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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.

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27 Oct 2017

Help Support Senior Animals

By Franki Williams

Five bucks can make all the difference for an animal in need. Before you start your weekend, won't you please consider making a small donation in honor of senior animals? It's easy, just click here!

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24 Oct 2017

Are You Prepared?

By Franki Williams

When temperatures rise the risk of fire can easily escalate throughout the area. We encourage everyone to have a household evacuation plan in place. It’s the best way to protect your family and pets in case of disaster. What is best for you is typically what's best for your animals. The likelihood that you and your animals will survive an emergency depends largely on the planning you do today. 

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24 Oct 2017

Sequoia Update

By Franki Williams

If you are a regular follower of the Humane Society of Ventura County then Sequoia will be a familiar face. Sequoia, who is currently the longest dog resident at the shelter, recently encountered a setback that required surgery on her hind leg.

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24 Oct 2017

Excessive Heat Warning!

By Franki Williams

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Southwest California including Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles Counties. Special concern needs to be made for our pets. 

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21 Oct 2017

Halloween Pet Safety

By Franki Williams

Halloween is tonight and it’s not to late to start preparing your family pets for the festivities. Halloween can be an often frightening and confusing time for your animals and without taking the proper precautions it could turn into a real nightmare!

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20 Oct 2017

October is Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month!

By Franki Williams

October is Adopt-A-Shelter Dog month and all month long rescue organizations are busy bringing awareness to the special charms of shelter dogs and the perks of bringing one home. By adopting your new best friend from a shelter you will not only be giving an innocent animal a chance at a great life but greatly improving yours at the same time! 

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17 Oct 2017

Get Well Soon Sequoia!

By Franki Williams

We are so proud of our girl Sequoia who is recovering nicely from her surgery! Sequoia recently tore her ACL that required surgery to relieve her pain and discomfort. With the help of her friends and supporters Sequoia is on the road to wellness and we anticipate a full recovery!