Tag: San Diego Humane Society
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. […]
President of San Diego Humane Society and SPCA Announced
The Board of Trustees of the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA announced that it has appointed Gary L. Weitzman, D.V.M., M.P.H., as its new president and CEO. Dr. Weitzman most recently served as the president and CEO of The Washington Animal Rescue League (WARL) and has more than 20 years of experience as an […]
Pet Adoption
Beth is a tan and white, two-year old, female terrier, whose big, brown eyes are sure to melt your heart instantly. While she enjoys spending quality time with her people friends, she is also content to spend time on her own. She has a lovable and independent spirit. Beth would love to be in an […]
Poker Tournament Benefits Animals
World renowned professional poker player, author, and star of the second season of “Celebrity Apprentice,” Annie Duke, and her father, writer and broadcaster, Richard Lederer, hosted the first charity poker tournament to benefit the animals and programs of the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA this past January 2012. Called “Paws for Poker,” the event […]
Oceanside Resident Pleads Guilty to Animal Abuse Charges
Twenty-two year old Abed Dubester has pled guilty to 597(a) P.C. charges of animal abuse for burning a six month old Bischon puppy, Stewie, with hot water. San Diego Humane Society Humane Officers seized Stewie on March 29, 2011, filed for protectivecustody and began an intensive investigation. “Nearly half of Stewie’s body was covered in […]
Help Me Find a Home
Weighing more than eighty pounds, Bolt is a loving and gentle three-year old German Shepherd mix. This special guy came to us as a stray with a heart of gold. With adorable ears, warm eyes and an affectionate nature, he creates joy wherever he goes. Though he’s a big dog, his heart is ten times […]




