Mission Viejo Animal Services Center

12/01/2025

12/01/2025

The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center and Dedicated Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) are teaming up to help every pet find a perfect "Home for the Holidays."

Through the month of December, DAWG is sponsoring significantly reduced adoption fees for all pets at the shelter. The adoption fee is $20 for approved applicants.

This holiday promotion includes all dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits and any other animals available for adoption during this time. If you’re ready to make a shelter pet’s holiday wish come true, consider giving it the gift of a forever home.

For more information, visit cmvas.org or call 949-470-3045.

11/26/2025

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Mission Viejo Animal Services Center will be closed
November 27-28.

Limited staff will be available to respond to emergency calls only at 949-470-3045.

11/25/2025

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11/17/2025

11/05/2025

❗Reminder❗Dedicated Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) will be sponsoring all adoption fees at Mission Viejo Animal Services Center through Monday, November 10. Approved applicants will only pay a $20 microchip fee.

For more information, visit cmvas.org.

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10/30/2025

🌟🐾 Introducing the Jr. Animal Control Officer Program! 🌟🐾

We’re excited to launch our Jr. ACO Program at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, inspired by the popular Jr. Ranger program at national parks. This fun, hands-on program gives kids the chance to learn about animal care, safety, and local wildlife while earning badges for completing activities at our shelter.

👦👧 Who can join?

Kids of all ages who want to get involved with our shelter and make a difference for animals!

📘 How it works:
1️⃣ Pick up a Jr. ACO booklet at the shelter.
2️⃣ Complete fun, age-appropriate activities.
3️⃣ Show your completed booklet to the designated staff member or volunteer.
4️⃣ Take the Jr. ACO Oath – commit to caring for animals and the community.
5️⃣ Receive your very own Jr. ACO badge! 🎖️

✨ Get ready to become a Jr. ACO and join our mission to care for animals!

The shelter is open seven days a week, noon to 4 pm and is located at 28095 Hillcrest.

10/28/2025

🕯️✨ Create. Relax. Give Back! ✨🕯️

Join us at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center for a fun and creative Candle-Making Workshop on Saturday, November 8.

Craft your own beautiful animal friendly custom scented candle to take home — perfect for gifts or a little self-care. 💛

🎟️ Every ticket supports the medical care of homeless animals waiting for their forever homes right here at the shelter.
🐾 Your creativity makes a difference!
📲 For more details and to reserve your spot, visit https://artandember.com/products/missionviejoanimalshelter.

Register today as spots are limited — don’t miss out!