County of Los Angeles

It’s #petoftheweek time! Say hello to this happy, energetic, strong, and sweet pittie/boxer girl - Edith! #daccares #lancasterca #adopt #pitbullsofinstagram

If you are affected by the #northfire please know that our Castaic Animal Care Center is ready to help! Stay safe and take care! #daccares #evacuation #fire

Happy World Veterinary Day! DACC Celebrates our veterinary teams TODAY and every day. We are grateful for their contributions. They provide excellent medical care during the pandemic and always! Don’t forget to thank your local veterinarian today! #happyworldveterinaryday #worldvetday #daccares #nationalday #animalwelfare

Sometimes the unthinkable happens and no matter how secure your home, how mindful you are, and how awesome of a pet parent you are your furry companions get out and get lost. April 23rd is #nationallostpetawarenessday and the LA County Department of Animal Care & Control wants to make sure you know what to do, and what WE can do to help! All seven of our care centers have free 18"x24" Lost Pet Posters that are designed to be eye-catching backgrounds for your lost pet flier - ...grab a couple and put them in your neighborhood (remember, not everyone is on social media!). We have enhanced our website with robust action plans for lost & found animals, including digital lost pet flier templates for your use. And speaking of action, we've launched a team of volunteers called the Finders Seekers who will be keeping an eye on social media and our DACC website, providing information on possible connections when available. Does your pet need a microchip? Make an appointment to get one implanted at a vaccine/chip clinic (link in bio!) OR if you initiate or renew your pet license between now and June 30th, 2021 your pet gets a FREE microchip! Long story short, we want lost pets to be reunited with their families, and we're boosting our support. Help us launch our second round of reunion enhancements later this year and add your lost/found pet notification to PetHarbor (www.phshelter.com - link in bio!). #daccares #lostandfoundpets #lancasterca #nationallostdogawarenessday

We’ve also got Leia #A5404329 in the pet of the week spotlight! Is this good girl fetching her way to your wart? Email [email protected] for deets and a date! #daccares #adoptdontshop #rescuedogsofinstagram

Say hello to our pet of the week, Rufus! #A5403430 Isn’t he a hunk?! This dreamboat has been oh so patiently waiting for someone to fall in love with his tater-tot tail and cinnamon bun paws. Are you his new forever? Send an to [email protected] fire more info or to schedule an appointment to meet him! #daccares #adoptyourbestfriend #pitbullsofinstagram #dog #lancasterca #shelterdog #rescuedogsofinstagram

Have you heard?! DACC has announced a License Amnesty Program which forgives late fees for renewed or new licenses purchased between April 15th and June 30th, 2021. These fee waivers are open for residents of all unincorporated Los Angeles County areas and the participating cities of Agoura Hills, Azusa, Carson, Inglewood, Irwindale, La Habra Heights, Maywood, Palmdale, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, and Walnut. But that’s not all! We are also offering FREE microchipp...ing for all non-microchipped pets licensed during this time. All seven care centers are participating, services available by appointment! See press release for details: https://content.govdelivery.com//CALACO/bulletins/2cbdc7f #DACCARES #pressrelease #microchip #chipchiphooray #byappointment

Hot off the presses! "To provide opportunities for pet owners to economically renew their pet licenses, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is waiving late fees for renewed or new licenses purchased between April 15th and June 30th, 2021. These fee waivers are open for residents of all unincorporated Los Angeles County areas and the participating cities of Agoura Hills, Azusa, Carson, Inglewood, Irwindale, La Habra Heights, Maywood, Palmdale, ...Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, and Walnut. In addition to the late fee waiver, DACC is happy to offer a free microchip for all non-microchipped pets licensed during this time. Microchipping is highly encouraged because it greatly increases the likelihood that lost pets will be returned to their families. Microchipping is mandatory in all unincorporated County jurisdictions and many cities in Los Angeles County. The free microchip offer is redeemable by appointment at any of DACC’s seven animal care centers." To request your appointment send an email to [email protected] Chip, chip, hooray!

Are you one of those who added four paws to your family during the pandemic? Lots of families are in the same boat! According to survey done by Banfield Pet Hospital 1 in 3 people and nearly 1 in 2 Gen Zers say they got a new pet during the pandemic. As our county moves through the technicolor tiers the potential to return to an office setting (and consequently spending more time away from the home) becomes a reality we, and our furry friends, must face. Make smart steps now to help ease the separation anxiety you'll both be feeling. Work with your pet so you can continue to thrive together.

One of our foster puppies just became available for appointments! If you're interested in Kalua send an email to the care center (social media messages/comments do not count as submitting adoption interest). Click the link to be taken to our website and find the "inquiry to adopt" button. https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/view-our-animals/

Oh happy day! Bella Two and Rocky, who came into our care when their owner passed away, have waited ever so patiently for their next chapter. And today was the day! Thank you @rita_earl_blackwell for capturing the moment and @frostedfaces for taking these sweet seniors home. Happy tails, babies!! #daccares #frostedfaces #seniordogs #adoptionstory #alwaysloved

We're jumping for joy, it's #nationalpuppyday ! And all dogs are puppies, right? Right. . #DACCares #AllDogsArePuppies #LancasterCalifornia #LancasterAnimalCareCenter #GSD #TennisBall #AdoptAPuppy #AdoptADog

Our community never ceases to amaze us! . Meet Christine and her friend Aurora. These two fantastic people decided that during this time they really wanted to do something for our animals, and Christine especially wanted to ensure the cats weren't bored. . They brought us over 100 cat toys, handmade blankets, and more!... . Thank you Christine, Aurora, and the Antelope Valley for continuing to be supportive of your local Animal Care Center. . #DACCARES #donations #handmadeblanket #happycatclub #antelopevalley #losangeles #dogood See more

Chip, Chip, Hooray! Never give up hope! Earlier this month Animal Control Officer Briana Aguilar was called to a junk yard where an akita was wandering, lost. When ACO Aguilar was able to secure the dog he was a little...shall we say...spicy. He wasn't in a friendly mood but ACO Aguilar patiently worked with him and safely scanned the dog, locating a microchip which traced to an owner. Unable to reach the owner via phone, ACO Aguilar mailed a letter advising of the dog’s i...mpoundment to the last known address. We soon learned that dog's name is Koji and that he was missing for NEARLY TWO YEARS! The owner lives over an hour away and immediately hopped on the 14 freeway to get his beloved Koji back home. It was amazing to see "spicy" Koji melt into "mild" Koji for as soon as he saw his long lost human he was a calm and happy guy. Also, it seems no grudges are being held, as Koji even gave kisses to the staff as he headed home. Remember our recent reminder to #checkthechip ? Make it happen! Call the chip company - log on to their website - do what it takes to make sure your pets' chips are current. Don't have your pets chipped yet? We offer low cost vaccine and microchip clinics regularly! Happy tails, Koji! It's been our pleasure to help you find your way back home. unty

You know what time it is? STRAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME! In a few days we get to "spring forward"and we remind you to use this opportunity to CHECK THE CHIP! While we LOVE to find a microchip in a stray pet we are so very disappointed when we learn that the chip is registered to disconnected numbers, have out of date ownership info, or were never even registered at all! ... If you don't know your pet's microchip number it is easy to have your pet scanned at a veterinary office and even some pet stores, then give your microchip company a call! Make sure the chip reflects your current contact info. #DACCARES #checkthechip #microchipyourpets #straylightsavings See more

You know what makes our dogs #happydogs ? Of course their #1 happy is when they find their forever families but their second happiest thing is to PLAY WITH NEW TOYS! We just updated our Amazon Wishlist (link in bio) with a whole bunch of items that would make our animals, staff, and volunteers absolutely gleeful to receive. Things like tennis balls, which you see these two beautiful puppers happily hopping around our Central Bark play yard with! Want to treat a dog? K...irkland cookies are on the list! Have an interest in animal enrichment? We've got KONG toys, filling, and accessories on there. Passionate about kittens? So are we and our fosters added a few items to the wish list too. THANK YOU for your support, however you give it! #DACCARES #amazonwishlist #tennisballs #happydogs #playfuldog #centralbark #pitbullsofinstagram #germanshepherd #adoptyourbestfriend See more

Our October cat adoption promo is going on right MEOW so we're showing off a foster kitten that's ready to find his furever family! Meet King Leonides! His foster describes him as very affectionate, playful, and loves to be held. Gets along well with other cats and dogs. He's about 7 weeks old right now. ... Is he your PURRfect match? Send an email to [email protected] to request an appointment to meet/adopt King Leo (Animal ID# A5384512) or click the Inquiry To Adopt button on his page. https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/view-our-animals/

If you’ve been thinking about adopting a feline friend, meow’s the time! All cat adoption fees will be waived for the entire month of October! Be sure to go to our website to learn how you can schedule an appointment to meet the love of your life!

PUPDATE! Check out a super cute pupdate we got on this sweetheart, Moonlight! Moonlight was adopted just a little while ago and she is already getting all the love in the world! And it looks like she may have even found the shoe closet in the house, too We were so happy to see this family completed and full of love! Thank you to the adopters for giving Moonlight the life she’s always dreamt of! We love you, pretty girl! #lancasteranimalcarecenter #adopt #adoptdontshop #adopting #adoptlove #adopted #dog #cute #love #sweet #puppy #rescued #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #paw #paws #dogs #adoption #adoptingsaveslives #animaladvocate

We're making it easier for you to know the availability status of animals in our care! Status updates are live on our website and will help you find out designations such as: Available - available for adoption, CTAs, IPs Stray Wait - on stray hold Adoption Pending - has a full CTA and 3 IP list (but may still be on stray hold)... Rescue Only - only available to Adoption Partners Send an email if you'd like to meet an animal or place your name as a Commitment To Adopt (CTA) or Interested Party (IP) to [email protected]

Don't forget that cat adoption fees are waived this month (just pay license and Trust Deposit it applicable)! Check out our current fine felines at this link: https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/view-our-animals/ See someone that catches your eye? Send an email to [email protected] to request an appointment/meet & greet. Be patient as we often have hundreds of emails waiting for us each day!

Check out these two super cute kittens - OBIE and MR. MAGOO - that have been spoiled with love and affection by their foster mama. They're about 10 weeks old and it is time for them to find their FURever homes! They're currently hanging out in one of our care center's cattery suites where they'll be loved on by staff and enriched by volunteers (did you know vols use bubble machines to provide visual stimulation and shower curtain rings for the cats to paw around?). Interested in meeting/adopting? Send an email to [email protected] to request an appointment. And please be patient - our inbox overflows and it may take a few days to get a reply.

ATTENTION Our feline friends will have WAIVED adoption fees throughout the month of September! This includes spay/neuter, microchip, and updated vaccines. The only fees are licensing and a trust deposit if the kitty is too young to be fixed! AMAZING! And even better, we have LOTS of foster kittens who are just about to be up for adoption Stay Tuned! #lancasteranimalcarecenter #adopt #adoptdontshop #adopting #adoptingsaveslives #foster #cat #cats #kitten #kittens #catlovers #rescue #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #cute #love #sweet #adoptme #savealife #paw #paws

What are you searching for? Is it for a friend, companion, or maybe a couch buddy? Perhaps you've been seeking a way to help our animals while you're home. Follow our new foster-focused Instagram account @fosteranimalslaco for info, updates, adoptable pets, and stories about animals in our foster programs.

OMG A while back, this cutie, Pokie, came into the care center! He was scared and nervous around our staff but luckily he was quickly reunited with his family! As soon as he saw them, he perked up and got super excited how sweet is that?! Happy life, Pokie! We love you! #lancasteranimalcarecenter #dog #cute #love #sweet #amazing #pomeranian #pom #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptingsaveslives #microchip #rescue #reunited #family #adopting #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #paw #paws

The fourth is almost here and we know how scary the fireworks can be for the animals in our community. Most importantly, please UPDATE MICROCHIP INFORMATION or have a COLLAR on them with a CURRENT PHONE NUMBER attached to it in case they get lostFor information on how to keep your pets safe and take the proper precautions for them, click the link below! https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/

And you thought only cats & dogs have been getting adopted! Check out this super cute tortoise who found his forever the other day! His new family has other tortoises at home so he will surely be living the dream! Happy shells, little guy! We love you! #lancasteranimalcarecenter #adopt #adoptdontshop #adopting #adoptingsaveslives #tortoise #turtle #tortoises #rescue #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #cute #love #sweet #paw #paws #turtlelove

GET YOUR TISSUES READY Little Bella here went missing from her family 5 years ago. When she came into the care center, we scanned her for a microchip and we were able to contact her original owner! Thanks to the power of microchipping, this family is BACK TOGETHER again full of love and happiness after 5 years! This just goes to show how important and useful microchipping your pets can be! And to top it all off, when you adopt from us, your new pet always comes microchipped for you! Happy life, Bella! We love you! #lancasteranimalcarecenter #dog #cute #love #sweet #amazing #chihuahua #chihuahuas #chi #chis #adoptdontshop #adopt #adoptlove #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #rescue #microchip #daccares #paw #paws

Well-meaning people with the best of intentions may think they immediately need to pick up and rescue small kittens found in their communities. The thing is, where there are small kittens, there is likely a mama cat nearby doing some "shopping" (you know, eating, so she can come back and feed her babies). Should you find kittens please leave them in place and wait for a few hours to see if mom comes back. Immediately intervene only if the kittens appear sick, injured, or are ...in immediate danger i.e. near a roadway or left out in the hot summer sun. Long story short: The best place for a kitten to be is in the care of their mama. Check out our website or Kitten Lady’s site for more information and helpful videos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKaGdy5-rPs http://www.kittenlady.org/webinar

Kitten season is here! Check out DACC’s new video to learn what to do if you find a kitten- (s). Please share! #daccares #kittenseason #letscatsbe #like #share #repost