They contacted Thanh after seeing a Facebook post and returned the dog, according to ABC News.

A Santa Ana family is asking for the public’s help in finding their 3-month-old dog after it was allegedly stolen by a suspect who reached over their fence to grab the puppy, according to ABC News.

The dog theft occurred near the intersection of N. Jackson and West 11th streets.

The puppies ran to the fence when they saw the suspect approaching, according to the family’s home security video.

The video then captured the suspect as he reached over the fence, grabbed one of the puppies and took off running.

The purloined pup, named Lycan, has two different colored eyes. The police did not reveal anything else about the puppy or the suspect.

Please call the Santa Ana police if you have any information about the suspect or the stolen puppy.

Fifty Shih Tzu dogs rescued from a home in Orange are now available for adoption

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in OC Animal Care, Pets, Santa Ana Leave a comment

TUSTIN, Calif. (June 25, 2019) – The Orange County Board of Supervisors announced that at noon today OC Animal Care will begin accepting adoption applications for the dogs that were taken into their care from a suspected hoarding situation in the City of Orange.

On May 30, over 140 Shih Tzus were rescued from a single home and are currently being cared for at OC Animal Care. Approximately 50 of the rescued dogs have been cleared for adoption, and the remainder are expected to be released in the near future.

“It is our goal to place every dog into a loving home,” said Orange County Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District Supervisor. “We are incredibly proud of our team at OC Animal Care, which pulled together to provide care for these dogs on such short notice, and we’re greatly touched by the generosity and support from our community.”

Interested adopters will need to complete an online survey that explains the adoption process before being able to submit their adoption application. Anyone interested in adopting one of these dogs should visit the OC Animal Care website to access the survey, adoption application and detailed information about the adoption process. OC Animal Care staff will immediately begin reviewing applications to help match potential adopters with new furry family members.

As a result of still being well over capacity, OC Animal Care continues to waive adoption fees for all other pets currently available for adoption now through the end of Pet Fair on Saturday, June 29. The dogs involved from the hoarding case will be subject to full adoption fees.

OC Animal Care is the largest municipal animal shelter in Orange County. It services 14 cities and takes in over 18,000 animals each year. Last year, the Board of Supervisors approved a strategic plan outlining the progressive programs and policies that will guide OC Animal Care to achieve its vision of a safe and compassionate community for all. For more information about OC Animal Care please visit: http://www.ocpetinfo.com.

You can cuddle with cats at the new Caturday Cat Cafe in DTSA

Posted on April 22, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Coffee, Pets, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

What might be Santa Ana’s most unique new business, the Caturday Cat Cafe & Lounge, is now open, in DTSA, at 103 E. 3rd Street.

Caturday Cat Café & Lounge is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Facilitating Adoptions for Rescue, Homeless, and Second Chance Kitties in Downtown Santa Ana, Orange County, according to Yelp.

You can buy coffee, teas, specialty drinks, snacks, and merchandise – and all proceeds go directly back to cat rescue efforts. A visit costs $20 for 55 minutes and includes a drink.

If you really like one of the cats you meet at Caturday then you are in luck. All of their cats are adoptable!

An SAPD police horse passed away on Friday in her stable

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Pets, Santa Ana, SAPD Leave a comment

A Santa Ana Police Department horse named Bonita died “suddenly and unexpectedly” on Friday, according to the SAPD’s Twitter account.

Bonita served on the SAPD’s Mounted Unit for six years.

Bonita was partnered with Cpl. Verdugo.

Bonita did not have any known medical problems before she was found dead in her stable, according to the SAPD.

A local police officer did however tell me today that Bonita had been ill before she passed away but he did not know the nature of her illness.

SAPD Chief David Valentine said “On behalf of the (Santa Ana) community, I appreciate Bonita’s years of service and that of her partner, Cpl. Verdugo.”

OC Animal Care got a $100K grant for neonatal kitten care

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Art Pedroza Posted in Andrew Do, Orange County, Pets Leave a comment

Supervisor Andrew Do with a kitty

OC Animal Care Accepts $100,000 Grant for Neonatal Kitten Care

On Saturday, OC Animal Care accepted a $100,000 “Save Them All” kitten grant from Best Friends Animal Society. The grant money will contribute to expanding OC Animal Care’s foster caretaker program and its program for neonatal, bottle-fed kittens.

The funds will be put towards spay and neuter services, all medical care, vaccinations, microchip and antibiotics for neonatal kittens. OC Animal Care’s goal will always be to find permanent, loving homes for all animals at the OC Animal Care shelter, and this grant takes us one step closer to that goal. Continue reading→

An SAPD officer rescued a lost python at a home in Santa Ana

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Art Pedroza Posted in Pets, Public Safety, Santa Ana, SAPD Leave a comment

Picture Courtesy of the SAPD

Imagine coming home and finding a giant snake in your house? That happened to a Santa Ana family this Saturday, Aug. 18, according to the O.C. Register.

The family discovered the snake at their home, at the 900 block of South Main St., at about 1 a.m. As animal control officers were not available at that time, when the family called 911, the call was put through to the police on duty. Continue reading→

OC Animal Care will waive fees to encourage pet adoptions through July 4

Posted on June 30, 2018 by Art Pedroza Posted in OC Animal Care, Pets, Tustin Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2018

OC Animal Care will Waive Fees to Encourage Adoptions

(Tustin, Calif.) – Due to an abundance of dogs, cats and other animals, OC Animal Care will begin waiving fees for pets adopted by residents across Orange County.

The waiver includes all regular adoption fees with the exception of a $27 charge for rabies licensing and will begin on June 29. The waiver will remain in effect until the capacity at the shelter drops below 60 percent. Continue reading→

A dog was killed and three more were injured in a possible coyote attack in Santa Ana

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Art Pedroza Posted in Nature, OC Animal Care, Orange County, Pets, Santa Ana Leave a comment

A coyote that may have been cornered by four miniature pinscher dogs ended up killing one of them and hurting the rest at about 2:30 a.m. in an unincorporated area of Santa Ana on Monday, according to CBS News.

Area residents heard noises outside and then discovered that a 10-year-old female miniature pinscher mix had been killed in a possible fight with a coyote, according to Orange County Animal Care. Continue reading→

The new OC Animal Care facility will be open to the public this Saturday

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Art Pedroza Posted in Orange County, Pets, Tustin Leave a comment

Public Invited to New OC Animal Care Facility Grand Opening

Santa Ana, Calif. (March 16, 2018) — Please join the County of Orange for a public, family-friendly grand opening of the new OC Animal Care facility in Tustin.

Date: Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Location: 1630 Victory Road, Tustin, CA 92782 Continue reading→

$1,000 reward offered for return of beloved Santa Ana dog stolen from a vehicle

Posted on February 11, 2018 by Art Pedroza Posted in Crime, Pets, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Car thefts are way up in Santa Ana in the past two years. A particularly painful car theft happened on January 14, 2018, just two weeks into the New Year, when a vehicle was stolen near N. Williams St. and Barclay Court. While the car could be replaced with help from the insurance carrier there was a precious cargo in that car that remains missing – a beloved Yorkshire Terrier named Isabella. Continue reading→

Santa Ana’s Animal Control won’t rescue a peacock on the loose at a mobile home park

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Art Pedroza Posted in Pets, Santa Ana 9 Comments

A Santa Ana resident has been trying to get City Hall to help an injured peacock that showed up at her Mobile Home park two days ago, at 1527 S. Standard Ave., in Santa Ana.

The resident has called the Santa Ana Police Department, which is supposed to run our Animal Control department, and has been ignored. The Santa Ana Zoo ignored her too. She is at her wits end! The poor peacock appears to have some twine or ripe around its feet. Continue reading→

Zeus, a famed SAPD horse, has passed away

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Art Pedroza Posted in Pets, Public Safety, Santa Ana Leave a comment

RIP Zeus the SAPD horse

Santa Ana Police Department

Advisory: The SAPD Mounted Unit Announced The Death Of Zeus One Of Its Most Experienced Horses

The SAPD Mounted Unit announced the death of one of its most experienced horses, Zeus, a 21-year old American Quarter Horse. Zeus died today February 15th, 2017, while he was attending training with the Orange County Regional Mounted Unit in the city of Norco. At this time, cause of death is unknown.

Zeus joined the SAPD’s Mounted ranks in 2007 and has participated in most of the large scale events here in Santa Ana and across the Orange County over the last ten years. Zeus was Mounted Unit’s Sergeant Kanan Blake’s horse. They were often seen patrolling the downtown streets and parks, as well as demonstrations, festivals, concerts and crime suppression details across the city and county. Zeus also had his softer side, appearing at many schools and community events over the years. Continue reading→

Santa Ana support group for mourning pet lovers begins on September 20

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Pets, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Support group for mourning pet lovers begins September 20

SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 07, 2016 – Back by popular demand, Fairhaven Memorial Park and Mortuary’s Pet Loss Support Group will hold its first of three sessions at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at Fairhaven’s location in Santa Ana. Offered to Orange County residents at no cost, the support group is designed to help pet owners prepare for, or cope with, the despair often associated with losing a beloved pet. Fairhaven’s continuing sponsorship of this unique program assists community members through a personal and emotionally challenging time.

“When we introduced our Pet Loss Support Group last year, we received overwhelming support and attendees were grateful to have a safe place where they could share their experiences,” said Marla Noel, president of Fairhaven, who attended the sessions. “Together, we shared tears as well as happy memories as we dealt with our losses. At Fairhaven, we take great pride in being one of the only no-cost resources available to Orange County pet lovers.” Continue reading→

Free pet adoptions at OC Animal Care in Orange set for Sep. 3 and 4

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in OC Animal Care, Orange, Orange County, Pets 1 Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 26, 2016

CONTACT: Melanie Eustice, Communications Director

Phone: (714) 834-5492 Mobile: (714) 581-7784

Supervisor Todd Spitzer to Sponsor Pet Adoption Event with OC Animal Care on Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4, 2016

(Orange County, CA) – Supervisor Todd Spitzer is sponsoring a Pet Adoption Event on Saturday, September 3rd and Sunday, September 4th.

The event will feature free pet adoption, a savings of $89 to $124. The microchip fee of $17 and the licensing fee of $27 are paid by the new owner. Continue reading→

Free OC Animal Care Annual Pet Fair set for today in Orange

Posted on June 25, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Orange, Orange County, Pets Leave a comment

Have Some “Fun in the Sun” at OC Animal Care’s Annual Pet Fair

(Orange, CA) OC Animal Care will be hosting its annual Pet Fair event this Saturday, June 25 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at 561 The City Drive South, Orange. The event, which is sponsored by Supervisor Shawn Nelson and 4th District, will feature free adoptions for all pets adopted from OC Animal Care. The free adoption does not include the cost of the microchip or licensing. In 2015, 87 shelter pets found their new forever home during Pet Fair. This year, we aim to adopt more than 100!

In addition to discounted adoptions, visitors of all ages will enjoy the following: Continue reading→