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Fire has destroyed the Humane Society building in Oshawa early Wednesday, Dec 17, 2008 killing some 96 cats, three dogs and 40 hamsters, guinea pigs and other small pets.By the time fire crews arrived, they were only able to save 10 dogs, two cats and a Bernard (our shelter rat). Both of the surviving cats needed oxygen, three of the dogs were treated for chest congestion, while Bernard went to his forever home! The rescued animals, according to police, were frightened and freezing. "We got those animals that were able to be saved and put them in police cruisers, and kept them warm, and comforted them until the experts showed up from animal services," said Const. Dave Selby of Durham Regional Police. Grief counsellors have been called in to help distraught shelter workers. McConachie said the workers, volunteers and supporters of the Oshawa facility are distraught. "It's always sad to lose an animal, to lose … 200 is just unthinkable," he said. Alison Cross, a spokesperson for the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, called the event "devastating.""Their life's work is towards animals and helping animals and unfortunately, this tragic fire has destroyed that," she said. "They spend their lives taking care of these animals and something like this is really heartbreaking to see and hear." The Ontario SPCA, which is affiliated with the Oshawa facility, will assist with cleaning up, and also help the branch become operational again.
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