Victor Valley Animal Protective League

09/24/2024

Without Measure P revenue, there will be budget cutbacks to keep the police we now have. What will that mean to Animal Control and Road maintenance? Do you know you’re already paying an extra 1% when you shop in Victorville? That’s how they can add cops and build a new animal shelter.

09/23/2024

In addition to the "official" start of Fall this week, did you know September is also Responsible Dog Owner Month? Let's do our part and encourage other to spay/neuter and leash their dogs when walking.

09/20/2024

ATTENTION ANIMAL ACTIVISTS:

We have been bombarded with "unkind" messages, many from non-HD residents, challenging why our empty shelter is not being used for animals from recent SB County fires.

If these folks would like to contribute about $30 per day per animal each day until the animal leaves plus any associated Vet fees (if we could find one) for injured animals, and recruit enough volunteers (who must sign liability waivers in case of injury or accident) to feed, clean and monitor the kennels twice a day, we are confident a path forward could be found for temporary housing endorsed by all local municipal and county animal shelters

Of course, these activists would each take personal responsibility and possession of any animal too sick, injured or aggressive as they demand a strict prohibition of animal euthanasia.

Space for displaced or mistreated animals is not an issue of just empty kennel space.

We hope to resume limited services (not sheltering or adoptions) in the near future and encourage outspoken animal advocates to turn their attention and animus on hoarders, illegitimate rescues and back yard breeders to help curb unwanted and mistreated domesticated animals. The lack of personal responsibility is our biggest enemy in this issue.

We thank our traditional supporters and promise to resume our mission at our earliest sustainable opportunity.

VVAPL

09/16/2024

We are selling our 2008 Ford Econline150 van. It only has 35,601 miles and is currently registered as non-op. AC/am-fm/elec windows and key fob. $10k.
Will send vin # to interested parties to check out history. Available to see in Apple Valley. Will message you with details and contact phone # if serious.

09/08/2024

Victorville fairgrounds being made available for animals from mountain fires in need of relocation. Spread the word to those in evacuation areas!🐗🐴

09/01/2024

You will start hearing soon about Measure P on the ballot. This penny added to our AV sales tax (1%)will make us equal to VV and Hesperia. Importantly it will stop our current deficit spending and give us the ability to add police and other vital public safety services.

WE would love to have more proactive Code Enforcement and Animal Control staff to help fine dog hoarders, puppy mills and street-corner pet sellers. Like unlicensed back-yard breeders these people just produce more animals who end up sick, unsocialized, abandoned and sadly, eventually euthanized. All local shelters are overwhelmed constantly .

You can help Apple Valley by giving our Town the resources to increase our enforcement of existing laws to make animals and residents safer.
Pat Orr
Chairman
VVAPL Board of Directors

08/01/2024

National Night Out is less than a week away! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 6th, from 6pm to 8pm at Civic Center Park!

Join the Town of Apple Valley and the Apple Valley Police Department for a fun-filled evening of games, vendors, and activities. This is a free event, so come out to meet and connect with local law enforcement, emergency services, and community members.

📅 Date: August 6th
⏰ Time: 6pm - 8pm
📍 Location: Civic Center Park

06/22/2024

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06/08/2024

Thief leaving shelter property last week. She leaves in minivan.

06/06/2024

06/06/2024

05/31/2024

We will hold a brief press conference at the Shelter on Thursday June 6 at 10:30am.
Several legitimate news organizations have expressed interest in our story, so we’ll do our best to share it.

This is not a public tour, but we appreciate all the heartfelt good wishes.
Pat Orr
President
VVAPL Board of Directors

05/25/2024

05/25/2024

We had a major burglary at our shelter last night. Computers, a portable generator, animal cages and our trailer were stolen. A hundred feet of chain link was taken down so locks could be cut and things loaded up. If you see or hear of any of this on the market for sale contact us and the AV Sheriff station. Trailer specially modified for us and has logos. We have video and other evidence.
There is a special place in hell reserved for folks who steal from a charity!

04/18/2024

Stop by the Town of Apple Valley Animal Shelter Apple Valley Animal Shelter at 22131 Powhatan Rd for their next low-cost vaccine clinic, held on May 2nd, 2024 from 5-7 P.M. Bring your furry family if they are due for shots or a microchip. License renewals for Town residents will also be offered. See flyer for more info and specifics 🐶🐱.

04/05/2024

In a call with the Greater HD Chamber this morning, Victorville Public Information Officer Sue Jones announced that the City has aquired the old Goodwill High School in Old Town and intends to use it as a new municipal animal shelter for VV residents. Date of completion and opening was not released at this time. Renovations have yet to begin.

04/04/2024

They need help. Are you ready to save a furry friend?

03/31/2024

'Hopping' you and your families have a great Easter Sunday.

03/01/2024

The VVAPL Board of Directors has not given up on our basic mission to have a positive impact on animal welfare in the high desert. There have been so many changes , cost increases and challenges to the traditional “shelter” model that we are cautiously proceeding to embark on a meaningful and financial sustainable effort to fulfill our mission. We WILL be back in a way that helps save the lives of our precious furry friends!
Thank you for your good will, positive thoughts and support.

02/06/2024

We love these stories. Really great to hear of new treatments available to save animal lives! Helen Woodward Animal Center

A mortally ill puppy named Richard has been given a second chance at life after receiving a new state-of-the-art medical treatment for parvo.

11/03/2023

We'll see you tomorrow!

For anyone needing vaccinations or microchipping in early November, we are providing a low-cost event for all dog and cat owners in our community.

Cash Only. First Come, First Served.

More info at www.vvapl.org/low-cost-vet-clinic

We hope to see you there.

10/29/2023

One small step....

In case you haven’t noticed there is a crisis in animal shelters a

07/21/2023

With warm weather comes toxic algae in slow moving water. Be mindful of what you and your pets are consuming, intentional or unintentional, while in bodies of water outside this summer.

Toxic algae blooms killed more than 2,700 pets or wild animals and sickened 117 humans in the United States in 2021, according to a new CDC report. - Videos from The Weather Channel | weather.com

06/12/2023

Air Bud & Champ still need homes! Adoption fees are waived and a free eight week training course is included with adoption. New shelter hours are Saturday from 10:00-2:00 and Sunday from 12:00-4:00.
21779 Zuni Road
Apple Valley, Ca. 92307