Hundreds of dogs are living in the delapidated mobile home park in Thermal known as "Duroville." Save A Pet in Desert Hot Springs is rescuing them and rehabilitating the dogs before adopting them out. 

If you would like to adopt a dog or make a donation call: (760) 329-8510 or visit the shelter at 67600 18th Avenue, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241, or log onto their website: http://www.saveapetonline.org/

If you're interested in adopting a critter from Tender Loving Critters Animal Rescue or Michele's Cats, email Ellen Carr at elncarr@verizon or michelescats@yahoo.com or call (951) 922-1255 or (760) 567-0768. They also accept monetary and food donations.

If you would like to donate dog or cat food, PETSMART in Palm Springs and Palm Desert will make sure they get it.