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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.

11 May 2021

In Loving Memory of Moxie, HSVC Alum and Search Dog

By Amy King

It is with a heavy heart to announce that veteran Search Dog Moxie passed away recently with her handler, Brent Koeninger, at her side. Moxie was surrendered to the Humane Society of Ventura County when her original owner was deployed overseas. Within a day, the Search Dog Foundation had received numerous calls about the petite black Lab that loved her toys! She did a wonderful job on her search dog candidate evaluation and was soon on her way to SDF’s training kennel to learn the skills she would need for a career in disaster search.

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04 May 2021

Pupdate: Juliet's Puppies are 4-weeks-old!

By Amy King

It's time for your weekly pupdate! Mama Juliet's puppies are now 4-weeks-old and growing fast! This week our 13 furry friends got to enjoy their first taste of solid food and were introduced to the world of toys. Boy, do they love toys! Each pup is developing its own adorable personality and becoming more independent each day. However, they are still nursing and will not be available for adoption for several weeks.

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03 May 2021

Hero Update: A True Adoption Success Story

By Amy King

Hero has come a long way since he was first brought to the Humane Society of Ventura County as part of an abuse and neglect case in October of 2018. When our Humane Officers first met the 5-year-old Thoroughbred, he was about 500 pounds underweight with a score of 1 (the worst) on the Henneke scale. He was standing in a filthy corral caked with manure and every piece of wood in reach was chewed.

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28 Apr 2021

Juliet's Puppy Shower was a Success!

By Amy King

Juliet’s Puppy Shower was a huge success! Thank you to all the animal lovers who donated toys, treats, and more to help us welcome Juliet and her extra large litter of fur babies to the HSVC! The puppies are now 3-weeks-old, and though they are still far too young to be adopted, each pup is slowly beginning to open its eyes and ears. Many are even discovering how to scoot around the nursery. Mama Juliet definitely has her paws full!

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19 Apr 2021

HSVC Excited to Welcome Juliet and Her Puppies!

By Amy King

Puppies have taken over the Humane Society of Ventura County! We are very excited to officially introduce Juliet and her brood of adorable fur babies! Three-year-old Juliet was transferred to the HSVC through our rescue partners at Kern County Animal Services in mid-March. Very sweet but very pregnant, the German Shepherd mama-to-be was placed into foster care to ensure she had a quiet and comfortable space to have her puppies.

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15 Apr 2021

What To Do When You Find Kittens

By Amy King

Many cats, including stray and feral cats, go into heat and give birth during the warmer months. Known as Kitten Season, shelters like the HSVC are flooded with litters of young kittens during this time of year. Kittens are often found unattended in streets, yards, or neighborhood areas. While it may seem like these fur babies have been orphaned, most kittens have not actually been abandoned by their mothers. It is more likely that their mother is out getting food or even hiding close by.

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13 Apr 2021

Angel Voucher Recipient Pays It Forward

By Amy King

Kayla recently reached out to the HSVC in need of financial assistance for her dog, Panda, who was in need of emergency medical care. We were able to provide her with an Angel Fund voucher, which helps pet owners with serious financial needs get their animals emergency medical treatment. We are happy to report Panda has since made a full recovery!

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12 Apr 2021

HSVC Looking for Kitten Fosters!

By Amy King

Are you interested in caring for sweet, adorable kittens? Apply to become a foster parent with the HSVC! With kitten season right around the corner, we are looking for experienced fosters to help us house, feed, and care for the many rescued and abandoned neonatal kittens that come through our shelter this time of year.

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