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22K and counting: San Diego Humane Society’s spay-neuter program
San Diego Humane Society completes cat rescue, 446 felines transported
May 7, 2026 ABC 10Hundreds of animals rescued from California sanctuary
May 6, 2026 Fox 11 Los AngelesJulian animal sanctuary rescue continues, investigation underway
May 6, 2026 KPBSHundreds of animals rescued from ‘appalling’ conditions at California sanctuary
May 5, 2026 The Guardian
Press Releases
May 4, 2026
San Diego Humane Society Provides Update on Large-Scale Animal Rescue in Julian
SAN DIEGO — San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) officials held a press conference today to provide critical updates on a large-scale rescue and investigation currently unfolding at the Villa Chardonnay property in Julian.
April 30, 2026
San Diego Humane Society Reduces Adoption Fees May 1-17 for “Empty the Shelters”
SAN DIEGO — Today, April 30, 2026, is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, the perfect opportunity to announce that San Diego Humane Society is reducing adoption fees for adult dogs and cats (7 months and older) to $50 from May 1 through 17, 2026. It’s all part of Bissell Pet Foundation’s national “Empty the Shelters” initiative.
April 29, 2026
Orphaned Coyote Pup from San Diego Finds New Home on East Coast
RAMONA, CA — An orphaned coyote pup rescued in San Diego County is settling into her new home at Maymont in Richmond, VA, where she will grow up with a friend in a natural habitat and help educate visitors about native wildlife.
April 15, 2026
San Diego Humane Society Extends Adoption Hours
SAN DIEGO — To address a significant increase in the number of animals awaiting homes, San Diego Humane Society is extending adoption hours starting April 17, 2026, and through Sept. 13, 2026. Adoption centers at the organization’s El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego campuses will now remain open until 6 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, to provide more opportunities to adopt.
April 13, 2026
Thousands of Paws to Hit the Pavement at San Diego Humane Society’s 32nd Annual Walk for Animals
SAN DIEGO — It is the most anticipated morning of the year for San Diego’s four-legged residents and the people who love them. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, San Diego Humane Society will host its 32nd annual Walk for Animals — San Diego, at NTC Park in Liberty Station. Thousands of supporters and their canine companions will unite to celebrate the human-animal bond and raise life-saving funds for animals in need.