Pasadena Humane Rescues Cats Discovered In Stolen U-Haul, Waives Adoption Charges To Encourage Feline Adoptions

PASADENA, Calif. (June 20, 2025) — In response to a latest case involving 19 grownup cats discovered dwelling in deplorable situations in a stolen U-Haul truck, Pasadena Humane is taking swift motion to each rescue these animals and promote adoptions for cats and kittens. The surprising discovery was made this morning when Monrovia Police responded to studies of the stolen car, solely to seek out the cats dwelling in filth, surrounded by feces and maggots. 

Upon towing the U-Haul, authorities opened the again to disclose the horrifying situations the cats have been enduring. Pasadena Humane’s Animal Management Officers have been instantly contacted, and the devoted workforce of animal welfare professionals – together with veterinary workers – mobilized to evaluate and consumption the animals. This case is at present below investigation. Pasadena Humane continues to work diligently to make sure the well-being of those cats. 

As kennel areas are at present filling, Pasadena Humane is launching a limited-time promotion efficient instantly: adoption charges for all obtainable cats and kittens can be waived via Sunday, June 22. This initiative goals to assist make room for the consumption of those rescued cats by encouraging the neighborhood to open their hearts and houses. 

“It’s essential for folks to succeed in out earlier than a scenario will get uncontrolled, as early intervention is vital to stopping future crises,” stated Chris Ramon, the Interim President and CEO of Pasadena Humane. “We hope that by waiving adoption charges, we are able to discover loving properties for our present adoptable cat inhabitants and make room for many who want our care.” 

Pasadena Humane encourages the neighborhood to open kennels for these rescued cats by adopting a cat or kitten at present on the shelter, or by making a donation on-line to assist these cats’ particular care at pasadenahumane.org/19cats.