San Diego County Animal Services

11/16/2025

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Registering your pet means extra protection with tags equipped with DocuPet’s 24/7 lost pet service, HomeSafe®, helping thousands of pets get home faster. Plus, take advantage of our late fee amnesty during this period Get your free tag now: https://bit.ly/SDCFreeTag

11/16/2025

11/14/2025

💉🐾Free Rabies Vaccine🐾💉

We love helping our community 😻 And what better way to help than to offer free vaccines! From November 15th through December 15th, we will be having this promotion!

This will be at BOTH shelters. It will be by approved appointments only, Wednesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 4 PM. Slots are limited by time and number of animals, so please be sure to schedule accordingly.

After you are approved for your appointment, please be sure to check your email for confirmation instructions.

Feel free to use the QR code on our post, or the physical link down below.

We will also add a link to the list of unincorporated areas we service below as well.

https://schedule.lobbycentral.com/schedule/?36936178ACD42FBB

https://www.sddac.com/content/dam/sdc/das/pdf/forms/Animal%20Control%20Agencies%20by%20Zip%20Code_6.24.24.pdf

11/14/2025

After almost 5 months in our care, Wrangler has found his forever home! 🏠 💖
His new owners are excited for the new adventures they will have with him, and we hope the best for them! 🐕🏞️
Congrats Wrangler!! 🎉 💕

11/14/2025

Join County Animal Services for a low-cost vaccine and microchip clinic at the Borrego Springs Library on Tuesday, Nov 18, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

📍 2580 County Club Rd, Borrego Springs

💉 Vaccines – $20 each

Dogs: DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies

Cats: Rabies, FVRCP

📡 Microchips – $25

🐕 Dogs must be on a leash
🐈 Cats must be in a carrier

If you’re experiencing financial hardship, we can work with you to provide services at no cost.

🐾 Keep your pets healthy and safe!

11/13/2025

Our Community Pet Food Pantry is looking a little… well…
👀 Let’s just say my fridge at 19 years old had more options.

We’re working hard to help families who are struggling to feed their pets, but our shelves are starting to look like a dog who already licked the bowl clean. 😬

So we’re asking for your help!
💛 Fill our pantry → Fill some bellies → Make tails wag across the county! 💛

Want to help without leaving the couch?
📦😎 Visit our Amazon Wish List today! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HRH4IA6T64UF/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex?
It’s fast, easy, and dangerously satisfying if you love clicking “Add to Cart.”

Let’s show our community what kindness looks like—preferably in kibble form. 🐾✨

11/08/2025

In December 2023, County of San Diego Department of Animal Services rescued a pair of bonded pigs. Unfortunately, as with so many pigs who find themselves in shelters, the boys began a very long wait hoping for a new home. 2023 became 2024 and 2024 turned into 2025.

During their stay at the shelter the boys were named Fred Flinstone (black) and Barney Rubble (white and grey). We couldn't imagine better names for these two buddies. 💜

If you are unfamiliar with the iconic cartoon, The Flintstones, here is their theme song! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s13X66BFd8

In August we made plans for Fred and Barney to transfer to our care.

Unfortunately at the end of August 2025, Fred experienced a heat stress episode before he could come to the ranch. In pigs, heat stress can lead to skin sloughing. This left Fred with a large wound on his right side.

But, the staff at Animal Services did an amazing job caring for him and treating his wound. We cannot thank Dr. Sarvis and her team enough for all that they did to ensure Fred's recovery. We also include Dr. Blanche from ECLAP in our thanks. She has lent her expertise and helped us understand Fred's medical needs.

While Fred's wound still requires care, he and Barney came home this week. Fred is proving to be an excellent patient. We are looking forward to seeing him completely recovered and both boys out with our Sounder of Swine. In the meantime, both Fred and Barney are happy meeting everyone and getting extra attention. Welcome home boys! 🐷🐷

County of San Diego Department of Animal Services and San Diego Humane Society both have several pigs waiting their forever home! 🐽❤️

Learn more about Animal Services' adoptable pigs here:
https://www.sddac.com/content/sdc/das/adopt.html

Learn more about San Diego Humane Society's adoptable pigs here: https://sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/

11/08/2025

🐾November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month💛

Meet Edgar, A1943925, a charming 7-year-old Olde English Bulldogge who’s ready to steal your heart — and your couch! 🛋️

Edgar may have a few years under his collar, but this handsome gentleman still has plenty of love to give. He’s the perfect mix of mellow and goofy — happy to go for a walk, then settle in for snuggles and a nap.

If you’re looking for a loyal companion who’s already past the puppy chaos, Edgar might just be your perfect match. 💖

📍 Available for adoption at our Bonita Location. 
📅 Come meet him today and celebrate by giving a golden-hearted dog his forever home!

11/07/2025

🎉 After 8 months, Sammie’s got her happy ending! 🎉

That’s right — our gorgeous, goofy, lovable Husky queen Sammie has finally been adopted! 👑🐾 Eight months of walks, woo-woos, and waiting paid off in the best way possible — with a forever family! 💙

Now it’s your turn!
📸 Drop a photo of your adopted pet in the comments and tell us how they’ve changed your life. We want to see those “happily ever afters,” the couch hogs, the zoomie champions, and the professional snack beggars! 🐶🐱💚

Let’s fill the comments with love, laughter, and adopted-pet pride!

11/07/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Did you know the County of San Diego is building a brand-new, state-of-the-art Animal Shelter in Santee, CA? 🐾

Construction is moving right along, and we’re thrilled to share that we’re on track for our grand opening in early May — and hey, if the timing’s right, we might just make it a Cinco de Mayo paw-ty with a mariachi band! 🎉

This modern facility will help us better serve pets and people across San Diego County — providing improved space for better care, and an even more welcoming experience for adopters, volunteers, and visitors.

🎉 “If you could name one of the rooms in the new shelter, what would you call it?” (Bonus points for creative puns!) 😉

Stay tuned for updates as our new Santee Animal Shelter continues to take shape! 🏗️🐶🐱💚

11/06/2025

🎷 Introducing Lucky — The Shepherd with Soul! 🎤

She’s got the look, she’s got the rhythm, and she’s ready to sing her way right into your heart. Meet Lucky, a 2-year-old, 53.5-pound German Shepherd who’s part smooth jazz, part rock ’n’ roll, and 100% heart.

Lucky’s the kind of girl who croons her own tune — playful, confident, and full of personality. Whether she’s walking to the beat of her own paws or giving you that side-eye that says, “You gonna throw that ball, or do I need to take it from the top?” — she’s pure charm from the first note to the encore.

So come meet Lucky, the dog with the voice (and the smile) to turn any day into a standing ovation.

📍 Carlsbad Shelter
🐾 German Shepherd | 2 Years | 53.5 lbs
🎶 Adoption fee: Free — her love songs are priceless.

11/05/2025

Gigi is a 2-year-old Shepherd mix with a heart as golden as autumn sunshine. She’s potty trained, social, and loves making new friends—both human and canine! This sweet girl is as low maintenance as they come, happy to curl up by your side or join you for a crisp walk through the fall leaves.
Gigi’s favorite season might just be fall—she adores snuggling up after outdoor adventures and soaking up all the cozy moments the season brings. With her gentle nature and loving personality, she’ll make every chilly evening warmer and every day brighter.
If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion to share the season (and every season after) with, Gigi is ready to fall for you!

Please email [email protected] to meet her!