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SAN DIEGO — In recognition of National Wildlife Week, San Diego Humane Society’s Project Wildlife program is urging the community to take a simple but life-saving action: check for baby opossums when encountering a deceased opossum on the roadside. During baby season, many mother opossums who are killed by cars still have living joeys in their pouch, and a quick check by a community member could save their lives.

RAMONA, CA — Two black bear cubs from Monrovia are receiving specialized care at San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center, where they will be raised with the goal of giving them the best possible chance to return to the wild.

SAN DIEGO — San Diego Humane Society is recognizing Coyote Awareness Week by encouraging residents to learn more about the role coyotes play in the ecosystem and how communities can safely coexist with these wild neighbors. Established by Project Coyote, this week is perfectly timed to coincide with coyote mating and pupping season (March-May), when coyotes are more active in foraging for food and can be more visible to humans. To learn more about coexisting with wildlife and to download resources, visit sdhumane.org/coexist.

ESCONDIDO, CA — On Saturday, March 21, 2026, Kit Carson Park will transform into a sea of wagging tails and smiling faces for San Diego Humane Society’s 27th annual Walk for Animals – North County. This beloved tradition brings together thousands of pet lovers to raise critical funds for San Diego Humane Society’s lifesaving programs, including animal rescue, wildlife rehabilitation and essential community support.

Kitten season is around the corner, and San Diego Humane Society is preparing for another busy year of caring for vulnerable newborns. To ensure thousands of orphaned kittens receive a second…