Additional Resources for Families in Need
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As a trusted, local animal welfare organization, we've compiled tips, tricks and resources to help you take the very best care of your pet. For more training tips, wellness information and medical care resources, please visit our Resource Center.
The businesses listed on this webpage were gathered as a courtesy for the community and are not endorsed or guaranteed by San Diego Humane Society.
Resources to Support Specific Populations
Pet-related resources for people experiencing homelessness and domestic violence.
- Domestic Violence Support
- Support for victims of domestic violence.
- Homeless Support Guide
- We recognize and appreciate the unique bond shared by pet families experiencing homelessness, and work in partnership with human service organizations to support these vulnerable members of our community.
Animals in Supportive Roles
- Service Animal Resources
- Information about the different types of assistance animals and reasonable accommodations, trained service dog resources.
- Service Dogs and Animals in Supportive Roles
- Dogs have played many roles in humans’ lives over the past century. From fearless protector to professional snuggler and everything in between, dogs fill our hearts and homes with a special kind of companionship only they can provide. In recent decades, dogs have also taken on a few new roles in our communities — as supportive working dogs.
Contact Information
Resource Center
619-299-7012
Contact Us Online
Online Resource Center
Report an Animal Emergency
For human-related emergencies — please call 911.
If you live in San Diego Humane Society's jurisdiction*, report an animal-related emergency by calling 619-299-7012 (press 1).
For animal-related emergencies in the following locations, please contact the corresponding animal control provider:
- Chula Vista and Lemon Grove residents should contact Chula Vista Animal Care and Control at 619-476-2476.
- Coronado residents should contact the Coronado Police Department at 619-522-7350.
- National City residents should contact the National City Police Department at 619-336-4411.
- Residents of unincorporated areas of San Diego County should contact the County of San Diego Department of Animal Services at 619-236-2341.
- For assistance with aquatic mammals, contact SeaWorld Rescue at 1-800-541-7325
*To determine the animal service provider that covers your area — View Jurisdictions by ZIP code.
Adoptions
Adoptions are completed in person on a first-come, first-served basis. Once you have found an animal you’re interested in, please visit the appropriate campus during adoption hours to speak with an adoption counselor. Please review our Adoption Process or call 619-299-7012 if you have questions.
Barking Dog and Animal Noise Complaints
Behavior & Training
Questions About Public Classes?
619-279-5961
Public Behavior & Training Services and Class Info
Training Articles
Community Engagement
San Diego Humane Society offers a variety of virtual and in person programs for adults and children.
Adult programs: 619-299-7012, ext. 2292
Youth Education (on-site): 619-299-7012, ext. 3001
Youth Outreach (in the community): 619-299-7012, ext. 2256
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Community Pet Pantry
Pet families who need extra help can visit our campus locations, Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., to pick up a bag of dog or cat food as well as other supplies as available. No appointment is needed for this service.
619-299-7012
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Donations / Fundraising
619-243-3434
Email
Emergency Response Team (ERT)
24-hour emergency hotline: 619-299-7012, press 1
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Give Up / Relinquish a Pet
If you need to give up a pet, please read about our rehoming and relinquishment options.
You can call 619-299-7012 or email communitysupport@sdhumane.org for further assistance.
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Guest Relations
619-299-7012
Humane Euthanasia Services
619-299-7012
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Humane Law Enforcement*
Report Dog Bites
Report Barking Dogs
Report Animal Cruelty
For emergencies, including animals left in hot cars, call 619-299-7012 and press 1.
*We can only respond to calls within our jurisdiction.
Licensing
619-299-7012
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Marketing & Communications
Pet Training Assistance Fund
Pet owners who apply for assistance and demonstrate need may receive partial or full assistance to cover the expenses of training provided by San Diego Humane Society. More Info
Project Wildlife
Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation
619-299-7012
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Report Animal Cruelty/Neglect
619-299-7012, press 1 or submit report online.
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Vehicle Donations
877-540-PETS (7387)
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Other Useful Contacts
Poison Control
24-hour helpline
1-800-222-1222
calpoison.org