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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.

10 Aug 2023

Rancho Grande Owners Sponsor Ten Dog Adoptions

By Humane Society of Ventura County

The HSVC would like to extend a huge thank you to Linda and Richard Murad of Rancho Grande for sponsoring ten dog adoptions in celebration of Clear the Shelters! The pair initially visited our shelter to meet Dahlia, a mini donkey currently available for adoption. While it wasn't a match with Dahlia, Linda and Richard still wanted to help the shelter in some way. They have a special place in their heart for dogs and decided to sponsor the adoptions of ten shelter dogs in need of homes. Our staff was blown away by their generosity!

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10 Aug 2023

Thank You Interface 211 of Ventura County and Kirby Subaru!

By Humane Society of Ventura County

We have the best community partners! HSVC recently received a very special donation of $5,000 worth of Petsmart gift cards from Interface 211 of Ventura County. Kelly Brown, Community Information Officer, her team, and HSVC staff were at Kirby Subaru in Ventura for the donation presentation. HSVC, Kirby Subaru and Interface 211 of Ventura County have partnered together with DoorDash to provide delivery of free pet food across the county. This vital service has been ongoing for two years and helps keep pets happy and healthy in their homes. Bruce Holley of Kirby Subaru has been a great supporter of HSVC and is always finding new ways to engage the community. For information regarding HSVC’s Pet Pantry programs, please reach out to Steve McCurry, Community Development Manager, at 805-2996351 or [email protected]

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08 Aug 2023

Bosco the Hero!

By Humane Society of Ventura County

Not all heroes wear capes! We recently had a cat come into our shelter in desperate need of a blood transfusion. Shelter staff quickly took the cat to a local vet for emergency care. They also brought 6-year-old cats Bosco (pictured) and Frisky in hopes one would be a match as a blood donor. Frisky was not a match, but thankfully Bosco was! The cat he saved is now on the road to recovery, and Bosco is a hero in the eyes of the shelter staff and volunteers. Now Bosco needs a hero of his own! The handsome shorthair has been patiently waiting for someone to take him home ever since he was surrendered to the shelter in mid-July. He arrived with his friend Frisky, who is also available for adoption. Both boys are sweet, friendly cats who love to snuggle. Bosco can be a little shy at first, but he opens up to new folks quickly once he realizes ear scratches are on the table. As part of our Clear the Shelters adoption special, Bosco's adoption fee is just $50! Stop by the HSVC if you are ready to be his hero. He's available to meet new friends any time Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm and the shelter is located at 402 Bryant St. in Ojai.

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07 Aug 2023

Join Us at This Week's Meet Ups!

By Humane Society of Ventura County

We have three opportunities to learn more about all things HSVC this week! Join us at one of our Meet Up locations on Wednesday, August 9th, or Friday, August 11th to visit with our staff, ask questions, and maybe even meet a shelter pup! All are welcome. See below for Meet Up locations and times. Wednesday, August 9th: Simi Dog Park: 10 - 11 am 2251 Lost Canyons Dr. Simi Valley, CA 93065 College View Park: 1 - 2 pm 15400 Campus Park Dr. Moorpark, CA 93021 Friday, August 11th: Rabalais' Bistro: 10 - 11 am 861 E Main St. Santa Paula, CA 93060

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07 Aug 2023

Help HSVC Clear the Shelter with Matched Donations!

By Humane Society of Ventura County

Clear the Shelters is in full swing at HSVC! The Clear the Shelters Fundraiser, brought to you by our friends at Greater Good Charities, NBCUniversal Local, a division of NBCUniversal, and Hill’s Pet Nutrition, is running from August 1 – August 31, 2023. We are offering a variety of adoption fee specials all month long for our shelter cats and dogs. There's no better time to rescue a furry friend in need! This year, Hill's Pet Nutrition is making the deal even sweeter by matching donations given to support Clear the Shelters campaigns across the country. They will be matching donations dollar for dollar, up to $25,000 total, to help maximize rescue efforts. Click the button below to donate now and have your donation make double the impact! Donate Now Please note that matching will cease once a total of $25,000 is donated to all shelters participating in Clear the Shelters, so don't wait to donate!

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01 Aug 2023

Help HSVC Clear the Shelter this August!

By Humane Society of Ventura County

HSVC is proud to be participating in Clear the Shelters this August to help find deserving shelter animals loving homes. Whether you're looking to adopt a friendly companion pup or a cuddly lap cat, there's no better time to make a difference in the life of an animal in need!

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29 Jul 2023

Humane Officers Educate Students at Nordhoff High School

By Humane Society of Ventura County

HSVC's Investigations Department paid a visit to a couple of Nordhoff High Schools summer classes this week. Humane Investigations Director Kendra King, along with Senior Humane Officer Jenna Utter and Officers in training Ray Gonzalez and Astrid Derringer, talked to Mr. Pete Deneen's College and Career Foundations class about the services Humane Officers offer in Ventura County and how they started their career paths.

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28 Jul 2023

Summer Feline Adoption Special Extended!

By Humane Society of Ventura County

The HSVC is overflowing with feline friends! To help them all find homes quicker, we are extending our feline adoption special! Kitty lovers can enjoy discounted cat and kitten adoptions all Summer long. Adult cats under 6-months of age are now just $50 and kittens under 6-months of age are two for one at just $150. There's no better time to bring home a furry friend!

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