Dog's Day Out allows residents to take select Orange County Animal Care dogs on a four-hour field trip to any pet-friendly park, business, or other location in the County. Participants must be 18 years and older, have a driver's license and an enclosed vehicle with air condition.
OC Animal Care provides all of the necessary supplies, including a bright orange vest for the dog that says "Adopt Me." Studies show dogs that participate in field-trip programs are 5 to 14 times more likely to be adopted.
OC Animal Care, sponsored by Noble Friends Foundation, hosts an annual Free* Microchip Clinic for Dogs and Cats.Our next clinic will be on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026.
Free microchip clinic for the first 100 dogs and cats
Limit 2 pets per household; all pets must be 8 weeks of age+
For safety purposes, all pets must be well-socialized
Dogs must be a 6-foot leash or shorter at all times (no retractables)
Cats must be in a secure pet carrier at all times (no feral traps)
*Attendees must reside in an OC Animal Care contract city. A California ID or photo ID with a utility bill, rental/lease agreement, or similar document providing proof of residency in a contract city needed to participate in this event.
Contract cities include Anaheim, Brea, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Lake Forest, Orange, Placentia, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Tustin, Villa Park, Yorba Linda, and the County unincorporated areas.
OC Animal is excited to host an adoption event during the “New Owner”performance on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Join us for an enjoyable day of entertainment and be sure to visit our adoption booth, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet our dedicated team and some of our wonderful, adoptable dogs. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 12-5 p.m. Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626
OC Animal is excited to host an adoption event during the “New Owner”performance on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Join us for an enjoyable day of entertainment and be sure to visit our adoption booth, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet our dedicated team and some of our wonderful, adoptable dogs. We look forward to seeing you there!
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 12-3 p.m. Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626
OC Animal Care is excited to join PetSmart's Adoption Event on Saturday, March 28! Come meet our amazing adoptable dogs, chat with our friendly Public Education Officer, and connect with our passionate volunteer team. We can’t wait to see you there!
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. PetSmart Store #0097 2140 E. 17th Street Santa Ana, CA 92705
OC Animal Care is proud to host an information booth at the Community Healthcare and Social Services Expo, hosted by First District Supervisor Janet Nguyen, on Saturday, March 21st, at Freedom Hall in Fountain Valley. The fair will offer dental, vision, and health screenings, CalFresh/Medi-Cal enrollment, and resources from community partners. While you're there, you'll also meet members of the OC Animal Care team, learn about responsible pet ownership, view our available dog's binder, and receive giveaways.
Freedom Hall at Mile Square Park Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 16801 Euclid Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Join Fourth District Supervisor Doug Chaffee along with OC Animal Care, on Saturday, September 20th, for the Kids Fishing Derby atCarbon Canyon Regional Park!
OC Animal Care will be hosting an information booth at 2nd District Vicente Sarmiento's Health and Wellness Resource Fair, an event designed to support families with young children. Enjoy free food, live music and entertainment, medical screenings, and a food distribution and diaper giveaway!
We invite you to visit our booth to learn more about our shelter programs, community initiatives, and the many ways you can support and promote our mission.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Anaheim High School 811 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92805
Hop on over for a lovely and fun time at the Spring Egg Hunt, hosted by City of Cypress! Participate in an egg hunt and sign-up for doggy photo sessions with the Spring Bunny! While you're there, stop by the OC Animal Care booth to meet our team, learn about responsible pet ownership, and receive giveaways. See you there!
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Oak Knoll Park 9600 Graham St. Cypress, CA 90630
