The organization began tracking Wendy online July 14, relying on Studio City residents to report sightings, dates and times. By Aug. 7, rescuers had gathered enough information to begin monitoring two locations with help from homeowners.
Wendy traveled along a roughly 2.5-mile route through the San Fernando Valley neighborhood in search of water and food, but her movements were inconsistent, making the effort more difficult, rescuers said.
Wildlife Care of Southern California credited Southern California Pit Bull Rescue, Urban Rescue and Studio City residents with helping capture Wendy.
After her capture, rescuers continued feeding her some of the softer foods residents had apparently been giving her, including canned cat food and cut-up hot dogs, while adding ground chicken, liver and other foods to improve her diet.
She appeared comfortable Monday night after receiving antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medication, the organization said.