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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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04 Sep 2018

The Best Life For Your Betta

By Franki Williams

Betta fish are an entirely unique species of fish. They are the sole fish species with an organ called a labyrinth, which allows them to breathe air outside the water. This adaptation permits them to live in low oxygen environments like rice paddies; the environment to which they are native in Thailand and Cambodia. This unusual characteristic is one of the plethora of singular attractions of this creature. The striking beauty of the male species, in particular, characterized by its bright colors and long flowing fins and its propensity to be a loner rather than a member of a school, like other fish, top the list.

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04 Sep 2018

Sponsorship Opportunity Available!

By Franki Williams

We need your help! The Humane Society of Ventura County is looking for individuals and businesses that are interested in sponsorship opportunities for a new wash rack for our horse area. With the recent renovation of our equestrian facility and completion of our new horse barn, the next step is adding a wash rack area so that we can continue providing the best possible care to rescue horses.

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31 Aug 2018

CLOSED - Labor Day!

By Franki Williams

The Humane Society of Ventura County will be closed to the public this coming Monday, September 3rd, in observance of Labor Day. Thank you all and enjoy your long weekend!

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30 Aug 2018

Thank You Operation Blankets of Love!

By Franki Williams

The Humane Society of Ventura County sends a special thanks to Brad Smulson and Michael Smulson with Operation Blankets of Love for their delivery of donated blankets, food, toys and crates. Assistant Shelter Director Arlene MacSween was on hand for the delivery of supplies which filled a van. Also donated was a box of English/Spanish activity books to be used for children learning about the humane treatment of animals.

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27 Aug 2018

Help Raise Funds For Homeless Animals!

By Franki Williams

We are pleased to present our newly designed donation boxes and encourage any of our supporters who own a business or know of a business that would be interested in hosting a donation box to contact the Humane Society of Ventura County to learn more about how you can help. We have made hosting a donation box at your business as easy as possible with monthly pick ups by our friendly volunteers.

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25 Aug 2018

Volunteer Spotlight - Thank You Remi, Reid, and Susan!

By Franki Williams

At least twice a week, Remi, Reid, and their mother Susan come to the Humane Society of Ventura County to spend time with the dogs and cats. This family of animal lovers started volunteering when their youngest turned 10 years old, “We just love the animals and it’s so much fun to come and volunteer here.” Remi and Reid enjoy spending time with the animals and often can’t wait to come again. Their enthusiasm to help these animals is contagious and can put a smile on anyone’s face.

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23 Aug 2018

Thank You Friends!

By Franki Williams

We have wonderful news! In less then 4 weeks our community of supporters has raised over $7000 to cover the cost of extensive surgery for Mimi and Dodger, two deserving dogs in our care.

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21 Aug 2018

Humane Society Adds New Stock Trailer to its Fleet

By Franki Williams

We are thrilled to announce that a $25,000 grant from the GlobalGiving Foundation was recently given to the Humane Society of Ventura County. These funds were used for the purchase of an all-important new horse stock trailer.