The MASH Unit rehabilitates abused and neglected animals seized during MCSO investigations. This unit will eventually be moved to a new facility.
PHOENIX — Abused and neglected animals seized by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office will soon be making a difference.
agency's mash unit It houses dogs, cats and other animals seized by deputies as “evidence” during the MCSO investigation. When a deputy receives a report of animals living in dangerous or unsanitary conditions, up to 100 animals at a time may be collected and returned to her MASH unit for processing.
Prison inmates help rehabilitate the animals until they are eligible for adoption.The unit regularly Post photos online The animals they rescued are looking for new forever homes.
County officials recently considered an agreement to move the MASH unit from the 1st Avenue Jail to the Durango facility on 27th Street.
Maricopa County Animal Care and Control plans to relocate from its Durango facility after its new West Valley campus is completed. The Durango facility houses up to 400 animals.
Sheriff Paul Penzone said the transfer agreement ensures a better future for the MASH program and fulfills the administration's “last promise” before Penzone left office.
“We are very grateful that the Board of Supervisors has provided a healthy future for the MASH program,” Penzone said in a statement, adding, “With the future MCACC facility relocation and pending renovations, we It will provide a safe and sophisticated home for several animal populations.” Abuse and neglect care. ”
You can view animal adoption information from the MASH unit. here.
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