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New Shelter Hours

Starting Monday, November 1st, we will be altering our shelter hours to be open from 10am to 4pm Monday-Saturday at the Western Riverside and Coachella Valley locations. Blythe will remain open by appointment.

The services people can walk-in for during these hours include: adoptions, stray intake, and owner returns. Appointments still need to be made for owner relinquishment of pets, vaccinations, and spay/neuter.

Hours Changed for Jurupa Valley Shelter

Adopt

Adopt

Pets featured on our web page are available for adoption on a first come first served basis.

Lost & Found

Have you lost your best friend? He's looking for you. Check here to view lost pets in our shelter.

Licensing

RCDAS offers three options to purchase or renew your pet license.

Microchipping

If your pet was microchipped through the RCDAS, your pet has an AVID microchip.

Spay & Neuter

Spaying and neutering are vitally important in helping reduce pet overpopulation.

Vaccinations

Your dog will need a series of vaccinations for protection from often fatal diseases.

Shelters

Area Shelters

Need shelter info outside of our coverage area but you aren't sure where to go? Go here.

Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers to join our Cat Care Team. Help us build our volunteer base.

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Your donation will positively improve the welfare of all of our shelter animals.

News Releases

Cockfighting Bust in Jurupa Valley

Sunday, August 07, 2022 454

Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies and Animal Services officers broke up a...

Clear the Shelters Kicks Off Today

Tuesday, August 02, 2022 1045

Riverside County Offers Month of Free Adoptions Riverside County Animal Services is...

Animal Services Assists Defunct Kennel

Friday, July 15, 2022 754

Officers Impound 21 dogs; Nine are Microchipped Animal Services officers impounded...

PetSmart Charities Gives County $90K Grant to Assist Animal Services’ Missions

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 249

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors accepted a $90,000 grant today from...

Car Window Smashed to Save Hot Pooch

Wednesday, June 08, 2022 422

Owner Arrested by Sheriff’s Deputy A recent incident in the Coachella Valley is a...

Chihuahua Puppy Survives Arrow Shot in Her Neck

Tuesday, May 24, 2022 2863

A Riverside County Animal Services officer responded to an emergency call this...

Volunteers Train with Animal Services Officers for Emergency Response

Monday, May 16, 2022 367

On Saturday, a unique group of volunteers trained and were certified to assist...

CRANE RESCUED, thanks to an SCE employee

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 412

Below is a video link from a crane rescue earlier today. The rescue happened...

FREE VACCINATION CLINIC

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 1634

Mead Valley Community Center Thursday, May 12, 2022 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.*...

Animal Services Investigating Burro Death

Wednesday, May 04, 2022 1441

Someone Shot Burro With Arrow Animal Services is investigating a burro death caused...

Veterinary Services Team Assists Injured Dogs

Friday, April 29, 2022 449

Two Pooches Entered Shelter with Embedded Collars Two dogs received special care...

Fire Incident Next to Shelter in Jurupa Valley

Friday, April 29, 2022 350

This afternoon the staff jumped into action to evacuate animals from the north side...

Three Dogs Stolen from Jurupa Valley Shelter

Tuesday, April 26, 2022 770

Suspects Captured on Surveillance Footage Two people are suspected of trespassing,...

Shelter Pets Free During ‘BarkChella’

Thursday, April 14, 2022 3077

Adoption Promotion Kicks Off Today Animal Services is kicking off its first ever...

Update: Information regarding dog attack on 3-year-old girl

Wednesday, April 06, 2022 622

UPDATE The original news release is below, but I wanted to update some information....

Volunteers Needed for Animal Rescue Team

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 702

REARS Members Assist Officers During Disasters Animal Services is seeking new...

Department’s New Director Begins Today

Thursday, March 10, 2022 1035

From Parks to Pets: Erin Gettis Starts Anew Long-time animal advocate Erin Gettis...

Former Volunteer Returns – as a Doctor

Thursday, March 03, 2022 557

Local Woman Traveled to Oz to Become a Vet A Jurupa Valley woman and former shelter...

Officers Respond to Property with Neglected Animals

Saturday, February 26, 2022 828

Below is a link to a video regarding a property we responded to on Thursday and...

Feline Flying to Tennessee for Special Reunion

Tuesday, February 15, 2022 689

Valentine’s Week Delivery for Relocated Owner A cat at the county shelter in Jurupa...

Former Shelter Dog Predicts Super Bowl Winner

Thursday, February 10, 2022 688

A former shelter dog – Molly – just predicted the winner of the big game on Sunday....

Officers Impound 37 Dogs to Assist Man

Wednesday, January 26, 2022 1633

Cathedral City Resident Asked for Help Riverside County Animal Services officers...

Injured Pelican Gets Help

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 599

A Riverside County Animal Services officer responded this afternoon to a request...

Live Large Campaign Starts Saturday

Friday, January 14, 2022 1861

Fee-Waived Adoptions Through Jan. 31 FRIDAY, JAN. 14, 2022 – Riverside County’s...

Dogs on Long Chain Entrapped Themselves; Officer Rescues Pooches

Friday, January 07, 2022 720

The following video (link below) offers up some good advice about how to properly...

Cat Flying to Oklahoma for Reunion

Thursday, December 16, 2021 821

Toby Going ‘Home’ for the Holidays A cat is flying to Oklahoma for a special...

Monkey Business

Friday, December 10, 2021 1413

A Rialto Police Department animal control officer responded to a call earlier today...

Black Saturday Special Extended For a Full Week

Monday, November 29, 2021 3427

Riverside County Animal Services is extending one of its most popular adoption...

HORSE AIRLIFT: News from Riverside County Animal Services (in partnership with CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Dept. & Riv Co Sheriff)

Saturday, November 27, 2021 1110

Riverside County Animal Services worked together with multiple agencies to rescue a...

Black Saturday FREE Adoption Special Returns; Homeless Pets: No Batteries Required; Give Lots of Love

Saturday, November 27, 2021 1293

One of the most popular adoption specials at Riverside County Animal Services...

The PAWSitive Update | Nov. 19, 2021

Sunday, November 21, 2021 814

The video link, below, is our first run at a weekly update, borrowing from our...

Officer Uses Bedsheet to Save Chimney Kitty

Friday, November 19, 2021 823

Sheet Tied in Knots to Create a Ladder An officer used a bedsheet this week to save...

Wayward Cat Saved Off Utility Pole in Indio

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 729

Feline Stayed Atop Pole for About a Day Riverside County Animal Services worked...

Kitten Rescued from Inside Locomotive

Thursday, November 11, 2021 858

Kitty Meowed from Smoke Box Riverside County Animal Services officers retrieved a...

HOLIDAY FUNDRAISING GUIDE

Monday, November 08, 2021 1323

WON'T YOU MAKE A LIFE-SAVING GIFT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? Your donations go a long way...

Hens Impounded

Friday, November 05, 2021 938

We responded to a call from our friends at the Riverside County Sheriff’s...

Officers Assist Burro With Pipe on Hoof

Thursday, November 04, 2021 1487

Burro Now Recovering; Heading to DonkeyLand Riverside County animal control...

Hours Changed for Jurupa Valley Shelter

Tuesday, November 02, 2021 12262

Riverside County’s animal shelter in Jurupa Valley changed the hours of operation...

Officer Rides Her Bike to Work Every Day -- not just on World Car-Free Day

Thursday, September 23, 2021 1330

https://youtu.be/nMsIoHfIWBM

Webinar Scheduled to Address Cat Situation

Friday, September 17, 2021 1281

Everyone Welcome for Free Sept. 20 Session A free webinar is scheduled for Sept. 20...

News Releases

Important Information

Virulent Newcastle Disease Update from State Veterinarian

Thursday, January 13, 2022

This week brings some good news and, unfortunately, some disappointing news, as well. The regional quarantine is still in effect. For a list of virulent Newcastle disease cases since the outbreak began in May 2018, visit the USDA VND website. Go to Article

Virulent Newcastle Disease Updates

Sunday, January 12, 2020

Virulent Newcastle disease, formerly known as exotic Newcastle disease, is a contagious and fatal viral disease affecting the respiratory, nervous and digestive systems of birds and poultry. The disease is so virulent that many birds and poultry die without showing any clinical signs. Virulent Newcastle disease is not a food safety concern. No human cases of Newcastle disease have ever occurred from eating poultry products. Properly cooked poultry products are safe to eat. In very rare instances, people working directly with sick birds can become infected with mild symptoms, such as conjunctivitis. These are easily prevent with personal protective equipment.