California dogs to meet firefighters

HAYDEN — Rescue dogs from shelters in the Los Angeles area that just arrived in North Idaho will meet recently returned Northern Lakes Fire Protection District firefighters today.

Companions Animal Center welcomed 19 dogs from California on Sunday. Two days later, four of the district's finest returned home after weeks of assisting California firefighters. 

To show its appreciation, CAC is bringing four of the L.A.-rescued dogs to visit them at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the firehouse, 125 W. Hayden Ave.