Check out OC Animal Care's 2020 at-a-glance!

AN EVACUATION WARNING (VOLUNTARY) HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR BOND FIRE BURN AREAS.

The Orange County Sheriff's Department has issued a voluntary evacuation effective  8:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 28th, 2021 for the Bond Fire burn area due to potential flooding and debris flow.

Large animal owners under an evacuation warning (voluntary) order are encouraged to implement their personal evacuation plans BEFORE the rain starts.

Animal owners currently under evacuation warning (voluntary) or evacuation order (mandatory) are strongly encouraged to evacuate with their pets as the emergency may prevent resources from entering impacted areas to assist with animals due to safety concerns.

OC Animal Care is open to house dogs, cats and small pets for Orange County residents relocated as a result of the Bond Fire burn area evacuations.

The shelter is located at 1630 Victory Rd. Tustin, CA 92782. Please call (714) 935-6848 for more information. If possible, please bring photo identification, veterinary/vaccination records, special food, and medications along with your animals.

Animal owners with disabilities, access, functional needs or those looking for up-to-date information can call OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and (714) 259-1122 (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.) or dial 911 for assistance.

While evacuating, please ensure that vehicles such as large trailers are not blocking roadways as this may impact the ability of first responders to travel to impacted areas.

For tips on how to #beprepared visit: www.readyoc.org

For #petsafety tips visit: https://www.ocpetinfo.com/edu/prepare

Residents are encouraged to stay informed of the most current information by monitoring:

·       @OrangeCountyEOC on Twitter

·       Local Media

·       OC Animal Care on Facebook and Twitter

TUSTIN, Calif. (January 28, 2020) – Large animal owners under an Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) are advised to follow their plans to move their pets before the rainfall arrives this evening. Effective 8:00 a.m. today, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department issued an Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) for the Bond Fire burn area due to potential flooding and debris flows. The evacuation warning is for homes located within Silverado Canyon, Williams Canyon, and Modjeska Canyon.

February's Volunteer of the Month - Mandy!

 The marvelous Mandy has been a volunteer with OC Animal Care for over 5 years. During that time, she has logged hours for everything from our dog TLC team, enrichment/playgroups and cleaning crews to kitten nursery, on-site bottle feeding, and our off-site Petco adoption center! She has been a front desk greeter, a mentor to prospective volunteers and a representative for OC Animal Care at numerous special events. When we say that Mandy does it all, we mean it! On top of her commitment to our programs, Mandy is a delight to be around, and her fellow volunteers, the OCAC Staff, and animals all know it! This February, Mandy is not only our Valentine, but she is also the Volunteer of the Month! Three cheers for Mandy – we heart you!

Check out the resolutions below and commit to help your furry family member live a happier and healthier life.

Get fit together

Social distancing doesn’t mean you have to take on those fitness goals alone, bring your pet along to keep them happy and healthy as well. Exercise is even proven to help behavior issues that could be a result of an under-stimulated or bored pet. For indoor cats you can use safe and engaging toys to encourage exercise while they play.

Learn something new

Even old dogs can learn new tricks. Keep that mind working and strengthen your bond with your pet by teaching them a new trick or two. You can also help enrich their day-to-day and incorporate mental exercise by introducing new puzzle toys designed for all kinds of pets, safely exploring new places, and just having fun together!

Visit your Vet

Schedule your annual vet visit to help keep your pet healthy for many years to come. Regular visits help monitor and manage changes in your pet’s health that you may not notice on your own. Your vet will make sure they are up to date on vaccinations and can give you tips on diet, exercise, training, and answer any questions you have about your pet’s wellbeing. Families experiencing hardships can visit the OCAC website for a list of low-cost veterinary services in the community.

Update those tags

Make sure your pet can get back to you no matter what happens this year. It is critical to update your pet’s tags and make sure they are comfortably and securely fastened on your pet’s collar. Microchip registrations should also be checked to ensure that all the address and contact information are up to date. Don’t let a wrong number stand in the way of reuniting with your furry BFF.

Be prepared for anything

Don’t let this year catch you by surprise and take disaster preparedness seriously. Whether it’s a designated caretaker in case you are out sick or a plan for where to go in case of an evacuation, your plans and supplies should be ready to go. Check out the OCAC website for checklists and tips on how to make sure you and your pet are ready no matter what strikes.

Don't forget the snuggles

2020 was stressful to say the least. Spending quality time with your pet is proven to relieve stress for you and provides enrichment for your pet. Schedule some time with your favorite four-legged friend for a win-win for everyone.

Congrats to December’sVolunteer of the Month, Ava Schumacher! Put on your best winter paw-jamas,grab a meow-tini, cuddle up by the fireplace and let me tell you a tailabout one purrty cool OCAC volunteer – Ava Schumacher! If Ava looks fur-miliar,perhaps it is because you’ve seen her volunteering at our off-site Petcoadoption center over the last few years. Ava is a very paw-sitiveperson, always willing to lend a helping hand by transporting kittens to andfrom the center. She also does a great job promoting our pets for adoption onsocial media and never fails to keep them company while they await their fur-everhomes. Ava is no sourpuss… if you’re feline sad, she is sure to cheeryou up with her claw-some personality and hiss-terical jokes. Sheis truly a cat’s best fur-end!

Due to the holiday season, we are experiencing long wait times in our call center. We have dedicated staff working hard to assist everyone in the community. In an effort to minimize wait times, please consider the following:

• For emergencies, please call 714-935-6848 for assistance.
• If it is not an emergency, please visit our website anytime at www.ocpetinfo.com for ways you can connect with OCAC and support pets in our community.
• For non-emergency phone assistance, we recommend calling Wednesday – Saturday when the volume of calls is lighter and average wait time is shorter.
• Our online pet licensing option is available 24/7 at www.ocpetinfo.com under the License tab, or you can click here to visit the Pet Licensing and License Renewal Form page directly. If you need assistance with your person ID or pet tag number, please email acslicensing@occr.ocgov.com.

For general information and the latest updates on the Bond Fire, please call the Orange County Emergency Operations Center Public Information Hotline at (714) 628-7085. Residents are encouraged to stay informed of the most current information by monitoring:

• www.ocemergencynews.com
• @orangecountyeoc on twitter
• Local Media OC Animal Care on Facebook and Twitter

In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday and in an abundance of caution to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community, OC Animal Care will not be booking any new appointments until Monday, November 30th.

For emergencies please call our main line at 714-935-6848 for assistance. For ways you can connect with OCAC and support pets in our community please visit our website at www.ocpetinfo.com. Pet licensing information is available at www.ocpetinfo.com or by emailing acslicensing@occr.ocgov.com for assistance.

We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday!

November 2020

R-ESPECTED & ADMIRED FOR HER 7 YEARS OF DEDICATION
H-ARDWORKING AND HELPS WHEREVER SHE IS NEEDED
O-BTAINS THE BEST K9 HEADSHOTS
N- EVER GIVES UP ON ANY PUP
D-OESN’T SHY AWAY FROM THE CHALLENGING CASES
A-LWAYS SEES THE BEST IN EVERY DOG!
Three cheers for November's Volunteer of the Month, RHONDA!