Every day, San Diego Humane Society is working to inspire compassion and create a better world for animals — but we can’t do it alone.

From staying at zero euthanasia of healthy or treatable shelter pets, to supporting pet families in need, to helping our community coexist peacefully with our wild neighbors, our mission is powered by people who care. People like you.

Whether you adopt, foster, volunteer or simply stay informed, you’re making San Diego a safer, more humane place for the animals and people who call it home.

GET INVOLVED

Protect Your Pet
One in three pets will go missing in their lifetime — protect yours today! Ensure they have a microchip, ID tag and collar, and an up-to-date license. Spaying or neutering your pet can also reduce their urge to stray from home (and keep them healthy). See more tips to protect your pet.

Adopt
Open your home to a pet in need and give them the second chance they deserve! Last year alone, we adopted out more than 20,000 pets — and your new best friend might just be waiting at our shelter! Check out our adoptable pets.

Foster
There’s love and TLC that only a home can provide! By fostering, you can give short-term (but life-changing!) care to pets who are too young to be adopted yet, are recovering from illness or who simply need a break from the shelter. Get started today.

Volunteer
Lend your time and talents to support animals and the people who love them. We can only do this work with our incredible volunteers, and we offer a wide range of opportunities to get involved. Apply to volunteer.

Coexist with Wildlife
From raccoons to raptors, San Diego is home to hundreds of species of wild neighbors. We offer resources to help you learn how to live in harmony and protect native species, as well as a Wildlife Help Hub that can guide you through what to do if you find injured or orphaned animals. Learn more.

Stay at Zero
San Diego is one of the largest cities in the country to achieve zero euthanasia of healthy or treatable shelter pets — and with your help, we intend to keep it that way. Find out more about what staying at zero means for our community.

Donate
Your gift will provide animals in need with the safe shelter, medical care and love they need to thrive. More than 40,000 pets and wildlife are counting on us this year! Donate today.