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.
Stop by our booth at this year's Earth Day Celebration in Oxnard! The City of Oxnard is holding their annual Earth Day Festival this year on Saturday, April 14th from 11am to 3pm!
Nipping Pet Stress in the Bud Stress is a huge issue for human beings the world over, but did you know that dogs and cats can also struggle against this condition on a daily basis? Chronic stress can affect canine health in many ways, with one study indicating that in dogs, fear and anxiety disorders lead to more frequent and more severe disease, as well as a shortened lifespan. In this post we look into common triggers of stress and suggest ways to instill greater calm in your pet. We also look at ways to introduce a new or recently adopted pet to those you might already have at home.
The Humane Society of Ventura County is in need of chicken and rice wet dog food for the animals currently in our care. Chicken and rice wet dog food is used specifically for dogs who need a little extra coaxing or are on a special diet due to a variety of factors.
The Staff and Board of the Humane Society of Ventura County are pleased to welcome two new members to their Board of Directors. This past January, John Talley and Dr. Lee Baker, DVM joined the team to help strengthen the growing eighty five year old nonprofit animal welfare organization.
Congratulations to Tommy who has passed his final veterinarian check and is now available for adoption. Dr. Kevin Smith, DVM, examined Tommy Monday and has cleared him now that he is back to weight and healthy enough to go home.
The Humane Society of Ventura County is pleased to welcome Robin Satnick to head our Humane Education Program.
A bored dog can wreak havoc in your home when left alone and, worse still, could be a sign that your pooch isn’t coping by himself and could be experiencing separation anxiety. Animal shelters take in more than 5.5 million dogs each year, according to a study from the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Adopting a dog from a rescue shelter is a generous and caring thing to do and, understandably, many dogs have been through some difficult times, so when home alone, boredom and stress can set in. Therefore, it’s essential to stimulate your dog to prevent full blown separation anxiety kicking in.
The Humane Society of Ventura County has already received its first animal evacuees in anticipation of the upcoming storm. Earlier today Shelter Director Jolene Hoffman, along with Senior Humane Officer Tracy Vail, and Equine Specialist Christie Tracy retrieved 2 horses and a miniature horse from an area prone to flooding. Back at the shelter, Volunteer Haley Casey, helped to prepare the corrals and assisted with the horses upon arrival. Other animals were dropped off by those residing in evacuation zones throughout the county.