Join us for our monthly Drive-Thru Pet Food Pantry Event! Dog, cat, rabbit and bird food while supplies last.

March's Volunteer of the Month: Janet Foulds!

You will certainly recognize OC Animal Care’s Volunteer of the Month for March. She has been volunteering at our shelter for 10 years and 9 months! She has volunteered with the Dog Team, she has done countless Special Events, and led dozens and dozens of shelter tours. You will find her smiling face behind the Greeter desk twice a week assisting Customer Service with donations, questions, and adoptions. Janet is passionate about making sure every new adopter’s pup or kitten leaves the shelter with a toy or a special collar. Congratulations Janet, and we humbly thank you for over a decade of service!

Interested in volunteering for OC Animal Care? We have modified opportunities available such as volunteering at our monthly Pet Food Pantry events or getting a group together to make no-sew kitten blankets. There are a number of things we always need help with each month! For more information, email our Volunteer Coordinator, Dawn, at Dawn.Maestas@occr.ocgov.com!

All pet owners in need, welcome!

Event is held from 8:00am-10:00am every second Saturday of the month.

Click on the flyer below for more details.

As the weather warms up, #LetsPaws and take a look at what to do if you find baby kittens! The mother might still be nearby, so remember to wait…watch…and win!

Check out our 2021 AT-A-GLANCE Shelter Statistics!

To view our 2020 AT-A-GLANCE Shelter Statistics, click HERE.

February's Volunteer of the Month: Hank Gotterer!

Hank is OC Animal Care’s February Volunteer Of The Month! He has been volunteering with Small Dog Play Group for over two years. What makes Hank so special is that the littles think he has the best lap around. The shier the pup, the more likely you will find her sitting on Hanks lap waiting for ear scratches, belly rubs and cuddles. Hank always has a sly smile for his fellow volunteers, and wouldn’t miss play group for the world! It is so very easy to celebrate this kind, compassionate volunteer!

Interested in volunteering for OC Animal Care? We have modified opportunities available such as volunteering at our monthly Pet Food Pantry events or getting a group together to make no-sew kitten blankets. There are a number of things we always need help with each month! For more information, email our Volunteer Coordinator, Dawn, at Dawn.Maestas@occr.ocgov.com!

1 in 3 pets will end up lost. Without ID, 90% won't come home.

What is a Microchip?

Microchips are about the size of a grain of rice and are implanted with a quick injection between the shoulder blades. A small handheld scanner can detect the microchip number and, with one quick phone call to the microchip company, a shelter or veterinary clinic can be put directly in contact with you. Microchips help get your pet home faster!

Why Use a Microchip?

Where collars and ID tags can break or slip off, a microchip is permanent, inexpensive, and can be purchased at just about any veterinary office. And they aren’t just for dogs and cats!

Update, Update, Update!

Be sure to keep the address and phone number on file updated with the microchip company! Many pet owners don’t realize that they must call the microchip company to provide their contact information or to update their address if they move!

For more pet safety tips, click HERE.

Drive-Thu Pet Food Pantry held every second Saturday of the month. All families in need welcome!

Owning a rabbit can be a lot of fun! Check out some of our Rabbit Care Basics:

Environment:

• Use large dog crates or baby gates to help facilitate an enclosed, indoor environment for the rabbit.
• Make sure the rabbit has an accessible litter box and enough space to move around/exercise.
• Remove electrical wires and be wary of furniture that might be chewed up.

Diet:

• Allow the rabbit to have unlimited access to hay and clean water.
• Rabbits have a high metabolism!
• Make sure to add green leafy vegetables to the rabbit’s diet, avoiding those with high sugar or calcium content, and limit the amount of pellets offered.
• Treats are yummy, but give them sparingly!

Enrichment:

• Rabbit teeth never stop growing! Chew toys help keep teeth comfortable and prevent boredom.
• Make sure the rabbit has access to chew toys. Some examples include: wooden toys, chew ropes, woven grass toys and puzzle toys.
• Regularly introduce new items to increase exploratory behaviors.

Health:

• Make sure your rabbit is up to date on vaccinations.
• Vaccinations and neutering/spaying your rabbit can lengthen the rabbit’s life.
• Schedule regular checkups with your vet.
• Rabbits can live around 8-12 years. Owning a rabbit is a commitment!

For more tips on pet safety, visit our Let's Paws page HERE