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in late November 2025, I was proud to help Jazzy's Legacy with a devastating rescue situation. While not a "campaign event", we refer to this as a Campaign of Service. I'm not going to wait until I get elected to make a difference in our communities. If you want to make a difference, please join our team. We're going to flip CA5 blue and help everywhere we can along the way. Check out the story below.
~~~~~~~ November 27th, 2025 ~~~~~~~
“Yesterday, we had the privilege of playing a very small part in a very large effort. Many of you have already heard that yet another heartbreaking hoarding situation was uncovered in the city of Ceres. It began with an eviction… and what followed was the discovery of nearly seventy dogs in desperate need of help, comfort, and a chance at safety.
Thanks to the incredible rescue coordinator, Chandra Looney at the Stanislaus Animal Shelter, rescues were notified as soon as the situation came to light. While the shelter itself was not directly involved, if it were not for Chandra’s quick action and compassion, many of us would not have even known these dogs needed saving.
First on the scene—as they so often are—was Oakdale Tiny Paws Rescue, led by the fierce and dedicated Michelle Sandoval. Also out on day one were Liz of All for the Love of Jax Safe Haven and Carol from Wilton Animal Rescue. These extraordinary women, along with selfless volunteers, managed to safely wrangle nearly seventy terrified dogs and separate them by sex. They worked tirelessly to get all the females and many of the males out safely.
When Jazzy’s Legacy arrived yesterday, there were still 19 frightened males and one female Border Collie remaining. (She has rescue pending but was far too terrified to be moved just yet.) These poor babies are traumatized beyond words, unsure and trembling, but still so hopeful in their eyes.
We were also deeply moved by the presence of Michael Masuda for Congress, who is running for Congress in District 5—which covers this very area. He came out in person and spent hours with us as we attempted to secure a few of the remaining dogs. He didn’t just “show up.” He rolled up his sleeves—literally. He put on bite gloves, got down on the ground with us in the dirt and filth, and helped us gently secure several small, terrified Chihuahuas.
Michael was spending the day with his family, and still, he arranged childcare so he could help. There were no cameras, no media calls, no speeches. Just a concerned community member who showed up and worked beside us simply because it was the right thing to do. I truly hope the voters in District 5 recognize the heart he brought today.
This morning, four sweet souls are resting safely with us at Jazzy’s Legacy, on their way to loving foster homes.
We must also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the property owners, who could have turned their backs on these dogs or sent them to the shelter—or worse. Instead, they faced the devastation in their home with compassion and responsibility. They kept these dogs fed, dry, clean, and warm while rescues were arranged. I can only imagine their shock and horror at what they discovered, yet they welcomed all help and have remained grateful, humble partners throughout.
In all my time in rescue, this is the first moment where I have witnessed so many organizations, rescuers, and community members come together for one purpose only: the dogs.
No egos.
No competition.
No politics.
Just love, teamwork, and humanity at its best.
We at Jazzy’s Legacy are honored to have been even a very small part of this massive, life-changing effort.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, encouraged, shared, fostered, donated, prayed, and cared.
Together, we changed the story for these dogs.
Together, we made them seen.
Together, we gave them hope.
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#SecondChanceDogs #SurvivorDog #HopeForTheVoiceless #SavingLivesTogether
#RescueHeroes #VoteMasuda #LegacyLivesOn “
Thank you to everyone that came out and helped, it was an honor to work by your side!