VALLEY ANIMAL CENTER

Every year, our Pennies for Pets campaign honors an animal that has left an indelible mark on our hearts. Last year, Scrappy (animal ID: 26241), a terrier mix with special needs, joined the Valley Animal Center’s family in November. Scrappy’s Story Born with neurological issues affecting his mobility, Scrappy faced the odds. Despite being overlooked by many adopters, he remained a sweet and attention-loving soul. Maritza Lopez, our Animal Care Operations Supervisor, explained, “When we…

Happy Birthday, Jake! Jake was a wonderful red Golden Retriever who was adored by all who met him, especially his mom, Tammy Shultz. He was actually quite famous among Tammy’s customers at Clovis Appliance. Jake quickly became a celebrity among the Old Town Clovis community. He even used his status to help gather supplies for our adoptables last year on his 9th birthday. People showed up in droves to help Jake and his furry friends.…

  It is heartbreaking to see an innocent pet in pain. Here at Valley Animal Center, we are fortunate enough to be able to provide care to a few animals with grave and life-threatening injuries. We raise donations all year, but on #GivingTuesday, we have the opportunity to share how your funds are making an impact on the lives of homeless dogs and cats. We thank you for supporting our efforts and encourage you to…

    A Positive Outlook Día de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday traditionally celebrated on November 1 and 2 that celebrates past loved ones. In recent years, it has also been celebrated in the United States by those who are familiar with the holiday and those who have embraced its concept. While the topic of death is often avoided, in the first week of November the memories of past loved ones are celebrated. For…

In the beginning of October, a Chihuahua mix puppy was found with burn scars covering most of her tiny little body. According to eyewitnesses, some of the neighborhood youth was seen singeing the abandoned puppy’s fur. When the poor pup began to catch fully on fire, the kids ran away. Fortunately, a neighbor was able to put out the flames with a hose. The puppy then escaped. On the following day, a good Samaritan found…

Kitten season occurs annually and during the warmer months. It can start as early as March and end as late as October. Our staff members, volunteers, and foster parents work hard to save the lives of innocent kittens, and with funds raised through our annual Pennies for Pets fundraiser held in March, we were able to raise funds that helped us lay the foundation for the impact we can have on the community this year.…

  We are excited to share that we have been awarded a $1,000 grant from Athletes for Animals, an organization that strives to connect athletes nationwide with a shared passion for animals. They help spread information about responsible pet ownership, raise funds, and provide grants to support animal welfare organizations. With this grant, we will be able to tackle one of our biggest problems surrounding our adoptables this past year: owner surrenders. Thanks to their…

This July, a puppy with a serious ear infection was surrendered to Valley Animal Center. We named her Maria, and her animal ID is 27049. This adorable poodle mix was only three months old at the time and was riddled with fleas. It was very clear to us that she was in need of treatment. Maria, now known as Sprinkles, was first assessed by our animal care operations supervisor and foster care coordinator, Maritza Lopez.…

Kitten season has impacted our faculty this summer. We currently have more than 35 kittens in need of furever homes and have tried to make room for them by allocating six separate rooms for them. On this National Kitten Day, we ask that you please consider helping us give kittens the care and love they deserve. Abandonment Dumped kittens are commonplace in this line of work and, unfortunately, happens way too often at Valley Animal…