Inside Edition reports, it’s not just people fleeing from the path of the California wildfires…its animals too. A terrified herd 
of horses took a wrong turn stampeding from a fire just a few yards away, and had to turn back. The horses were rescued by ranch owners and firefighters.
Many other animals joined the exodus from the firestorm any way they could. One horse was seen being led behind a luxury convertible.
Some Californians were ordered to evacuate, leaving their animals behind.
A pregnant goat was rescued by animal control officers, as were some llamas found by a highway, traumatized by the fires.
Now, the famous Del Mar race track has an animals’ safe haven. The race track has become a makeshift Noah’s Ark for dogs, llamas, goats and ponies. Even some owners are staying. One new resident says, “Knowing that there was a place here at Del Mar that was safe from fire was really a blessing.”
About 2,000 horses from all over San Diego County are being sheltered at the track. Sadly though, while these animals are safe, it’s feared thousands more may still be in danger as the raging fires continue.
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Our friends at Pasado’s Safe Haven in Washington were once again fast to react and start saving dogs and cats and other animals left behind. And the great news is they have now been offered a brand new facility between LA and San Diego complete with staff AND veterinarians! They have 1700 stalls and 2500 acres ready to go, and they will also have three 25 acre farms ready to go if needed.
They are gathering names and e-mail addresses of those individuals who can join them in California to help out. Volunteers will need to pay for their own airfare and provide for their own accommodations. If you can help, please e-mail them with your name, dates of availability and cell phone number. And be sure and note if you have any additional talents such as veterinary, EMT, police, FEMA certified, etc. or have support services available such as a livestock trailer. You will find a link to email them on their website, along with updates of their ongoing efforts in California. Of course financial support is always very needed and very appreciated, so we encourage you to give anything you can. Donations can be made online on their website, just click here.
