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Mission Viejo honors animal‑services volunteers after cross‑state pet reunions and drone rescue
Summary
The council presented certificates to animal‑services volunteers Trish McClurg, Kendra (last name not specified), and Kyle Werner for reuniting pets with owners — including volunteers driving to Ventura to return a microchipped cat and Kyle using a thermal‑imaging drone to recover a lost dog named Josie.
Mayor Bob Reich and the council recognized three animal‑services volunteers for notable rescues and reunifications. Volunteer Dave Lekness introduced the honorees and described two stories: volunteers Kendra and Trish drove to Ventura to return a microchipped cat to its owner, and Kyle Werner used a thermal‑imaging drone donated by an animal welfare group to locate a lost German shepherd named Josie in steep foothills. "We were able to get a heat signature on the dog... the dog immediately ran up to the owner," an account played from local coverage noted, and council members applauded the volunteers.
Bryn Loveson, the city's director of animal services, thanked the volunteers and staff for "hardworking, dedicated, and very compassionate" service and said the department had engaged in mutual‑aid efforts, including responses to the Palisades fire. The council presented certificates and asked for photos to honor the volunteers' work.
