Humane Society of Ventura County

For all our horse and livestock friends out there please save the Humane Society of Ventura County number, 805-646-6505, in your phones in the case of an emergency. If you need to evacuate your large animals please give us a call first so we can be prepared.

As the National Weather Service issues its first Red Flag Warning of the season in Ventura and Los Angeles counties, where winds of 50-plus mph are expected to mix this week with single-digit humidity, the Humane Society of Ventura County is sounding the alarm to pet owners of an ongoing reality: Natural disasters can strike at any time, so be sure to have an emergency plan that includes your pets.

Marge is one gorgeous cat full of energy and love. Marge came to the Humane Society of Ventura County after she gave birth to two kittens on a roof.

Murphy is a 7-month-old neutered Australian Shepherd and Queensland Heeler mix. This sweet boy is looking for a family who will take him on lots of adventures! Murphy enjoys playing with tennis balls, flying discs, and other toys.

October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog month, and all month long shelters and rescue organizations are busy bringing awareness to the individual charms of shelter dogs and the perks of bringing one home. According to the ASPCA, approximately 3.3 million dogs and puppies enter shelters every year. By adopting your new best friend from a shelter, you will not only be giving an innocent animal a chance at a great life but significantly improving yours at the same time!

Rabies is an ancient disease that has been afflicting both animals and humans for thousands of years. When we hear the word rabies we often imagine a sick animal, foaming at the mouth, perhaps a crazed gleam in their eye. However, Rabies can have a variety of symptoms, some more obvious than others, and can affect any warm-blooded animal or human.

Our volunteers can't get enough of Steve! Turn up the volume and hear first hand from Animal Ambassador Linda, why Steve will make a great friend for the right family!