On September 23, 2026, a dog rescued from a dense patch of cacti is receiving care at the Bonita Shelter after a dramatic rescue by San Diego County Animal Control officers. Video footage released on September 17 shows an officer leading the exhausted canine out of the prickly area, where it was found covered in painful spines.
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The rescuers quickly transported the dog to the shelter, where veterinary staff worked to remove the cactus needles and initiate treatment. Officials from the county reported that the dog had likely gone several days without food, which intensified the urgency of the rescue. In a social media post, the county noted, "He likely hadn't eaten in several days, but he never stopped being a good boy."
As of September 18, local reports indicated that the dog was resting comfortably at the shelter, continuing its recovery with the support of the staff, who are hopeful that his ordeal is now behind him.