OC Animal Care spotlights dogs who are ready to find their forever homes at Pooches on the Patio, a meet-and-greet adoption event, where dogs show-off their large and loveable personalities.

On the first Saturday of every month, OC Animal Care host a bottle-feeding demonstration. During this time, you'll:

• learn how to bottle feed kittens along with other tips and tricks
• learn basic medical training from an RVT

If you any questions, please email foster@occr.ocgov.com.  

Register for the event.

Littles on the Lawn is a new adoption event that will feature once-nervous small pups that have graduated into confident companions ready to find their forever family. This event is held every Wednesday and Saturday at the OC Animal Care shelter.

Through Kennel Connection, visitors can view ready-to-adopt pets right in their kennels every Wednesday and Saturday.  No appointment needed to walk through. One-on-one visits available on a first come, first serve basis.

On August 6, OC Animal Care responded to a parking lot where multiple dogs were confined in an unattended vehicle.  

Upon arrival, the Animal Care Officer immediately conducted a thorough investigation into the incident details and assessed the situation, including the substandard living conditions of the dogs and the high temperatures inside the vehicle in which they were confined. For the safety and welfare of the animals, the decision was made to remove all 14 dogs and transport them to OC Animal Care for emergency veterinary care. 

Once at the shelter, the dogs and puppies received immediate medical attention from the shelter's veterinary team. A thorough examination was completed for each pet, and an individualized treatment plan was developed for each dog.

Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the OC Animal Care team, the first 12 of the rescued dogs, primarily Terrier, Chihuahua, and Pomeranian mixes, have completed their medical treatments, including spay/neuter, vaccinations, as well as microchipping and are ready to find their forever homes.  

OC Animal Care will host a special Littles on the Lawn adoption event on Wednesday, August 23, from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., where potential adopters can engage with the dogs and partake in one-on-one meet and greet sessions. Adoption Ambassadors are prepared to assist by answering questions and providing information about specific pets. No appointments required. 

For more information on ways the community can support the animals at the shelter, please visit ocpetinfo.com/get-involved. Those interested in providing assistance to the shelter’s efforts in caring for pets in need can easily do so by viewing OC Animal Care’s Amazon Wishlist. 

As a reminder, pet owners should never leave pets unattended in a vehicle, even with the windows cracked, as it only takes a few minutes for the temperature inside a car to become dangerous to pets. At 80 degrees outside, the temperature inside a car can soar to 104 degrees after just 10 minutes and 114 degrees after 30 minutes, putting pets at risk. For more pet safety tips, please visit ocpetinfo.com/lets-paws.

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Effective Saturday, August 19 at 4:30 pm, an Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) will be issued for Silverado Canyon and Williams Canyon in the Bond Fire burn area due to possible debris flows along or near the burn scar. A map with detailed depictions of the areas under Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) can be found at www.ocsheriff.gov/bondfire.

OC Animal Care is urging residents located in the Bond Fire burn scar areas to implement and activate their personal plan to get their pets out safely and early. Prepare now to ensure you and your pets are safe by following these steps:

• Have a plan – know where your pets can go and how they’ll get there
• Pack their bags – have your pet's supplies packed and ready to go
• Don’t delay – Large animal owners should move their pets prior to the rain so roads are clear
• Access OC Animal Care's free toolkit and resources with information available in 6 languages at https://www.ocpetinfo.com/education.../disaster-preparedness.

Any person needing assistance with information about animal or large animal evacuations should call Orange County Animal Care at 714-935-6848 during normal hours from 8 am to 5 pm or 714-259-1122 during after-hours from 5 pm to 8 am.

OC Animal Care is partnering with H.E.A.R.T. to host a low-cost dog spay and neuter clinic on Monday, August 28, 2023.

Appointments are required. To learn more and to make an appointment, visit heart4pets.org. 

OC Animal Care
1630 Victory Road, Tustin

August is Clear the Shelter Month!  Join us in making a difference, one adoption at a time.  With so many deserving animals waiting for a second chance, now is the perfect time to welcome a new companion into your life.

All month long, adoption fees are waived for dogs over 25 pounds, and all cats and kittens are available as a 2-for-1 special!  Help us find loving homes for every pet in our care.  Visit OC Animal Care and meet your new best friend today.

*Waived adoption fees do not include licensing fees or puppies 6 months of age or younger.  Two cats and/or kittens must be adopted together during the same adoption visit.

If you have a passion for kittens and want to make a paw-sitive impact on their lives, this event is purr-fect for you! Whether you're a seasoned kitten caretaker or just curious about fostering, the Meow Mixer is an incredible opportunity for you to connect with other kitten lovers and expand your knowledge on the world of fostering.

Our experienced fosters will share heartwarming stories and provide valuable insights and tips. Not only will the time be filled with a behind-the-scenes look at fostering, but it will also be fun with tasty treats and engaging games!

Don't forget to bring a friend! Together, you'll have the chance to learn how you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of these adorable little kittens.

If you have further questions, please reach out by email: foster@occr.ocgov.com.

See you at the Meow-Mixer!

Summer is the perfect time to open your heart and home to a furry friend in need. Fostering a long-stay dog provides them with a loving home environment, while giving them an opportunity to socialize, learn new skills and get some much-needed time away from the shelter. To become a foster and make a difference in the life of a shelter dog this summer, interested individuals are invited to attend one of the following orientation session.

August 22, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., Register for the orientation session