Our rescue organization recently learned of a small scotty found roaming the wilds of southern Idaho. The little adventurer was taken to the local animal shelter where he was given the dispassionate title "CAGE 20". Shelter employees said they would hold "CAGE 20" till March 1st for an owner to claim, after which time "CAGE 20" would be subject to euthanasia. It sounds pretty important we get over to the shelter right away.
Eastern Oregon is a difficult partner during the month of February. The National Weather Service has issued severe weather warnings for the Columbia Gorge and the mountains of Oregon. The primary route to Idaho, Interstate 84, rises more than 4,000 feet in elevation. High winds, snows and very cold temperatures commonly work together to close the roadway at Cabbage Hill or Deadman's Pass, or Ladd Canyon. Other options in this case are very few. No worries, though. Dealing with foul weather and long distances is only the beginning of what animal rescue is about. I just wish we had a name for this little fellow other than "CAGE 20".
