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Animal Services

Coyote breeding season runs from January to March, and pups are born March through May, just in time for spring when food is more abundant. Litter sizes vary due to population density and abundance of resources in a particular area but are generally between four to seven pups.  In these months, coyotes seek to establish or defend their territory from encroaching coyotes searching for food and optimal places to den. During breeding season, coyotes are more active, so there is a greater chance you will have some sort of interaction with them.

Mission Viejo Animal Services is teaming up with PetHub to offer furry four-legged family members a next-generation pet license ID tag. All new dogs and cats that are licensed with Mission Viejo Animal Services will receive a smart digital license tag. A QR code on the tag with a pet license number links to an optional online pet profile with free 24/7 access to the lost/found pet call center.

Nine-year-old Graycie is currently the longest cat resident at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center. Unfortunately, this sweet cat has been at center since November 13 with little adoption interest.  

Neo is an extremely sweet and unique 3-year-old boxer in need of a forever home. 

He was relinquished to the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center by his former owner who loved the dog dearly but could no longer afford to care for him.  

A fact that makes Neo different from a typical boxer is his different colored eyes. Known as heterochromia, the trait results from a lack of pigmentation in one eye causing it to appear blue. Despite some misconceptions about the trait, Neo has perfect vision and hearing.  

Three Caltrans employees while working on the I-5 freeway spotted an orange ball of fur by the wall in the middle of the road. Suspecting it was a deceased animal, they were surprised to discover the cat was alive. 

Meet our sweet senior chihuahua Macaroni. This 9-year-old dog may have a frosted face, but she is still full of life and love.  Macaroni was adopted from Mission Viejo Animal Services in September of 2022 and was recently returned to us due to the health problems of the owner.  

Here are some reasons why you should consider adopting an older dog like Macaroni.    

Animal Control Officer Nick Ross reveals a distressing incident involving the cruel reality of glue traps. Officer Ross was dispatched to a residence to rescue a bird trapped in a glue trap meant for rats. He encountered a white-crowned sparrow covered in glue, its body and eyes adorned with various items. Unlike traditional snap traps, glue traps subject animals to a slow and agonizing death, trapping them for days until they succumb to starvation, dehydration, suffocation, or exhaustion.

In the heart of Ranch Santa Margarita (RSM), a delightful and heartwarming event unfolded - a Holiday Pop-Up Pet Adoption Extravaganza. This festive gathering, held in a cheery holiday setting, showcased a diverse array of adoptable companions including dogs, cats, and even smaller furry friends.

Mission Viejo Animal Services and the City of Mission Viejo Recreation & Community Services recently collaborated at the Senior Grocery Food Pantry, offering free pet food to local seniors who may need it. Numerous seniors took advantage of the opportunity to acquire food for their cherished pets. Studies indicate that owning pets can offer crucial social and emotional support to older adults by alleviating distress, reducing loneliness, and enhancing overall quality of life.

As we eagerly approach the New Year, here are a few recommendations to guide you on creating a joyous and safe celebration for you and your pets with some essential safety tips.

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