Adoption Promotions
Big Dog Summer
From sky-high scoops of ice cream to oversized sunglasses, everything is bigger in summer… including the dogs! From July 11 to July 25, we’re celebrating Big Dog Summer by waiving adoption fees on all dogs 40 lbs. and up, sponsored by Pet Care Foundation. Whether your summer plans involve (big) trips to the beach or (big) naps in front of the air conditioner, we’ve got the (big) best friend for you!
Adoptions include spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccines, and a microchip. Regular adoption process applies. Licensing fee may apply.
Seniors for Seniors
Our Seniors for Seniors program enables people age 60 and up to adopt pets age 5 and up free of charge, thanks to the generous support of the Pets for the Elderly Foundation.
Of course, most pets at age 5 (like most humans at age 60!) are hardly over the hill; on the contrary, they’re just hitting their stride, and the Seniors for Seniors program—besides offering financial assistance to our more experienced adopters—gives an extra boost to the terrific middle-aged cats and dogs, who are sometimes overlooked by shelter visitors.
Pets for Vets
We offer fee-waived adoptions and vaccines for all active duty and retired military personnel. Adopters must show military ID at time of adoption to qualify. Pets for Vets benefit is not transferrable to other parties. Adopter with military ID must be the person finalizing adoption paperwork and signing adoption agreement. Some restrictions may apply.
Featured Events
Birding and Naturalist Led Walking Meditation
Join us for a nature walk! Led by Pasadena Humane wildlife staff (Certified California Naturalists), participants are invited to walk the JPL/Devil’s Gate Dam loop while learning to identify native plants and local birds. Embrace a slow and mindful pace to practice following your breath and being present in your body as you connect with the other living things on the trail. Our upcoming nature walks are on Friday, July 12 and Friday, August 9 from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Click here to sign up for an upcoming nature walk.
Doglegs, Birdies & Eagles Golf Tournament & Dinner
Tee off for a great cause at the picturesque Oakmont Country Club on Monday, July 1, 2024, for Pasadena Humane’s 25th Annual Doglegs, Birdies & Eagles Golf Tournament. Play 18 holes of golf surrounded by the stunning San Gabriel Mountains while supporting our mission to give a second chance to lost, injured, and abandoned animals.
Your registration includes an on-course lunch, exciting contests, and a delightful cocktail party and dinner.
View our full event calendar.
Tours
Pasadena Humane is more than a shelter; we are a resource for all animals in the community. Join us for a guided tour to learn more about how we help animals in need. During this hour-long tour, you’ll hear about our history, programs, and services while viewing adorable dogs, cats and critters looking for new homes. The tour will start at the Animal Resource Center. We’ll then travel through the Neely Cat Center and dog kennels learning more about the animals in our care. The tour will end at the Shelter Shop.
Tours are appropriate for all ages and limited to 15 guests.
Tours will be held on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Please sign up here.
Community
Mobile Waggin’ Adoptions
The Wiggle Waggle Wagon (The Waggin’) is our 35-foot shelter on wheels that brings adoptable pets, services and information about Pasadena Humane to the community. The Waggin also serves as a satellite emergency command post in the field.
The Wiggle Waggle Wagon is made possible by generous donations from the Flora L. Thornton Foundation, Wells Fargo Foundation, Petco Foundation and the Donald Slavik Family Foundation.
We are currently booked through mid-June. Requests must be made 10-12 weeks in advance.
Please fill out this form to ask about a stop at your business or organization.
Presentations
Age-appropriate presentations are available to schools, scouts, and other community groups. Presentations can be held at any facility within our animal control service areas of Altadena, Arcadia, Bradbury, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, La Crescenta-Montrose, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena. We cannot provide presentations in residential homes. You can choose from a general presentation or a wildlife presentation. Each presentation is approximately 30 – 45 minutes in length. Click here to request a presentation.
Tabling Events
The Pasadena Humane outreach team regularly attend fairs, festivals and conventions to bring information about our programs and services out to the community. Inquire about booking us for your next event.
Upcoming Community Events
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