Thirty-one animals whose owners have been affected by B.C. wildfires arrived at the Victoria Humane Society over the weekend, despite not having a permanent location.
Kittens, cats, puppies and dogs arrived on the Island either by car or plane after being surrendered by owners across the province. Society executive director Penny Stone said more than 70 animals have been brought in since the fires broke out eight weeks ago. Without a shelter, the influx has been hard to manage, she added.
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Volunteers have been working tirelessly to accommodate and house the animals. Stone and her staff are currently caring for 100 animals, and the society has had to put a hold on local intakes.
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The humane society is looking for people to foster or the animals. Anyone able to help is encouraged to contact them directly, through their .
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