Dozens of cats from a hoarding home are available for adoption

Animal Services: Dozens of cats from a hoarding home are available for adoption

More than 80 cats were recently impounded by Department of Animal Services’ (DAS) officers who responded to a report of a possible hoarding incident in the city of Eastvale.

Having received shelter and care from DAS veterinary staff at the soon-to-reopen San Jacinto Valley Animal Campus, Animal Services is now asking the public to help by adopting the animals.

“As our shelters continue to be challenged by severe overcrowding of animals, we are urging the community to come together to give these cats hope for a new home and better life,” said Erin Gettis, director, Riverside County Department of Animal Services.

According to Animal Services Assistant Director Dr. Kim Youngberg, all the cats have been indoor apartment cats, so they are currently enjoying some extra space and sunshine at the DAS shelter in San Jacinto.

“Due to their living conditions, most of them are shy but they are healthy and ready for a new home,” Youngberg said, adding the introverted cats will match well with extroverted cats or people who want companionship.

“Over time the cats will get to know their new owners and come out of their shell. Right now, they are adjusting to a new world that is so different from the one they knew,” said Kim Youngberg, assistant director, Riverside County Department of Animal Services.

To inquire about adopting or fostering the cats housed at the San Jacinto Valley Campus, located at 581 S. Grand Ave., in San Jacinto, email [email protected]

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Riverside County Department of Animal Services 6851 Van Buren Blvd, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 Phone (951) 358-7387 FAX (951) 358-7300 TDD (951) 358-5124