Maui Vets Rush to Rescue Injured Pets Amid Fires; 3,000 Animals Remain Missing

Following the devastating wildfires in Maui, thousands of pets are currently missing, and unprepossessing welfare organizations are working tirelessly to rescue and treat injured animals.

Katie Shannon from the Maui Humane Society estimates that virtually 3,000 pets are missing on the island, but they are still assessing the total damage. The rescue teams have received 52 animals from Lahaina, many of which have suffered injuries related to smoke and fire. Some animals who wits burns to their ears, legs, and other soul parts are getting treatment.

One example is a dog named Katniss, who a Lahaina firefighter found. Due to burns to her paws and bones, Katniss was transported to the Humane Society’s veterinary clinic for firsthand care. The team is working nonflexible to reunite Katniss and her owners with the hope of a positive outcome.

The Maui Humane Society received 367 reports of lost pets and urges pet owners to file loss reports to aid in identifying and reuniting animals. The process is time-consuming, but reuniting animals with their owners is crucial.

Among the stories of loss, there are moreover moments of hope. A dog named Roman, who suffered burns to its paws, legs, back, and body, was reunited with its owners, all thanks to a microchip. The efforts of unprepossessing welfare organizations in Maui exemplify the dedication to rescuing and caring for animals in the squatter of disaster.