Tag: San Diego Humane Society
Farm Animals Now Settling in at Humane Farming Association Sanctuary
San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) is providing an update on the large-scale rescue and investigation at the Villa Chardonnay property in Julian, including a significant milestone: 74 rescued farm animals have now been transferred to the Humane Farming Association’s (HFA) Suwanna Ranch in Elk Creek, CA, where they are doing well as they begin their […]
More Cats Rescued from Overcrowding and Health Challenges
This past March, San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) welcomed 34 additional cats and kittens from City of Stockton Animal Shelter, to help relieve severe overcrowding and support disease management efforts at the Northern California facility. The kittens arrived at San Diego Humane Society’s Oceanside Campus this afternoon. To ensure the best possible treatment, 14 of […]
San Diego Humane Society Raises Alarm Over Proposed Budget Cuts in City of San Diego Mayor’s Draft Budget
San Diego Humane Society is voicing deep concern over San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes a 20 percent — or $3.5 million — cut to the organization’s contract for providing animal services. The nonprofit warns that this level of funding reduction could significantly impact public safety and put animals […]
Join the Kitten Shower to Help Save Lives
By Jackie Noble, Director of Nursery & Placement, San Diego Humane Society Spring in San Diego means many things: the blooming of flower fields in Carlsbad, fascinating “grunion runs” where the silvery fish take over beaches at night and—for San Diego Humane Society—the start of the busiest time of year: baby season. Kittens need an […]
In 2021, Consider a Virtual Training Class for Your Dog (or Cat!)
By Juliette Nash, Community Training Coordinator, San Diego Humane Society Whether you’ve just adopted a puppy during the pandemic or you’re a longtime pet owner, positive reinforcement-based behavioral training is key to a happy, healthy human-animal relationship, especially while everyone is spending more time at home. But with most traditional in-person training classes on hold in […]
From 92 to 123 Dogs Rescued
Last month, the San Diego Humane Society became part of a life-saving journey to rescue 92 Yorkies from a residence in San Diego County. Now the number of dogs rescued has grown to 123 (114 dogs and nine puppies). According to the San Diego Humane Society, it is not unusual for hoarders to hide animals […]
Whiskers in Wonderland Adoption Promotion is a Success
More than 900 animals were available for adoption from Dec. 16 through Dec. 24 at all San Diego Humane Society campuses and satellite adoption centers. To help these animals find homes, for the nine days before Christmas, all animal adoptions were sponsored by Sharon Blanchet of ABC Family Law and Reed Team at Willis Allen […]
Puppy that survives serious fall goes home
by Melissa Phy, County of San Diego Communications Office She may have been 100 feet down a ravine a couple weeks ago, but this two-and-a-half-month-old puppy is now living happily in the foothills of LA County with her new family, including two young girls, a dog and a cat. The German shepherd, rescued by a […]
What Now? The Humane Society’s Top Dog
Gary Weitzman may be the best thing – since Noah – to happen to animals. The CEO of the San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) has broadened the Society’s outreach, to partner or cooperate with numerous like-missioned organizations and we, the public – all intended, he says, to “put ourselves out of business,” via the […]
Help Us Find a Home
Baby is a lovable 10-year old, calico Manx who is seeking a special home where she can enjoy her golden years as a cherished member of the family. Despite her mature age, Baby’s name reflects her youthful attitude and energetic personality. With bright eyes and a precious face, she has a beautiful personality to match. […]
