When everyone from Pukatawagan was leaving the northern Manitoba community to flee the dangers of wildfires, Desmond Castel decided to stay back to care for the pets left behind.
Dogs rescued from Manitoba First Nations evacuated because of ongoing wildfires, and some left behind in those communities, are in urgent need of shelter and foster homes, says a non-profit animal rescue group.
WINNIPEG With many having to evacuate due to the wildfires in northern Manitoba, many have had to leave a lot behind, including their pets. The communities that were evacuated are in remote areas, which means it wasn t possible to bring pets along. Now rescue organizations are trying to do their part to help the furry loved ones who remain. Manitoba Animal Alliance said it is sending supplies with leadership of Pauingassi First Nations as they are taking a small plane into the community. They were allowed to bring a very small plane barely enough to help more than a few animals, the organization said in a social media post.