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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.

07 Jul 2015

SUMMER CAMP 2015 - SPOTS STILL OPEN!

By Amanda Volden

It’s hard to believe it is already July! Time sure sneaks up on us. If you are in search of some last minute quality activities for your kids we have the solution! The Humane Society of Ventura County offers a variety of fun, service and learning oriented camp sessions for various age groups between 7 and 15. An array of topics are covered in these camps and include hands on work with shelter animals as well as information about animals in the wild both locally and around the world.

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30 Jun 2015

THANK YOU TO JACOB FAJARDO AND BOY SCOUT TROOP 504

By Amanda Volden

For the past year Jacob Fajardo from Boy Scout Troop 504 has been working on a project for the Humane Society of Ventura County in order to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. Jacob started as a Wolf in Scouts nearly ten years ago. Last year Jacob approached the shelter with a project to benefit the animals of the Humane Society, a place where his own family dog had come from years ago.

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30 Jun 2015

PET OF THE WEEK - REBEL

By Amanda Volden

Rebel is a beautiful female, tortie Domestic Longhair. She is about 3 years old, and she has been at the HSVC since April 24, 2015 (she is one of the twenty cats our Humane Officers rescued in the field). Rebel is good with people and other cats, but she is still new to the cat room and needs a little bit more time to warm up. Come, bring a book, and sit by her for awhile and read together to gain her trust. You will be rewarded with a beautiful and loyal friend! Come meet her today!

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29 Jun 2015

FOURTH OF JULY PET SAFETY TIPS

By Amanda Volden

FOURTH OF JULY PET SAFETY TIPS The 4th of July is a very exciting time for us but often not for our pets. 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 do’s and don’ts to keep your pets safe.

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29 Jun 2015

Susie Gets A Makeover!

By Amanda Volden

A very special THANK YOU to Puff N Fluff Pet Grooming in Meiners Oaks for taking such good care of our sweet Susie! Susie came into the shelter completely matted, with burrs and sticks stuck in her fur. She smelled terrible and was obviuosly uncomfortable in her own skin. One of our long time supporters called up Puff N Fluff and they offered to take care of her for free! Not only that they donated two FREE groomings a month to the Humane Society! Thank you Amber and Puff N Fluff staff for your support. Susie is super happy with her new 'do!

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23 Jun 2015

Beautiful Betsy

By Amanda Volden

Betsy is a 7-year-old female, black Italian Greyhound and Chihuahua mix. She has been at the HSVC since Jun 05, 2015. Before Betsy was brought to the HSVC she had been found out in a field behind an old abandoned building by her soon-to-be rescuers. She was injured, most likely from being hit by a car and starving. Her rescuers are unsure of how long she was out there. Since her injury was so extensive, she had to have her hind leg amputated.

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23 Jun 2015

Dog Grooming 101

By Amanda Volden

Dog Grooming 101 Keeping your dog groomed is an essential part of dog ownership and a responsibility that is often overlooked or ignored. Here at the shelter we see animals every day whose grooming needs have not been attended to. These animals are often in distress, and more likely to have behavior issues when they are not comfortable in their own skin. Just like people, dogs need physical maintenance to not only look, but more importantly feel their best. Grooming your dog can be an enjoyable experience and help strengthen the bond between you and your pet if done correctly. Here are some helpful tips to make grooming your dog more pleasurable for both you and your best friend!

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23 Jun 2015

Kittens! Kittens! Kittens!

By Amanda Volden

If you have visited the shelter recently you may have noticed our kitten room being a bit sparse. This time of year we get in tons of kittens but they are not available for their forever homes until they are 8-10 weeks old. Well, for all you patient folks we have good news! Our older kittens were moved in to the adult cat room today to get prepared for moving all the young kittens into the kitten room starting tomorrow! It will take a few days to get them all in there but you can start planning your visit today!

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