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.
Our Giving Tuesday Auction is NOW OPEN! We have over 20 fantastic packages to bid on, and all proceeds will go to supporting shelter animals in need. Be sure to get your bids in before the auction closes on Tuesday, November 28th, at 7 pm! You don't want to miss this! Click the button below to create your account, view auction items, and start bidding! View Auction - Bid Now!
We are elated to share seriously pawesome news! Our darling senior furiend Tinsel was adopted by an amazing woman who adores her as much as we do! Tinsel is thriving in the company of her new human, Jodine, and adapting unsurprisingly well to her elder doggo housemate, Rocky, a nearly 14-year-old rescue Labrador Retriever.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! This special day allows us to shine a light on all the people and things we are thankful for. As we dream about the delicious food we'll be indulging in this Thanksgiving, it's important to note the potential hazards this holiday could bring to our furry friends. Check out these tips to keep your pets safe and healthy this turkey day.
The HSVC recently took in four dogs transferred to the shelter from our friends at OC Animal Care. Their organization, located in Tustin, CA, is currently in a local state of emergency after a fire broke out directly across from their facility on November 7th. OC Animal Care has over 300 dogs at their shelter and is actively looking for foster homes. Two of their Humane Officers were transfering dogs to shelters in the area last week in an effort to to keep them safe and healthy. When HSVC heard about their need for assistance, Behavior & Enrichment Manager Erica Jackson reached out and arranged for four dogs to be transferred to our shelter in Ojai. "We are so supportive of the fantastic work OC Animal Care does. It was a no brainer to offer a helping hand. We're hoping to arrange another transfer of even more animals in need next week!" said Erica. We're thrilled to report that three of the four animals transferred to our shelter have already found their forever homes! It's the cherry on top of a heartwarming story. Thank you, OC Animal Care, for everything you do to help animals in need!
Wednesday, November 15th, is National Philanthropy Day! This day is celebrated each year to shine a spotlight on the importance of working together for the common good. As a private nonprofit organization, our shelter relies on philanthropic deeds from our supporters to continue providing vital services to those in need. Acts of philanthropy can come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, see below how you can help HSVC this National Philanthropy Day!
We're just two weeks out from Giving Tuesday! We want to get a head start on reaching this year's $10,000 Giving Tuesday donation goal and we need your help to get there! Click the button below to donate now and start benefitting homeless animals in need! As an added bonus, those who donate $100 or more will receive a FREE Woofs, Hooves, and Whiskers 2024 Calendar. Help us make a difference early this Giving Tuesday! Donate Now
Florrie is now available for adoption! 19-year-old Florrie came to the HSVC as part of a humane investigation in early August of 2023. According to her previous owner, the gorgeous Connemara Pony is a retired showhorse. We believe she could be ridden with a brief refresher from an experienced and confident handler.
The HSVC was thrilled to welcome actress Liv Tyler to the shelter and even more thrilled that she adopted not one, but two kittens! Eleven-week-old siblings Johnny Catsh and Hank are now living the good life with Liv and her family.