Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Staff at the Pennington County Humane Society are caring for several tiny kittens that were found in a load of garbage.
The kittens were discovered at LES Sanitation.
Workers there spotted the animals among the refuse and stepped in to help.
Shelter staff say the kittens are now safe and off the truck.
According to the Humane Society, the animals are very young.
They arrived dirty, chilled, and in need of quick care.
Staff say they began an initial medical check as soon as the kittens came in.
Workers focused first on warmth and simple comfort.
The kittens were placed in heated bedding and monitored for signs of stress.
They also received food and fluids suited for very young cats.
Staff say the kittens will need baths to remove grime from their fur.
Gentle cleaning helps reduce the risk of skin problems and illness.
Shelter teams are careful not to chill the animals again during that step.
The Humane Society thanked LES Sanitation employees for their actions.
Workers kept the kittens safe until they could reach the shelter.
Staff say that quick response likely saved the animals.
Cases like this highlight the value of watching for animals in unexpected places.
People who see injured or abandoned pets are urged to contact local shelters.
Quick calls give rescuers more time to respond.
The Pennington County Humane Society often relies on donations.
Supplies such as formula, canned food, and pet-safe cleaners are always needed.
Many shelters also welcome foster volunteers for young or fragile animals.
General tips on caring for orphaned kittens are available from national groups
such as the ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States.
They stress that very small kittens often need round-the-clock bottle feeding.
Anyone interested in helping local shelter pets can watch for updates on upcoming adoption events and supply drives.
The humane society is expected to share more details as the kittens grow strong enough for future placement.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
