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.
Ojai has been particularly hot for the past two months and the Humane Society of Ventura County has not been spared. The animals in the care of the HSVC have been looked after closely by the staff and volunteers during the extreme heat.
In the past few months we have asked for our communities support to help cover the medical bills and care for several dogs here at the shelter that have been in need of extensive veterinary care. The support from our community has surpassed our expectations and as a result we have been able to provide top quality care to the animals who rely on us for their wellbeing. Yet there is still more work to be done.
It's been a hot summer out here in Ojai. When it reaches over one hundred degrees it can be challenging to find ways to keep everyone cool here at the shelter. Fortunately we have the support of our amazing community who recently responded to a call out for help by gifting the shelter and our animals with supplies to get us through these hot summer months.
Thank you to everyone who has made a donation to Mimi's medical fund. Since we first kicked off the campaign last week, our supporters have already raised nearly one thousand dollars towards her surgery and care!
Around 2 million Americans own an equine friend, with many needing to transport their pet at some point. First things first, check your horse over before you travel to ensure they are fit and well as traveling can be stressful for them. Do not travel if you have any doubts and contact a vet if required. If a vet is happy for your horse to travel you’ll have peace of mind and your horse will arrive safe and healthy.
Special thanks to Moon Valley Nurseries in Fillmore for their donation of 7 elm trees to the Humane Society of Ventura County!
Heat related illnesses are some of the most common issues of summertime ailments for animals. Just like people, pets need time to adjust to the summer heat. Following are useful tips to keep your pets safe during the hot summer months.
Mimi needs your help! Sweet Mimi was signed over in the field to our Humane Officers along with another dog not long ago. When Mimi first arrived she was very frightened and it was clear that she would require medical care on two visible lumps on her underside. It was determined that the lumps are not tumors but instead two large hernias . This morning Mimi had a visit with Dr. Karen Moore, DVM and it was determined that the hernias would require extensive surgery to repair.