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The Humane Society of Ventura County is a compassionate care shelter and non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and adoption of animals in need throughout Ventura County.

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10 Jul 2017

Greg's Pup-Corn Challenge!

By Franki Williams

Last week Director of Community Outreach Greg A. Cooper took the Pup-Corn Challenge to raise awareness and much needed funds to rebuild the Humane Society of Ventura County's 35 year old kennels. Supporters made their pledges and tuned in last Friday to see how many of these delicious treats Greg could "woof" down in under five minutes, all while discussing the benefits of a new kennel to the community. 

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06 Jul 2017

Rescued Keko is Ready For Her Forever Home!

By Franki Williams

This past week Humane Officer Winwood responded to an anonymous tip in regards to a dog who was in extremely poor condition. When Officer Winwood arrived on the scene she found a young soft-coated Wheaten Terrier and Poodle mix, now named Keko, alone in the alley covered in matts.

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27 Jun 2017

Adopt-a-Cat Month - Just 4 days Left!

By Franki Williams

June is Adopt-a-Cat month and there is just four days left on discounted adoption fees for all cats and kittens! If you are considering adopting a cat into your family, look no further. The Humane Society of Ventura County has cats of all backgrounds waiting for the purr-fect home. 

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27 Jun 2017

Fourth of July Pet Safety

By Franki Williams

Summer is here and the 4th of July is coming up next week! Whether you are planning on staying at home and barbecuing with a few friends or heading off to watch the fireworks, please take into consideration the following dos and don'ts to keep your pets safe.

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26 Jun 2017

Vote For Us! Best Non-Profit in Ventura County

By Franki Williams

Thank you for voting for the Humane society of Ventura County as best non-profit in Ventura County! Ventura County is filled with wonderful non-profits and charities doing life changing work. We encourage anyone interested in choosing to support the Humane Society of Ventura County to stop by for a visit! You will meet our happy staff and volunteers who love being here. It is a cheerful, positive, hopeful place and we welcome all of you to be part of the family! We are very proud of our high adoption rate, the staff and volunteers work very hard to find a loving home for each and every animal. Our dream is that someday there will be a responsible and happy home for every one of the very deserving animals in our community. 

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19 Jun 2017

Pet Safety: How Hot Is Your Car?

By Franki Williams

Soaring temperatures can mean big trouble for your pets. Heat related problems are some of the most common causes of summertime ailments. It is important to be aware of what heat can do to our pets-it could even save a life!