Today on The Truth, Steve Wayland, Program Director for PAWS/LA, explains the various types of support animals and the vital role they play in the lives of their owners. Wayland reminds us that the companionship of these animals feels truly essential to their owners’ well-being.

It’s a topic worth investigating deeper and viewing through the most compassionate lens you can muster. Click on Read More to watch the full video.

July 15th is National Pet Fire Safety Day. Across the country, responsible animal guardians are marking this occasion by taking the necessary steps to help reduce the estimated 500,000 pets affected by home fires each year.

As residents of Los Angeles, we know that around this time of year conditions in our area create a perfect storm for  increased risk of wildfires. We watch these wildfires rip through neighborhoods on the evening news—devastating entire families.  That’s why it is increasingly important to include our animals in emergency fire escape plans.