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.
As temperatures rise, shady areas become a hot commodity at the shelter. With our kennels close to capacity more areas where animals and humans can rest and relax is essential to their health and safety. Animals can suffer from heat stroke and other heat related illnesses in a variety of ways and here at the shelter it is a top priority to make sure that all animals, volunteers, and staff keep cool during these hot summer months.
The cats and kittens of the Humane Society of Ventura County need your help! Shelters everywhere are finding themselves filled to the brim with young cats and kittens, often more cats then they have room for. Here at the shelter we are facing that very problem this summer.
The Humane Society of Ventura County is proud to introduce Humane Officer Kendra Winwood(R). Winwood was officially sworn in on July 28, 2016 by Judge Henry Walsh at the Ventura County Courthouse. A ceremony was later held at the shelter in Ojai where Officer Winwood’s badge was presented to her by Director of Investigations Robert J. Hoffman and Senior Humane Officer T. Vail. Her family and friends, along with several Board members and staff of the HSVC, were present to celebrate her achievements. Shelter Director, Jolene Hoffman, spoke to the crowd about the importance of supporting our Officers who perform a difficult job every day, not only for rescuing abused and neglected animals, but the continuing education their jobs require.
Look at those beautiful eyes! Ten month old Jasper is looking for his forever home. This handsome silver tabby is already housebroken and currently lives in the kitten room with quite a few other buddies.
What an expressive face Stanley has! Stanley was transferred from Ventura County Animal Services, where he was originally picked up as a stray, on January 8th of this year. This sweet boy is very playful and can be found running around with his friends in the play yards or soaking up some sun with one of our volunteers.
One of the things that makes the Humane Society of Ventura County so unique is its ability to house and rehabilitate neglected and abused horses on its 4.4 acre property in Ojai. Many may remember, back in 2008, when the HSVC rescued 37 horses, including 9 pregnant mares, from a ranch in Ventura County.
Responsible pet ownership includes making sure your pet is happy & healthy-nutritious food, routine grooming, exercise, regular health exams, and vaccinations, are all part of being a pet parent. Providing for an animal can really add up and taking preventive measures is one of the best ways to balance your budget while getting the best care for your loved one.