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Rare Snowy Plover Returns to the Wild Following Collaborative Rescue and Rehabilitation Effort
Cat Attacked by Coyote Graduates from Rabies Quarantine
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Five New Animal Welfare Laws Sponsored by San Diego Humane Society Take Effect Jan. 1, 2026
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CBS 8's Jeff Zevely Visits San Diego Humane Society's Bahde Center for Shelter Medicine
California cat lands on his feet — as he poses in cap and gown after recovery from coyote attack
January 30, 2026 New York PostKyle the cat attends swag-filled grad party after recovering from coyote attack
January 29, 2026 Victorville Daily PressShelter holds special ‘graduation ceremony’ for adorable orange stray cat who survived coyote attack
January 28, 2026 Daily Mail UKHumane Society holds special graduation for cat who survived coyote attack
January 28, 2026 Fox 5Pet licensing service DocuPet donates $72,298 to San Diego Humane Society
January 26, 2026 ABC 10
Press Releases
February 5, 2026
Rare Snowy Plover Returns to the Wild Following Collaborative Rescue and Rehabilitation Effort
SAN DIEGO, CA — A Western Snowy Plover, a species of special concern in San Diego County, has returned to the wild following a successful rehabilitation at San Diego Humane Society’s Pilar & Chuck Bahde Wildlife Center. The bird’s journey is a testament to the power of local conservation partnerships, involving SeaWorld San Diego and the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA).
February 3, 2026
Help Stock San Diego Humane Society’s Nurseries for Wildlife Baby Season!
SAN DIEGO — With wildlife baby season getting underway, San Diego Humane Society is calling on
the community to help stock its nurseries during its 16th annual virtual Wildlife Baby Shower.
Supporters can send supplies for orphaned and injured wild animals by shopping online at
sdhumane.org/babyshower.January 28, 2026
Cat Attacked by Coyote Graduates from Rabies Quarantine
ESCONDIDO, CA — Staff at San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus celebrated Kyle, an orange tabby cat who survived a coyote attack, with a graduation party today. Kyle has successfully completed his six-month rabies quarantine and is now cleared for adoption.
January 26, 2026
SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY RECEIVES $72,298.57 DONATION FROM DOCUPET
AN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2026) — San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) has announced a donation of $72,298.57 from their official pet licensing partner, DocuPet. A leading pet profile, lost pet, and licensing solution, DocuPet helps residents license pets quickly and easily online, increasing pet identification and reunification while supporting local animal welfare.
January 5, 2026
Dog Training Tips for National Train Your Dog Month
SAN DIEGO — Left unaddressed, behavior challenges can become the reason dog owners make the difficult decision to surrender their pet to the shelter. January is National Train Your Dog Month, and San Diego Humane Society is here to help pet families and their dogs thrive. Whether you’re teaching basic commands or addressing challenging behaviors, dog training is key to building a more harmonious home.