LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – As the California wildfires continue to rage, hundreds of thousands of people have lost homes, not to mention their pets who are struggling as many have been displaced and or abandoned.

Many Paws Volunteer Transport has grown to help those nationwide. The locally based organization is taking donations at ‘Desert Doggies Grooming & Daycare’ in the southwest Las Vegas valley.

Desert Doggies Owner, Manda Baker, a prominent animal activist in town said she’s amazed at the outpour of support from the community.

As the California wildfires continue to rage, hundreds of thousands of people have lost homes and are in despair, not to mention their pets who are struggling as many have been displaced and or abandoned. (KLAS)

“I wanted to help in some way since I couldn’t go to California and get the animals because I have nowhere to put them here, so I might as well open up the space and let people bring their donations here,” she said.

Many Paws Volunteer Transport will drive a load of supplies to California where the non-profit group, ‘Operation Blankets of Love’ will then distribute the items.

“I called and talked with the founder, Brad, myself and told him I’m collecting and wanted to make sure their organization was legit,” Baker added.

Founders Brad and Eileen Smulson said they were thankful to the community for stepping in. Their storage facility is located in Granada Hills, California, where the Hurst Fire continues to rage.

“My phone doesn’t stop ringing and we’ve never really seen that before even with all the fires and earthquakes we’ve had in California,” Brad Smulson shared with 8 News Now.

As for the pet supplies needed, anything helps at this point.

“Dog bedding, litter, crates, food, and comfort items along with grooming and medical supplies are a must right now,” Eileen Smulson shared.

Those interested in donating can call ahead at 702-778-0411. Many Paws Volunteer Transport is accepting supplies at certain times and days at Desert Doggies Grooming & Daycare which is located at 8544 Blue Diamond Rd Suite #145.



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