My name is Shakira. I am a spayed female, black and tan German Shepherd Dog and Alaskan Husky. The shelter staff think I am about 2 years old. Folks at the shelter say I’m a real smarty pants. I know sit, shake, and spin! With a few treats I’ll bet…...

The VBAS is pleased to announce Auction for Animals 2023! Psssst….they’re hosting an auction. Thanks to the generosity of many local businesses and friends of the shelter, we are hosting our fourth virtual online auction to raise funds for the animals at the Burbank Animal Shelter! The online auction will…...

The Burbank Animal Shelter is *very* full of dogs right now.  We only have so much space.  We need more dog fosters. Even if you can only foster for a few weeks, it will help. We will match you with a dog that fits your lifestyle, and we will cover…...

Maverick is about a year old and staff here say that he is a very fast learner–he has taken quickly to loose-leash walking and seems to already know ‘sit.’ Although he loves people, he cannot live with other small animals (cats, guinea pigs, etc.). Like many huskies, Maverick can be…...

This is Smee the Cat! But what exactly *is* a Smee cat? Smee is a goofy cat with slightly crossed eyes that makes him look even goofier! Smee is a lap cat. He *loves* laps! Sit down next to him and he’ll flop into your lap and roll around asking…...

Introducing Trever, a spirited Siberian Husky with a story to tell!  As a typical Husky, Trever is known for his vocal nature and penchant for howling and “talking” to express himself. This handsome Husky possesses a cat-like demeanor, initially appearing stand-offish and cautious around new people. But with a little…...

Sassy and Spooky are an *amazing* pair of bonded kittens. This brother/sister duo is *super* friendly, totally chill and incredibly laid back. Pick em up, hold them like a baby, put them over your shoulder, lay them in your lap, it’s all good! They love the attention and love being…...

Chuck is a super smart high energy boy! He has the brains and energy of a Belgian Malinois but the eyes of the husky. Both of these breeds are extremely intelligent and need lots of exercise and a job to do to keep them satisfied with being a family pet.…...

Liberty is a very sweet and floofy girl who came to us as a stray. Approach her kennel and she gets up to greet you. This little girl loves attention. Chin and cheek pets might be her favorite thing. She also loves rolling around in catnip and playing with larger…...

Here is what our kennel attendants have to say about Millie: “Millie is an awesome pup for the right household. She is a little ball of energy and is very loving. I have been working with Millie and she is already awesome at sit. She is not super food motivated…...