A bobcat found dehydrated and burned on all four paws during the Eaton Fire in January has made several steps forward in its recovery, officials said recently.
The female bobcat was found in Sierra Madre as the deadly and destructive wildfire raged through the hillsides and nearby communities.
“Our veterinary and wildlife teams cared for her over the coming weeks, changing the bandages on her paws regularly (under sedation) and nursing her back to health,” a Facebook post by Pasadena Human stated last week.
Staff minimized their contact with the injured animal while keeping up treatments and allowing the wounds to heal.
“We are so proud of our staff for providing top-notch care while keeping wildlife wild,” the post read.
After showing the ability to walk comfortably without the bandages, the bobcat was placed at the California Wildlife Center to continue its recovery in an outdoor space before hopefully being returned to the wild.
“The Eaton Fire had a devastating impact on wild animals, but being a part of their recovery gives us hope for the future of our local ecosystem,” Pasadena Humane stated.
