Mission Viejo Animal Services Center

Sterling is a 1-year-old kitty with an interesting history.  Her left ear was partially removed, which serves as an indicator that she was spayed.  Someone along the way must have thought she was a wild kitty and took her to be spayed, ear notched and released back into the world on her own.

Gingham is an adorable 2-year-old short-haired rabbit with a crisp white coat and chubby cheeks.  During her stay at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, Gingham has proved she'll make an amazing pet.

She is large but docile in her mannerisms and curious of new surroundings.  She is house broken, has a healthy appetite and loves daily salad treats.  She enjoys being pet and sitting in laps but also displays an independent, free-spirited side when she's looking for space to stretch her legs and explore. 

Joe is a 4-year-old American Bully, a relatively new breed of dog most people are unfamiliar with. 

The breed was produced in the 1980s by mixing the pit bull terrier, Staffordshire terrier and "Olde English Bulldogge."  The resulting dog is a calmer, more adaptable breed, often acting as a laid-back companion dog in the home while showing a zest for life and energy while outside.

Noel is a sweet young kitty just under 2 years old with unique markings - a speckled nose and chin and encircled wrist - that make her one of a kind. She loves playing with toys, especially feathered ones"” and has been at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center since before the holidays.

Noel is ready for her forever home, which should be one with no other cats, since she loves people but doesn't particularly care for fellow felines.  She will go home vaccinated, spayed and microchipped for only $20. 

Sweet Bay was given up when one of her owners developed allergies to her and her sister Breeze.

Though Breeze has been adopted, Bay continues to wait for a new family to take her home. She is extremely playful and social with people as well as other cats, and at only a year old, this beautiful kitty has a lot of life and love to give to a family of any size.

Meet Shannon, a sweet and social 1-year-old pit bull. She is endlessly affectionate and gentle with her people and is extremely well mannered on walks.

The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is now accepting adoption applications for five adorable puppies. 

The puppies, which range in size from 2 to 5 pounds, will be small dogs as adults.  Because they are tiny, but also mouthy little terrier mixes, they won't go home with families who have children under the age of 8.  They also need someone who is home often, since they are babies and require lots of attention and training. 

Hop over to the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center this weekend and take home a rabbit for only $20.

As part of the "Hop Home for the Holidays" adoption promotion, the first five approved applicants will receive a "bunny starter gift set" - and all rabbits will go home spayed or neutered.

You have the opportunity to celebrate your feline or K9 while supporting a great cause through the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center’s “Holiday Tree of Memories.”

The tree is adorned with ornaments decorated by members of our community. Some were etched with tributes to pets adopted from the shelter, while others pay homage to those no longer with us.

The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is asking residents to remember the impact of cold weather on their pets, too.

When temperatures begin to drop below 45 degrees, your pet can become at risk for hypothermia. That’s why it’s essential to keep cats and dogs inside during the evening and early morning hours when temperatures are 45 degrees and below.