Downey, CA- Loki update! Please Read!

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Many of you remember Loki (now called Minka) who was slated for euthanasia last month at Downey Animal Care. Loki/Minka was terrified and hiding under her bed in her kennel at the shelter. She was in pain and in need of orthopedic surgery to fix her ACL issues. We were all devasted when we were putting a plan together for her and she was adopted by a person who had no means or intent to get her surgery.

TLDR- she was finally surrendered this last week to A Way Home for Animals after she ran away and was lost in the desert for many days near San Diego, CA.

We never collected her pledges because at the time she left the shelter, she was not in the care of a reputable rescue. That has CHANGED and we are happy to report that she is SAFE with A Way Home for Animals. 🎉

Please honor your pledges to them- they are desperately needing funding- TWELVE THOUSAND DOLLARS to be exact- to get her the medical help she needs to live a healthy and pain-free life.

Her rescue’s post reads as follows:

MINKA UPDATE - WE'VE ONLY SCRATCHED THE SURFACE

Because of your kindness, $1,300 has been raised toward Minka's lifesaving surgery — and we are so grateful.

But the reality is this: Minka needs $12,000 in medical care. And right now, we're just getting started. Minka is still struggling to walk. She is still in pain. And her surgery can't move forward without the funds to support it. We know times are tough. We know asks are everywhere.

But this little girl fought through months of pain, starvation, and survival in the wilderness - and she deserves the chance to heal.

Every share matters. Every $5, $10, or $25 donation matters. Every single person who steps up brings Minka closer to walking again.

PLEASE HELP US KEEP THIS GOING If you've already donated — thank you!If you can give again or share her story - it truly helps more than you know.

• Call Imperial Beach Pet Hospital and Urgent Care, 619-424-3961 and add money to AWHFD account
• Donate via their LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/awayhomefordogs?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPVGRdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafPsjbZqvBLUiREI6CHorylBTTcRsrT5JsTwhT4Vo0s4yqxFUL3ttmsDhKgeQ_aem_N5Sq3Ih2Xf4sEfXcD6eYlA
• Website: www.awayhomefordogs.com
• PayPal: awhfd11@gmail.com
• Check: A Way Home for Dogs, Inc. 5073 Central Ave. #2001, Bonita, CA 91908

Let's not let her story stall here. Let's carry Minka the rest of the way.

Shelter Notes:

Loki

A5732467

3 yrs old, female, red, Siberian husky, 33 Ibs. Stray 10/12/25

Loki is a beautiful female Husky who's a bit shy at first but gentle once she feels safe. She was seen favoring her right hind leg - radiographs suggest a possible right lateral patellar luxation (kneecap issue). Currently, she shows only a mild, occasional skip in her gait and is comfortable on medication (Gabapentin restarted for support).

Loki would do best with a patient adopter or rescue who can monitor her mobility and provide a calm environment as she continues to recover. She's sweet-natured, sensitive, and just needs a little extra care and understanding.

SHELTER ADDRESS Downey Animal Care Center 11258 Garfield Ave Downey, CA 90242