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SAN DIEGO — In celebration of World Turtle Day, San Diego Humane Society is hosting a special microchip clinic for turtles and tortoises on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at its San Diego Campus. The event aims to help keep these unique pets safe by providing permanent identification that can help reunite them with their families if they become lost

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.

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.

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.

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.