"Moreno Valley Animal Services and the Riverside County Department of Animal Services responded to capture the latest arrow-struck donkey and bring her in for emergency veterinary treatment. Volunteers with DonkeyLand have nicknamed her Cupid. Riverside County is home to a large wild donkey population, and it's not uncommon for the animals to be accidentally injured in car accidents or run-ins with fences, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office. However, a disturbing pattern of intentional attacks on the animals began in June, authorities said."
"The first was the weekend of June 14, when a young burro was found grazing with an arrow in her side along Pigeon Pass Road in Moreno Valley, according to information DonkeyLand posted on Facebook. The second burro was found shot by the same make and color arrow near the same road the following Monday. Several more burros have since been reported shot along Hidden Springs Drive, Greenridge Drive and Reche Canyon Road."
Intentional arrow attacks on wild donkeys in Moreno Valley, Riverside County began in June and have wounded at least half a dozen animals. Victims range from newborns to a 2-year-old nicknamed Cupid, who suffered a punctured lung. Local animal services and DonkeyLand volunteers responded to capture and provide emergency veterinary care. Injuries include arrows in sides and backsides, and the youngest burros were shot at two to four months old. Incidents occurred near Pigeon Pass Road, Hidden Springs Drive, Greenridge Drive and Reche Canyon Road. Rescuers warn that untreated wounds can become infected and cause prolonged suffering.
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