The Humane Society of Ventura County is a compassionate care shelter and non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and adoption of animals in need throughout Ventura County.
We received so many furtastic photo entries into our Woofs, Hooves, and Whiskers Calendar Contest! Thanks to our contest participants, voters, and an additional $1,000 sponsor from our friends at Kirby Subaru, we were able to surpass our fundraising goal of $10,000!
The kids are back in school and the kitts are seemingly everywhere! Community cat populations are up about 7% over last year, and HSVC's lone trapper, Jayme, has been inundated with requests to trap cats and kittens across Ventura County. Thanks in large part to Jayme’s valiant efforts and steadfast dedication to felines, we've been smitten with over 100 kittens since our Foster Program launched six months ago. HSVC and our fantastic Fosters are serving as many precious "pawkitt" panthers as we can this kitten season, but are still seeking attentive foster families for our tiny tigers in need of extra attention and care. We’re also fortunate to serve many purrfect adult cats too! We currently have several glorious gatos experiencing stress in their shelter environment. If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, please call the shelter at (805) 646-6505 or email our Foster Coordinator, Cheney, at [email protected]. Those interested can also learn more about our foster program by visiting our Foster Page and filling out an interest form. Once submitted, you will be contacted by our Foster Coordinator with the next steps. To learn more about Jayme and to join her trapping efforts, please visit her Facebook page.
In mid-August of 2023, Humane Officers from the Humane Society of Ventura County received a call regarding a case of potential animal neglect. Upon arrival at the home, our Officers met two adult dogs, now known as Emma and Bartolo, and their two puppies. The puppies, affectionately named Harold and Kumar by our shelter staff, were about five months old at the time. The animal owners had previously tried to get the two adult dogs altered but were unable to schedule an appointment before Emma fell pregnant. They stated they could no longer care for the dogs and had previously tried to find homes for them no success. After working with Humane Officers, the owners agreed it would be in the best interest of the animals to be signed over to the Humane Society of Ventura County.
It's time to rock out in the name of shelter animals in need! Roktoberfest is a live music festival, celebrating some of the greatest Rock Music of all time performed by the best tribute bands in Southern California. Join the party on Saturday, October 7th, from 12 - 6 pm at Castaic Lake Recreation Area. Use the promo code "HSVC" at checkout when purchasing your tickets and our shelter will receive a $5 donation! Visit the Rocktoberfest website to purchase your early bird tickets by the end of the month! General Admission tickets are $34.95, kids tickets (5-12 years) are just $5.95, VIP $99.95. VIP ticket holders receive preferred location seating (chairs provided), preferred parking, and VIP bar. Parking pass $15 per car (required). WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Food and full beverage service will be available at the event – just bring your chair or blanket. Sorry - No pets allowed in concert or parked cars, no coolers or large bags, no outside food or beverages. PERFORMERS: Eagles Tribute by Desperado Desperado is one of the best Eagles tribute bands in the United States. They boast a line-up of five lead singers who are also multi-instrumentalists. The legendary sound of the Eagles is authentic – because they have played with members of the Eagles in concert! Fleetwood Mac Tribute – Gypsy Dreams Gypsy Dreams is a six-piece band that has performed Fleetwood Mac tribute at venues around the world! perform in full costumes, similar to the actual styles worn by the original band. CCR Tribute - Travelin’ Band A powerhouse of industry “heavy hitters” pay homage to one of our generation's most iconic bands, Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty. Lead singer Johnny Davis toured with Rick Nelson’s band for 7 years. Guitar and vocalist Guy Thomas has performed with Kenny Loggins, Amy Grant, Michael McDonald, Michael Bolton, and Jackson Browne. Jack Mack & The Heart Attack This 8 piece Rockin' Soul band has performed around the globe! Their individual style of R&B and soul music, is inspired by Memphis Stax Volt, Muscle Shoals, Motown, Philly and James Brown. Jack Mack’s funky soul music has earned a critically acclaimed 40+ year legacy of success in the music business, including ten albums and blockbuster movie soundtracks.
For the 2023-2024 school year, Humane Education Youth (HEY) programs will begin sharing classroom presentations for schools and youth organizations starting in September. The programs will be shifting slightly to a more comprehensive humane education approach and will provide learners with empowering ways to help animals in their local communities. Inspiration struck when HEY decided that sharing information not only needs to focus on animals but also on the intersections of humans, nonhuman animals, and the planet. The goal of HEY programming is to engage youth audiences in learning more about companion animals and mindfully thinking of ways to create healthy ecosystems for our neighborhoods.
We're in the final stretch of our Woofs, Hooves, and Whiskers Calendar Contest! Just three days left to enter your pet's photo for a chance to win and to vote for your favorite furry friends! You and your pet can help HSVC make a difference in the lives of an animal in need! Each photo entry is $25 and votes are a minimum of $1 per vote. Every dollar donated will help a shelter animal find its forever home! We have three categories to choose from: Cats, Dogs, and Other Pets. You may enter multiple pets in the same category or different categories. Click the button below to submit your pet's photo today for a chance to be featured in our calendar and win amazing prizes! Entries and voting conclude at 5:00 pm PST on September 8th, 2023, so don't delay! Enter Now
HSVC is thrilled to share that our shelter was able to find loving homes for 49 felines and 18 dogs last month! Long-term shelter residents like 1-year-old Ellie (288 days), 2-year-old Camila (225 days), and 2-year-old Halle Berry (162 days). Shoutout to our hardworking staff for their dedication and the amazing families who opened their homes to rescue animals in need! With all the success of our August Clear the Shelters adoption specials, we decided to extend them into September. See below for the many ways that can help you fall in love with a furry friend this Fall! Dogs under 5-years-old - half priced ($60) Senior dogs (older than 5-years) - halfpriced ($37.50) Senior dog to senior human - half priced ($30) Adult cats ( older than 6-months) - discounted ($50) 2 for 1 kittens (younger than 6-months) - $150 The HSVC is located at 402 Bryant St. in Ojai, CA and we are open to visitors Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 4:30 pm. You can view all of our available animals on our website. Please don't hesitate to call the shelter at 805-646-6505 with any questions!
Help us find a home for 3-year-old Maui! This handsome boy was adopted from the shelter as a kitten three years ago. He was recently returned to us after his previous owner relocated to a home that was not pet-friendly. Maui is a super sweet, social guy who desperately needs out of the shelter. He has a history of Cystitis, a condition that causes inflammation in the urinary bladder that flares up with stress. Because of his condition, Maui is on a special diet to help keep him healthy. He is currently residing in our outdoor catio area to keep him from snacking on food that could upset his tummy. But that doesn't mean he can't live a long, happy life in the right home! Maui is a friendly boy who needs a little extra TLC to reduce his stress level. We know his purrfect home is out there, we just need help to find it! Stop by the shelter or call us at 805-646-6505 if you are interested in fostering or potentially adopting Maui! The HSVC is located at 402 Bryant St. and we are open to visitors any time Monday - Saturday between 10 am - 4:30 pm.