Rescue & Adoption Organizations

Not a Traditional Animal Shelter

San Diego Humane Society is the Animal Services Provider for 14 Cities in San Diego County You find a stray animal. You’re concerned about your...

It’s a Great Summer for Service!

The weather has warmed up, the pool parties have commenced, and the barbecues are primed—that’s why so many of us are eager to get...

Update on Mighty Joe Young – dog that wandered into the gorilla enclosure at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The dog we referred to as “Mighty Joe Young” is actually named Meatball! His owner came forward and reclaimed him on Sunday, June 19....

Million Dollar Donor Names Animal Samaritans’ Vet Clinic

Thousand Palms, CA – June 3, 2022: On the heels of a seven-hundred and fifty thousand dollar ($750,000) donation from the Richard Brooke Foundation,...

San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) annual Walk for Animals

Pet Companion Magazine enjoyed participating in the San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) annual Walk for Animals event. It was a beautiful day in Liberty Park, with...

Saving Tofu

April 22, 2022 — This is Tofu's Story. Tofu has been in the care of Animal Samaritans since April 5th. A good Samaritan found...

Animal Samaritans Receives $750,000 Naming Gift

Thousand Palms, CA – May 1, 2022: Animal Samaritans has received a donation to its new Pet Adoption & Humane Education Center building project...

Pit Bulls & Cats: Overflowing in Shelters

Visit any animal shelter and you’ll see there are plenty of options for anyone looking for a new pet. Even if you’re looking for...

Around the Clock Care for Kittens

By Sarah Scorgie Spring brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and the hope of a brighter future. And at San Diego Humane Society, it marks the...

San Diego Humane Society’s 23rd annual Walk for Animals

Pet Companion Magazine was one of the many businesses supporting the SDHS Walk for Animals on February 26,2022. Over 2000 attendees walked a loop...

San Diego Humane Society takes in 50+ birds from single family home

February 9, 2022 - San Diego Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement Officers helped a family who had become overwhelmed with the number of pet...

Over three dozen dogs impounded at Cathedral City home at homeowner’s request

The Riverside County Department of Animal Services recently assisted a Cathedral City man in impounding 37 dogs at his residence. According to department spokesman John...