Volunteers of the Burbank Animal Shelter

Volunteers of the Burbank Animal Shelter The VBAS is the all volunteer 501c3 non-profit arm of the City of Burbank's animal shelter.
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Don’t let her tiny size fool you—Artemis is a mighty huntress with boundless energy and an adventuring spirit! She takes...
07/07/2025

Don’t let her tiny size fool you—Artemis is a mighty huntress with boundless energy and an adventuring spirit! She takes her hunts for toy mice very seriously, and she’s not above running over her siblings in pursuit of her prey.

Despite being the goddess of the hunt, Artemis has a huge heart. When the hunt is complete, she’ll meow for affection, snuggle in your lap, and flop over for belly rubs. She's the kind of kitten who makes friends with everyone, even adult cats who still aren’t sure about her.

Artemis would love to join a forever home where she will be showered with affection and have plenty of playtime to hone her hunting skills, hopefully with another energetic feline friend to share in the fun.

If you want a playful, energetic, and cuddly kitten companion, please email Alicia at [email protected].

KITTEN ADOPTION FAIR!  SATURDAY, JULY 12TH, 10 AM - 2 PM at the Burbank Animal Shelter!Come meet our foster kittens and ...
07/07/2025

KITTEN ADOPTION FAIR! SATURDAY, JULY 12TH, 10 AM - 2 PM at the Burbank Animal Shelter!

Come meet our foster kittens and adopt a new best friend...or two!


Astrid had her portrait done at the Ruffly Drawn Fundraiser, and we'd say it came out looking great!Astrid is our longes...
07/07/2025

Astrid had her portrait done at the Ruffly Drawn Fundraiser, and we'd say it came out looking great!

Astrid is our longest pet resident, and she has officially spent more than 2 years at the Burbank Animal Shelter. Although we wish Astrid would be spending another year in a home of her own, she's making the best of it at the Shelter, and now she is a regular on our Happy Tails hikes! Astrid’s size can be intimidating to most, but this girl is the goofiest, most playful and sweetest dog of them all. We are thankful she has thrived at the Shelter for so long and are thankful to the volunteers who give her constant attention, socialization and yard time to keep her healthy and happy while she waits for her perfect furever home.

Astrid is a giant galumping goofus. This XL lady (140lbs!!!) really has no concept of how big she is. She’ll bounce and play just like a little dog- just for a fraction of the time. She does love play time, and scratches, and getting brushed when she needs help with seasonal shedding. It’s a LOT of fur, make no mistake. Her zest for life and all things fun is somewhat irresistible. Because of her size and her puppy like playful nature she’s not a dog that is easy to fit into the average home. She needs space, humans who are strong and patient, a section of a room that can be just hers because that’s how much space she takes up, regular exercise and confident training techniques. Astrid is looking for someone with large or extra large dog breed experience. Anatolian Shepherds are not recommended for apartment life. They are relatively inactive indoors and will do best with at least a large fenced yard. Her future owner will have to continue working with her on socialization with other people and dogs to make sure she is an upstanding citizen for her size and breed. Astrid must be the only pet in her new home.

Someone out there must be dreaming of a silly Anatolian Shepard and just hasn’t seen her yet. If that’s you- come meet Astrid at the shelter. Otherwise, please share her info to your networks!

Astrid's adoption comes with a free month of training from GoodPup.com to ease her into her new home and help her bond with her new family.

Like the god of the sun, Apollo brings light and warmth everywhere he goes. He might seem timid at first, but the promis...
07/07/2025

Like the god of the sun, Apollo brings light and warmth everywhere he goes. He might seem timid at first, but the promise of playtime or cuddles quickly reveals his sunny personality.

When it’s time to hunt, Apollo shoots forward like an arrow to catch his favorite toy mouse. Then, he’ll muster his fiercest little growl and proudly parade his prey around, announcing his victory.

Outside of being a mighty hunter, this little ray of sunshine loves cuddling in your lap, being brushed, and returning the favor by grooming you with gentle licks—his way of saying "I love you." He is sweet with everyone he meets, even skeptical adult cats.

Apollo would love to find a forever home with humans to cuddle and hopefully a playful feline friend to match his energy.

If you want a loving kitten companion to brighten your world, email Alicia at [email protected].

Say hello to this beautiful bonded duo: Sneakers (husky) and Boots (German Shepherd Mix).  A volunteer spent time with h...
07/06/2025

Say hello to this beautiful bonded duo: Sneakers (husky) and Boots (German Shepherd Mix). A volunteer spent time with her and had this to share:

"These 2 stunners are super sweet, in need of a spa day to get those winter sheds handled, and pretty chill when we hung out. Boots is the braver of the 2- coming up to me immediately and bring super curious and trying to hog all the pets being offered. Sneaker is way more shy, slower to warm up and content to hang back a little and just get her measure of me. Once we were hanging out for a bit they both determined I was pretty nice and knew all the good places to scritch and even had a pocket full of treats. We were limited in space, so I didn’t get to see them play or cut loose, how they behave on leash or around other dogs- maybe next time we will. I can say they were very gentle with me, even when pushing each other around. Not particularly reactive to the noise and movement going on around us. I was expecting to get pummeled by young playful dogs but they were very kind and polite. I was honored when Sneaker decided I could give pets and even a kiss on the head- since she’s so shy. We went slow and I had her smiling by the end. They’re really a lovely fluffy duo of ladies that would make for a great family completing pair."

Come to the Burbank Animal Shelter to foster or adopt Boots (A127648) and Sneakers (A127649)!

Athena is clever, curious, and just a little wild. She might be the smallest sibling, but she certainly doesn’t act that...
07/06/2025

Athena is clever, curious, and just a little wild. She might be the smallest sibling, but she certainly doesn’t act that way. She chases toy mice with fierce focus and leaps into the air for feather toys—flying so high, she might have been an owl in a past life. She’ll run and jump until she’s panting and then be ready to go again after a quick break.

When she’s not being a fierce huntress, Athena loves to snuggle and fall asleep purring in your lap. She loves everyone and adores her siblings, with whom she’ll groom, play, and zoom around with abandon.

With her sky-high spirit and affectionate nature, Athena would love a forever home where she will get lots of playtime and just as much cuddle time with human and feline friends alike.

If you want a little kitten with a big personality, email Alicia at [email protected].

This beautiful boy Mowgli is 5 years old. He was surrendered by his owner of 4 years, because she felt that she could no...
07/06/2025

This beautiful boy Mowgli is 5 years old. He was surrendered by his owner of 4 years, because she felt that she could no longer handle him. The former owner explained that Mowgli was overly protective of her and would act aggressively when people would approach her, and she was unable to control him. She also told us that she was unsure how he was with other dogs but had been okay with cats in the past.

Understandably, he was very depressed when he got here, and it took days and days for staff to get him to eat. With lots of love and attention, he realized that we weren’t so bad and started to come around. He is a big love bug! He is very affectionate and just wants to be with and around his people. He can be vocal and lets you know when he wants attention, by giving a big, loud wooooooooooooooo.
Mowgli is a sensitive boy and needs and experienced owner. He will need someone willing to socialize him safely and correctly and who has the time to take advantage of some specialized training, so he doesn’t fall back into that overly protective personality. For now, we will have to say no children.

He seems to be a clean boy (excluding the drool that comes with this breed) and seems to be potty trained. He loves wearing a cozy sweater and would love a couch of his own. We have fallen in love with this special boy, and we want to find him his forever home, with someone who understands his needs and requirements.

Come visit the Burbank Animal Shelter to foster or adopt Mowgli.

This little boy Marty is full of fun and silliness. He loves attention and lovin’, constantly reminding you for “more pe...
07/06/2025

This little boy Marty is full of fun and silliness. He loves attention and lovin’, constantly reminding you for “more pets” with his sweet little meows. He is very fluffy and handsome and will be a charming prince in any home. Marty is very easygoing and mostly just wants to be around you. A very sweet and gentle boy, he loves to play with his sister or a stick toy before settling in for a good nap on a hard, uncomfortable surface.

Because of his big fluffy beautiful coat, he does run a bit warm so having a cool environment will be key. He loves hanging out with his sisters (both big and small) and would do well in a house with other cats. He is a follower not a leader, so he tends to fall right in step with whoever he is with. He is a talker and will definitely let you know how he is feeling at any time.

His sister, Miss Daisy, will also be available for adoption very soon.

To learn more about Marty, please contact Lindsey Troiano at [email protected]

Bertha LOVES to play fetch! This girl could undoubtedly go for hours and she is an exceptional playmate. She will fetch ...
07/06/2025

Bertha LOVES to play fetch! This girl could undoubtedly go for hours and she is an exceptional playmate. She will fetch her toy, drop it at your feet and never try to grab it back while you’re picking it up. She also knows when to relax and loves to cuddle up on the couch with you. Bertha is a very friendly dog and loves meeting new people. Her gentle soul shows lots of love through kisses. She has many talents such as obeying commands like sit, lie down, paw, and come (we have even managed to teach her “speak”). Bertha is very good on the leash and would do great with someone who loves to go on hikes or long walks. Bertha would be the perfect companion for someone who matches her love for playing fetch and wouldn’t mind her cuddled up on top of you, as she thinks she’s a lap dog.

Bertha is currently in a foster home. Please contact [email protected] to meet her!

“Suddenly Seymour is standing beside you…”This sweet white kitten with brown tabby spots and a dashing black-striped tai...
07/06/2025

“Suddenly Seymour is standing beside you…”
This sweet white kitten with brown tabby spots and a dashing black-striped tail has come a long way from his tough beginning. Once scared and unsure, Seymour has discovered just how wonderful people can be!

Seymour is the kind of kitten who will pause mid-meal just to crawl into your lap for a cuddle. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who just wants to be close, Seymour is your friend.

Seymour is full of personality! He is playful, curious, and always up for a game of chase the laser or a wrestling match with a feather toy. He’s got a huge purr that starts the second you reach out for a pet, and his love of snuggles is only topped by his passion for treats. Seriously, crinkle a treat bag and you’ll have his full attention.

While he can be a little shy when meeting new people, once he knows you’re safe, he’ll be your friend for life. Seymour doesn’t just want a home, he wants a human to adore and cuddle up with after a good play session, bonus points if you have a kitten friend for him to love as well!

If a snuggly and playful kitten is what’s missing from your life… reach out because Seymour is just that!

To learn more about Seymour please contact Ryan at [email protected]

Garrus and Tali are a bonded pair looking for a home together.  Garruis a 90 lb lovebug. He adores human contact, especi...
07/05/2025

Garrus and Tali are a bonded pair looking for a home together.

Garruis a 90 lb lovebug. He adores human contact, especially if they are scritches on his neck and chest area. If you're sitting down, he'll lean on you.

Tali loves to chase toys and play, but needs to learn to not nip at human hands when they are trying to throw the toy again. With a little training, she'll be fine. She is somewhat small for her breed.

Garrus and Tali are bonded , and they must be adopted together.

Come visit the Burbank Animal Shelter to foster or adopt Garrus and Tali.



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