Thousands of Reche Canyon Burros to Be Relocated to Texas, 68+ Already Captured
Thousands of wild burros that have roamed the Reche and San Timoteo canyons since the 1800s are being relocated to Texas sanctuaries under a controversial San Bernardino County initiative. While officials argue the move is necessary to reduce injuries and vehicle collisions, many residents are voicing frustration, claiming the issue has been exaggerated and calling for alternative solutions. The county has partnered with Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue to humanely capture, treat, and transport the animals to a sanctuary in San Angelo, Texas. So far, 68 burros have been rounded up. Officials cite increasing traffic incidents and injuries, including burros entangled in fencing or cemetery flower vases, as reasons for the relocation. “Our preference would be to contract with a local nonprofit rescue and sanctuary organization that has the capacity to rescue and shelter an adequate number of the undomesticated burros that roam freely in our county,” said George Harding, San Bernardino County Animal Care Chief. “But Peaceful Valley is the only rescue organization that has been willing to sign an agreement with the county as required by Senate Bill 371 and that has demonstrated the
