County Animal Services Investigating Rancho Santa Fe Horse Case
Aug. 6, 2025 | 4:16 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
County Animal Services and the District Attorney’s Office are working on an animal welfare case that involves horses in Rancho Santa Fe.
Animals
County Offering Free Pet Adoptions All August for Clear the Shelters
Aug. 1, 2025 | 2:14 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
County Animal Services is waiving all pet adoption fees at the Bonita and Carlsbad animal shelters during the month of August for Clear the Shelters.
Volunteers Provide Comfort for County Shelter Animals with Handmade Beds
Jul. 18, 2025 | 9:45 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
At the County’s Carlsbad animal shelter, a volunteer group known as Kennel Comforters gathers the first weekend of every month to make cozy, handmade beds for shelter animals.
County Urges Pet Owners to Protect Pets During Extreme Heat
Jul. 8, 2025 | 1:13 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
With extreme heat expected across the region this week, County Animal Services is urging pet owners to take immediate steps to protect their animals.
Owner Identified in Dog Dragging Case – Charges to be Filed
Jul. 4, 2025 | 7:54 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
San Diego County Animal Services has identified the person responsible for the horrific July 2 incident in Spring Valley in which a dog was dragged behind a vehicle.
County Animal Services Seeks Public’s Help in Identifying Animal Abuse Suspect
Jul. 3, 2025 | 7:51 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
San Diego County Animal Services is asking for the public’s help in identifying the person responsible for a horrific act of animal cruelty in Spring Valley.
Meet Dr. Brieana Sarvis, the County’s New Chief Veterinarian
Jul. 3, 2025 | 10:18 AMReading Time: 3 minutes
Dr. Brieana Sarvis recently joined the County of San Diego as the new chief veterinarian for the Department of Animal Services. With more than a decade of experience in animal care and a deep passion for community outreach, she’s stepping into the role with a clear mission: expand access to veterinary services and help more animals thrive.