During the month of December, Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) is reducing pet adoption fees at its Camarillo Animal Adoption Centers to encourage local residents to adopt stray animals at the holidays.
Through Dec. 31, dog and cat adoption fees have been lowered to $25 during the VCAS “Home for the Holidays” pet adoption event. The regular pet adoption fee is $125.
When adopted, all VCAS dogs and cats come with a certification of surgical sterilization, preliminary vaccinations, their first rabies vaccine, a Ventura County animal license, an implanted trovan microchip and a certificate for a free health exam at any participating Ventura County veterinarian’s office. In addition, dog adoptions include a free 6 week obedience class.
For people who want to help but are not in a position to adopt, VCAS suggests making a donation by clicking on the “Ways to Support VCAS” button on the agency’s new website, www.vcas.us. All funding collected goes toward the care and comfort of the hundreds of animals housed at VCAS Adoption Centers.
In addition to upgrading their website, VCAS is currently making many upgrades at their adoption facilities. In an effort to sooth and calm the animals, they recently installed a kennel-wide sound system. VCAS dogs, cats and potential adopters are currently enjoying the sounds of Christmas carols.
For more information, call 1-888-223-PETS (7387) or 805-388-4341 and to view photos of VCAS adoptable animals online, at http://www.vcas.us/adopt/search-our-animals
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
The public is invited to attend VCAS’ first volunteer orientation of 2015 on Saturday, January 10 at 10 a.m. at the Camarillo Animal Adoption Center, 600 Aviation Dr.
The public is invited to attend VCAS’ first volunteer orientation of 2015 on Saturday, January 10 at 10 a.m. at the Camarillo Animal Adoption Center, 600 Aviation Dr.
VCAS offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for ages 18+ including promoting animal adoptions, assisting with animal care at VCAS Adoption Centers, grooming, exercising and socializing animals, raising funds and fostering animals in their homes. In addition, there are specialized volunteer groups for people who prefer cats, dogs and/or rabbits.
All VCAS volunteers must attend mandatory training, commit to at least 2-3 hours of work per week for one year and be at least 18 years-old.
Those interested should CLICK HERE and fill out the online application and attend an orientation. After orientation has been completed, volunteers are paired with a volunteer mentor for additional hands- on training.
Those interested should CLICK HERE and fill out the online application and attend an orientation. After orientation has been completed, volunteers are paired with a volunteer mentor for additional hands- on training.
To find out more, contact VCAS Volunteer Coordinator, Yvonne Tello at: (805) 388-4345 or vcas@ventura.org.
