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Sofia is a 15 year old gentle soul who is looking for a home to live out her golden years. She has the softest fur, is the sweetest and most affectionate kitty you’ll ever meet, and she loves to be petted. And if you pet the right spot on her…...

Clover is a 1 and a half year old brown and white tabby longhair with beautiful green eyes. Everyone who sees her says she’s gorgeous…and she knows it! She likes to play with string toys and absolutely loves treats! Clover could recognize the noise of a shaken bag of treats…...

Poor little Ginger arrived at the shelter after having a really bad day. She was hit by a car which broke her pelvis and tore a ligament in her knee. Sometimes rest can heal injuries in small dogs, but in this case the damage was too great. This sweet little…...

Moggie and Tabby are a bonded pair of 9 month old brothers looking for a new home after their previous family moved out of state. Moggie is a purry boy that loves nothing more than to snuggle in your lap. He’ll walk up and start purring even before you start…...

Check out Oona! She has everything you’d want in a furry friend.  She’s super loving, a huge fan of belly rubs, and is always sweet and gorgeous!  When she’s done rolling over on her back for a belly rub, she’ll romp around the yard and play. This 5-year-old very social…...

Some fun news about our former long term resident Mia who was adopted last month. Mia’s mom has a horse that is housed at a ranch.  Mia LOVES to visit the ranch, run around, and play with the other dogs that live there.  Recently Stitch, a 6 month old Great…...

By Jean Schanberger As 2019 rolls around you might be considering some New Year’s Resolutions to improve your health, wealth, relationships and overall life. Lots of common “people” resolutions readily apply to pets too! Try one or more of these goals on for size as we kick off the New…...

Click here to learn more about our Adult Foster Dog Program and how you can help! Cali is a one-year old female and Christen is her two-and-a-half-year-old big brother. These long-legged bonded Chihuahuas were getting stressed out in the shelter, so they moved in with a foster family to prove…...

This morning, for the 6th year in a row, a team of happy Volunteers and their friends and family are participating in the Burbank YMCA Turkey Trot event. 36 people, all representing The Volunteers of the Burbank Animal Shelter, will be hitting the streets to complete a 5 or 10k…...

By Jean Schanberger Whether this is your 1st, 5th or 15th holiday season with your pet, this special time of year brings some unique safety and comfort challenges for our four-legged friends. Use these tips and plan ahead to help your dogs and cats enjoy the holidays safely and happily!…...