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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.

03 Nov 2017

Senior Dog Dawn Needs Your Help!

By Franki Williams

November is Adopt-A-Senior Pet month and here at the Humane Society of Ventura County we are celebrating the charms and perks of adopting a senior animal. At any one time, nearly one third of the animals available here at the shelter are considered seniors. Dawn, a ten year old Doberman and Vizsla mix is just one of the many animals who will find themselves at the shelter during their golden years. Dawn was brought to the HSVC last month after being rescued in the field by our Humane Officers. Officers were responding to a tip about an older dog who was in poor health and living in unsanitary conditions. Dawn's previous owners agreed with the Officers that she would do best in the hands of the Humane Society and she was signed over to the shelter in order to recuperate and find a loving forever home.

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28 Oct 2017

Pet Costumes For Sale!

By Franki Williams

Halloween is only a few days away but the festivities have already begun! We still have an assortment of costumes for cats and dogs available at the shelter in Ojai for a recommended donation of only $5. All money raised will go to helping animals in need.

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27 Oct 2017

Pet Friendly Garden

By Franki Williams

Dogs love spending time outdoors, and if you happen to have a garden, then it’s likely that it’s one of your pet’s favorite spots in your entire home. However, the things that your four-legged friend may find in your garden may be harmful to his health, as some plants, fertilizers, and mulch are highly toxic for dogs. However, you don’t have to keep your beloved pooch indoors just to keep him safe—all you have to do is provide your dog with a safe outdoor environment that he’ll enjoy.

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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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