Animal shelters provide a safe temporary home for stray, lost, and surrendered animals while connecting them with adoptive families or reuniting them with their owners. There are 12 Animal Shelters locations in San Diego, California.
Residents of San Diego can visit their local shelter to adopt a pet, report a stray animal, or surrender an animal in need. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting, and check the shelter's website or call ahead to confirm adoption hours and current animal availability before making the trip.
List of San Diego City, California Animal Shelters
Almanor Humane Society
Central Animal Shelter
Association Of Avian Rescue Organizations
San Diego German Shepherd Rescue
San Diego Humane Society And Spca
Animal Protection And Rescue League
San Diego County Animal Services Department
Baja Animal Sanctuary
Chihuahua Rescue Of San Diego
Friends Of Humane Society De Tijuana
Jolene's Horse Rescue
Friends Of Animals
Animal Shelters near San Diego
Residents of San Diego can support their local animal shelter beyond adoption by volunteering as dog walkers or cat socializers, fostering animals temporarily, or donating items from the shelter's online wish list. Check the shelter's social media pages for urgent appeals and animals that have been waiting longest for a home.
You may also find Animal Shelters locations in nearby cities including Bonita, Chula Vista, La Mesa.