Two black bear cubs were found wandering in a residential neighborhood in Calaveras County, California, and were rescued by wildlife officials. They were brought to the San Diego Humane Society on July 24 for examination. Veterinarians determined the cubs were approximately 6 to 7 months old and assessed their health. One female cub was found to have a malformed shoulder, elbow, and a BB pellet embedded in her paw, leading to the decision to euthanize her. The remaining two cubs are recovering in a large outdoor enclosure at the facility.
"This is never a decision we take lightly," Alexis Wohl, wildlife veterinary manager at the San Diego Humane Society, said. "But in cases where an animal's quality of life would be severely compromised, humane euthanasia is sometimes the most compassionate option."
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife rescued the cubs and brought them to the San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center on July 24. Veterinarians examined the cubs and estimate they're 6 to 7 months old.
Veterinarians received three bears from Calaveras County - two males and a female. They were given dental exams, X-rays and other assessments while under anesthesia on July 31.
After consulting with state wildlife officials, veterinarians concluded the female cub would have suffered chronic pain and mobility issues for the rest of her life, so they decided to euthanize her.
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