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Kitten with Maggots, At-Risk for Amputation
Weedle’s Rescue We received a call from Kerman animal control about a kitten, later named Weedle, who had maggots crawling all over his paws. When our team went to rescue…
Read More4 Benefits to Pet Vaccines
Should you vaccinate your pets? August is National Pet Immunization Awareness Month so here is our fur-iendly reminder to make sure your pets are up-to-date on their vaccines. Vaccinations are…
Read MoreReturned Twice, German Shepherd Puppy Seeks Furever Home
Update: We are happy to announce that Pam has found her furever home! Meet Pam: Puppy Pam (animal ID: 25106) is an 8 month old German Shepherd mix with lots…
Read MoreDry cat food donated to feral cat sanctuary
On Wednesday, our admin assistant, Jennie, and front desk volunteer, Robin, shared a very special moment. “What a day,” Robin said at the 12 o’clock hour. “Too bad I didn’t…
Read MoreImproving the welfare of our shelter dogs and cats
Staff Learns Ways to Better Serve Shelter Dogs and Cats Several of our staff members attended the virtual “Behavior, Training, Enrichment Bootcamp for Shelters,” hosted through UC Davis Koret Shelter…
Read MoreAre your pets drinking enough water?
Pet Hydration Do you know how much water your pet drinks? On average, your dog should drink a half to one ounce of water per body pound of body weight.…
Read MoreFurever Homes Needed!
Many shelters and rescues are finding themselves at max capacity. At Valley Animal Center, we are able to pull at-risk animals from local animal control agencies when we have the…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Your Pets From Getting Lost
Lost and Found Pets – Do you know what to do? Losing a pet is a heartbreaking experience. Are you aware of the steps you can take to help reunite…
Read MoreCrusty No More!
After receiving a text asking for help from Kerman animal control for a kitten with eyes crusted shut, Animal Care Operations Supervisor Maritza Lopez said yes to the rescue pull.…
Read MoreHairless Chispita Rescued
Meet Chispita, roughly 6 months old, female Chihuahua. Chispita suffered from Demodectic Mange. When we rescued her, her chest and belly were practically furless. Luckily, after her baths and…
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