Dogs Displaced by California Wildfires Arrive in Wisconsin for Adoption

In response to the devastating wildfires in California, numerous animal shelters are working to relocate dogs to new homes in the Midwest. On January 28, 37 dogs were transported from California to Wisconsin, specifically to the Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) in Waukesha, to alleviate overcrowding in California shelters and make space for displaced animals. These dogs were already in shelters and available for adoption prior to the fires, and their transport allows California shelters to focus on caring for additional displaced pets. Upon arrival in Wisconsin, the dogs will undergo medical evaluations and are expected to be available for adoption shortly thereafter. This initiative is part of broader efforts to support affected shelters and ensure that more animals find loving homes, with HAWS even offering a 50% discount on adoptions. Similar efforts are also underway in Massachusetts, where nine dogs are being flown from California to find homes, enhancing the collaboration among shelters across the country.