Puppy Thrown Against Wall Available for Adoption
Aug. 2, 2017 | 4:04 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
A 3-month-old Maltese puppy is recuperating at County Animal Services after he was thrown against the wall of a home, breaking his hind leg.
Animals
Rescued Puppy Had Snout Bound
Jul. 28, 2017 | 11:59 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
An abused 3-month-old terrier is now recovering at County Animal Services after being found abandoned late Wednesday night in Santee.
Pet of the Week – Gretel
Jul. 25, 2017 | 9:00 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
As fairy tales go, Hansel and Gretel had a happy ending. But in real life, our little bite-sized cat Gretel finds herself on her own.
Be a Superhero: Rescue an Animal in Need
Jul. 19, 2017 | 10:40 AMReading Time: 5 minutes
Looking for action and adventure? How about adopting a fur-ever sidekick from the San Diego County Department of Animal Services? In honor of Comic-Con this week, Animal Services has put the spotlight on a few dogs and cats with “comical” names. Get ready to geek out on these monikers.
July Fourth Runaway Dogs Remain Unclaimed
Jul. 18, 2017 | 10:18 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
Two weeks after Fourth of July fireworks, nearly two dozen dogs are still waiting for their owners to claim them from the County’s three animal shelters. Many of the dogs ended up there because they ran off in a panic at the first sound of the fireworks’ booms and whistles.
Pet of Week – Walter
Jul. 18, 2017 | 8:00 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
If you’re looking for a quiet and easygoing companion, Walter is your guy. He’s a 10-year-old neutered Chihuahua blend who is looking for a buddy too.
County to Hold Community Meetings on Animal Services
Jul. 17, 2017 | 3:11 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Residents in the unincorporated areas will get a chance to give their input on what animal services they’d like to see during three upcoming community meetings. The County is considering outsourcing the work done by the Department of Animal Services to another entity by next July. The meetings are being held to get residents’ feedback on […]