06/23/2026
Here’s the full story and video behind the wolf case.. And hang with me, this one is longer than normal, but worth the watch.
What you’re about to see is the side of animal control most people rarely see.
A report came in about a wolf being kept in conditions she never should have been in. Once on scene, we discovered a grey/Indian grey wolf who was severely underweight, weighing only 42 pounds. A wolf should never weigh that little, and should never spend its life chained.
Because wildlife cases require specialized care, Fish & Game came out and performed DNA testing on site so we could determine exactly what she was and find the best placement for her needs.
But that wasn’t the only animal involved.
A wolf hybrid was also seized, who eventually boarded a plane to his new rescue sanctuary. Then came the remaining animals.. pigs, ducks, and chickens, who had been left behind and abandoned.
What started as one response became days of follow-ups, care, investigation, documentation, coordination, and trying to make the best decisions for every animal involved.
The part people don’t always see is that these cases don’t end when the truck leaves the property. Sometimes they last weeks or months. There are investigations, evidence, legal processes, and countless hours behind the scenes.
In California, animals are still considered property under the law, but their welfare and safety remain at the forefront of every decision we make.
We know people want immediate answers and immediate action, and we understand why. But these cases are complex, and every step matters.
Every animal in this video had a different ending… but every single one deserved compassion, safety, and a chance at a better life. I’m grateful we had the opportunity to step in, advocate for them, and help change the course of their stories before it was too late.
These are the wins we hold onto.. The moments that remind us why we keep showing up, even when the work feels endless.
So a huge thank you to every single person who came together and played a role in saving these animals’ lives. From the responders in the field, to the partners who stepped in without hesitation, to the fosters, transporters, and rescues who opened their doors, none of this happens alone. It takes a village, and I’m truly grateful to be part of one that shows up when it matters most. These animals are safe today because of your compassion, your time, and your willingness to act when it counted. We couldn’t do this without amazing people like you all.
