mission viejo animal services

Butternut is a 5-year-old domestic shorthaired cat who is overflowing with personality. He is passionate about play time and loves being around people. Although, Butternut is not your typical cat – and acts more like a dog when displaying his playful demeanor.

When finished playing, he will sit on your lap and enjoy a good brushing. Because of his energetic playfulness, he’s better off in a home without young children.

Halloween is just around the corner and one special dog is in the spirit!  Denver, a 4-year-old pit bull terrier, is dressed up and hoping for a place to go this Halloween. 

He is well-mannered, confident and loves to be the center of attention—instantly becoming best buds with everyone he meets. Denver would do best with a family that is home often, loves to cuddle and is able to give him the exercise he needs.  

As an added incentive, Denver will go home to an approved applicant for only $20. 

Meet Max, an adorable 1-year-old American Staffordshire. Max has a sleek white coat, gentle eyes and will greet you with a zealous smile.  Max is high-spirited and enjoys playing fetch with tennis balls, doing laps in the yard and going for long walks. He is politely eager to meet other dogs and may do well with another furry companion.

Nacho is around 4 years old and is believed to be an Italian Greyhound mixed with a Chihuahua.

Affectionate, playful, sensitive and alert, his personality closely matches the Italian Greyhound. He has a cute under bite and tall slender build. With his long legs, he enjoys running around and playing with the small dogs at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center and looks forward to his daily walks with our volunteers. He can also be a snuggly lapdog and loves tummy rubs. 

Ralphy is a 5-year-old tan and black wire-haired terrier, who is a sweet and shy fellow seeking a caring home.  Although his background is unknown, it seems that he had very few positive interactions with people and the outside world, as he can be timid at first and is cautious when encountering new situations. 

The City of Mission Viejo Animal Services Center has some tips to make your 4th of July celebration happy for you and your pet.

Fireworks. Animals that are sensitive to loud noises can find the booms of the firework displays worrisome, triggering anxiety or even panic. Signs of anxiety may include: hiding or pacing in the home, panting, whining, barking, trembling, or excessive licking.

Kitten season is in full swing at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, 28095 Hillcrest.  

Five adorable, fun-loving kittens - two males and three females - all with short hair and personalities galore are available for adoption. 

The kittens have been raised in foster care, so they are extremely friendly and playful.  As a bonus, Dedicated Animal Welfare Group will pay for each kitten's adoption fees so the cost per kitty is $60 for approved applicants.

If you have ever wanted a German Shepherd, Sarah is the dog for you! This 3-year-old sweetheart is the perfect example of a Shepherd – self-assured, confident and fiercely loyal.  German Shepherds are moderately active dogs with a willingness to learn and eagerness to please.  German Shepherds are also extremely intelligent and obedient and tend to be protective of their family.   Sarah mirrors these traits. 

If you have a passion for pets and a penchant for giving back, consider volunteering at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center. That’s right, our shelter is seeking compassionate volunteers to help walk dogs and care for the cats and rabbits.

While volunteering at the center can be extremely rewarding, the job can also be physically demanding. The following is a brief description of what's required:

Volunteers must be at least 18 or older.

Submit an application and attend orientation and training sessions before volunteering.

Meet Ruby – the fun, energetic and loving dog you’ve been looking for!

Ruby is a 2-year-old brindle boxer mix who loves walks, chasing toys and lying down with people. She is perfect for an active family who will commit to helping her release her energy every day. She does well with other large dogs but would thrive in a home without small animals.  She could still use some leash training and will go home with a special training package.