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Meet Pogo: The Bouncy, Cuddly Little Dog Ready to Spring Into Your Life
Some dogs walk into your heart. Pogo bounces. This 20-pound bundle of spring-loaded joy is a young adult mixed-breed dog who came to Valley Humane Society in June from our friends at Tri City Animal Shelter. Ever since, he has been showing off...
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Lucy Named 2026 Livermore Ambassadog
Lucy Named 2026 Livermore Ambassadog by LARPD and Valley Humane Society Livermore, CA — Livermore...
Seamus Makes Friends During Pet-Assisted Therapy Visit
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Living with FIV and FeLV: Understanding Viral Infections in Cats
Author: Carol Campbell, DVM Medical Director, Valley Humane Society When a cat is diagnosed with...
Advocating for Animals
Advocating for Animals By: Christian Trujano/Pleasanton Weekly ...
Adopt a Cat
They’re cute, they’re cuddly…they couldn’t care less what we think! Life with a feline friend can be entertaining, exciting, and ever so rewarding. Cats are playful and particular, purring powerhouses of love and affection, whether classically mysterious and sphinx-like or goofy as a puppy. Find yourself a feline friend today!
Adopt a Dog
Man’s best friend. They’ve been there for us practically since time began, at our side, in our homes…counting on us to accept (and return) the love and affection they consistently offer. Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, each one able to wag, wriggle, or worm their way into our hearts. Discover a dog that delights you today!
Volunteer
Volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization, helping us rescue more animals and reach more people than we ever could alone! Put your talents to work in our community and make a difference, make new friends, and help make it all possible!
Donate
Valley Humane Society’s community-focused rescue, resource, and education programs are made available through the generosity of individuals. Lend your support today and help create a world in which every animal is loved and every person knows the love of an animal!
3 Stories of Healing and Hope
Meet Pickles, Martini, and Turanga Leela Some of our favorite adoption stories begin with animals who arrived at Valley Humane needing more than just routine veterinary care. Thanks to our donor-supported Medical Assistance Fund, we’re able to...
Meet Pogo: The Bouncy, Cuddly Little Dog Ready to Spring Into Your Life
Some dogs walk into your heart. Pogo bounces. Meet the springy, snuggly little dog ready to boing his way into your family.
What Is the Medical Assistance Fund?
Valley Humane’s Medical Assistance Fund allows more animals in our community to get the veterinary care they need, whether it’s a shelter animal with a complex illness or a family who needs help accessing preventive care for their pet.
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About Us
Valley Humane Society has worked to create a brighter future for cats and dogs in the Tri-Valley since 1987, encouraging and strengthening the bond between pets and people. As a 501(c)(3) we’re funded by the generosity of private donors, not government dollars or national humane organizations.
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