Meet Fish Queen: Kitty City's Most Gracious Royal Is Ready for Her Forever Home All hail Fish Queen! If you're hoping to adopt a cat in Pleasanton, allow us to present the most welcoming ruler in...
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Adopted: Pounce-A-Lot and Cat Benatar
Two Sisters, Two Personalities, One Home Needed These bonded sisters at Valley Humane Society have very different personalities, but the same soft spot for each other. They are looking for one lucky...
A Dog Never Judges: How Valley Humane’s Paws to Read Program Supports Bay Area Kids
This blog was written by Kaushal Pethe, Valley Humane's Community Programs Senior Manager. September is National Literacy Month, which has me thinking about the significance of reading and how it...
Wine, Wags, and New Beginnings: October Happy Hour at Rubino Estates Winery
Grab a glass and meet your new best friend. Valley Humane Society is joining Rubino Estates Winery for their monthly Happy Hour on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30pm, and this month's...
Home Brew Trivia at McKay’s
Grab your team and get ready for a night of friendly competition at Home Brew Trivia, hosted by Quizzmasters Jeff and Nancy Lewis in the Beer Garden at McKay's. It's free to play and open to...
Home Brew Trivia at McKay’s
Grab your team and get ready for a night of friendly competition at Home Brew Trivia, hosted by Quizzmasters Jeff and Nancy Lewis in the Beer Garden at McKay's. It's free to play and open to...
New Volunteer Open House
Become a Volunteer with Valley Humane Society Want to become an animal care volunteer with Valley Humane Society? We are hosting our New Volunteer Open House on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. The...
Pet Adoptions at George
Come Meet Your Match: A Pet Adoption Event in San Ramon at George Sunday plans, sorted. On September 13, Valley Humane Society is bringing adoptable animals to George, the pet boutique at City...
Adopted! Shake ‘n Bake
Shake 'n Bake: The Wobbly Kitten Who Turns Every Room Into a Party Some cats tiptoe into your life. Shake 'n Bake wobbles in at full speed, trips over her own enthusiasm, and immediately decides you...
FULL: New Volunteer Orientation
This orientation is currently full. Please join us for the next one, on Tuesday, Oct 6th, from 5-6 pm. RSVP for the October session here. Become a Volunteer with Valley Humane Society Want to become...
Adopted! 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...
National Check the Chip Day
National Check the Chip Day: Give Your Pet Their Best Shot at Coming Home Every August 15, National Check the Chip Day reminds pet families of one small task that carries a big payoff: making sure...
New Volunteer Orientation
Become a Volunteer with Valley Humane Society Want to become an animal care volunteer with Valley Humane Society? We are hosting our New Volunteer Orientation on Wednesday, August 11, 2026. The...
New Volunteer Orientation
Become a Volunteer with Valley Humane Society Want to become an animal care volunteer with Valley Humane Society? We are hosting our New Volunteer Orientation on Wednesday, August 11, 2026. The...
Pet Adoptions at Richert Lumber Ace Hardware
Meet Your Match: Valley Humane Society Adoption Event at Richert Lumber Ace Hardware Valley Humane Society is bringing some of our adoptable friends to Richert Lumber Ace Hardware in Pleasanton, and...
Adopted: May, A Gorgeous Calico Cat at Valley Humane Society
Stop and smell the roses, because Valley Humane Society's May is in full bloom. This gorgeous young adult calico has all the elegance of a garden's loveliest leading lady, with a sprinkle of...
Adopted: Dallas “Dally” Winston
Stay Gold, Dally: The Last of the Outsiders Litter Is Looking for His Crew When a litter of pups arrived at Valley Humane Society this spring, the staff named them after the crew from S.E. Hinton's...
Adopted: Peanut Brittle
Meet Peanut Brittle: A Sweet Senior Ready for His Golden Days Some sweet things only get better with age, and Peanut Brittle is the proof. This gentle senior pup is an old-fashioned classic, the...
Paws in the Parking Lot: A Free Community Dog Treat Tasting & Adoption Event
Paws in the Parking Lot: A Free Community Dog Treat-Tasting & Adoption Event Mark your calendars and grab your leash! Danville's own Champ's Pet Kitchen is bringing the community together for a...
Adopted: Tim Drake
Meet Tim Drake: The Boy Wonder of Valley Humane Society Every great hero has an origin story, and Tim Drake's begins in Stockton. This 10-pound mixed breed pup was found as a stray and transferred...
Adopted: Jerry and Clover
Jerry & Clover: Kitty City's Current Dynamic Duo If Kitty City had a class clown, Jerry would be wearing the crown, and Clover would be his number one fan. This bonded pair of cats is looking...
Adopted: Doritos, a Bold and Snack-Sized Puppy at Valley Humane Society
Doritos is a 5-month-old mixed breed puppy bringing bold flavor to Valley Humane Society in Pleasanton. With a striking black and tan coat and a personality that blends sweet and spicy in all the...
Adopted: Bean, a Sweet, Small Adoptable Dog
Meet Bean: A Sweet Small Adoptable Dog at Valley Humane Society Every good Bean needs time to sprout, and this little legume is no exception. Bean is a 10-pound, white mixed breed with soft eyes, a...
Adopted: Po, A Big, Bold Adoptable Cat Looking for His Forever Home
Meet Po: A Big, Bold Adoptable Cat Looking for His Forever Home Named after Master Po Ping from Kung Fu Panda, Po lives up to his namesake in every way. He's a 15-pound, brown-and-white Domestic...
Tips for Change at Sidetrack Bar + Grill, Pleasanton
Join us for a very special night out at SideTrack Bar+Grill in Pleasanton! On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, the popular downtown restaurant will open from 5-8 pm especially for Valley Humane Society's...
LPC Run for Higher Education & Tri-Valley Nonprofits
Here's a fun way for you to support Valley Humane Society this spring. Join us on Saturday, April 25 at Las Positas College for the LPC Run for Higher Education & Tri-Valley Nonprofits. You can...
Adopted: Benito the Bonito Cat
Bonito Benito Is Waiting for You There is a cat at Valley Humane Society who has the aunties talking. His name is Benito. He is a young adult black cat with light green eyes that stop you...
Adopted: Sunny D the Dog
Meet Sunny D: The Sunshine-Filled Pup Ready to Brighten Your Home He's part cuddle bug, part adventure seeker — and his adoption fee is waived. Just like the drink that shares his name, Sunny D is...
Ready to Adopt?
If you've already perused our adoptable cat and dog listings, reviewed what to expect from the adoption process, and understand the applicable fees and requirements, let's get started! Here's a link to our online adoption application.