Elgin hub helps pets flee flood zone

Elgin’s unique pet transportation hub helped launch an emergency airlift last week as area animal shelters remain overwhelmed in the wake of the devastating Hill Country floods. 

A July 9 flight relocated 125 dogs and cats from San Marcos to shelters in Fort Worth and Best Friends Animal Society’s national sanctuary in Kanab, Utah. The effort was a partnership between the animal society, Wings of Rescue and the local Austin Pets Alive! relocation program.

“The floods have been so devastating for all living beings,” said Dr. Ellen Jefferson, president and CEO of APA!. “So many people are searching for their pets that are the last connection they may have to a family member.”