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Honoring Deputy Sheriff Isaiah Cordero

Deputy Sheriff Isaiah Cordero was shot and killed while making a traffic stop in the 3900 block of Golden West Avenue in the Jurupa Valley area.

Deputy Cordero was approaching the vehicle he had stopped when the driver pulled out a gun and opened fire on him, fatally wounding him. A citizen who witnessed the shooting called 911 and rendered aide until other deputies arrived.

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Licensing

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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.

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

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News Releases

Shelter Responds to Strep Zoo Outbreak

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 1504

At Least 13 Dogs Impacted by Deadly Disease Staffers at Riverside County’s largest...

Dog Tossed, Abandoned at Cell Tower

Wednesday, January 04, 2023 5575

Animal Services Seeking an Arrest Warrant for Owner Animal Services will be seeking...

Arrow Pup Tops 2022 Stories of the Year

Saturday, December 31, 2022 517

Volunteer Returns as Veterinarian Also Makes the List A puppy saved from a cruel...

Free Adoptions Begin Saturday at 10 a.m.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1079

Home for the Holidays is Final Special Event of 2022 The final adoption event of...

Kitten Rescued from Pipe

Friday, December 09, 2022 343

This rescue (video link below) happened on Dec. 1 in the Woodcrest area (21621...

Cat Cries from Inside Column Chamber

Friday, December 02, 2022 386

Resident Hears Meows; Officer Rescues ‘Stucco’ An Animal Services officer responded...

Black Saturday Adoption Special Returns

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 2179

Adoption Fees Waived this Saturday at County Shelters Riverside County Animal...

One House, 72 dogs

Thursday, November 17, 2022 4541

Riverside County Animal Services coordinated rescue efforts of dozens of dogs today...

Sweep Operation Snares 38 Stray Dogs

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 775

Citations Issued in Coachella Valley’s Eastern Areas Riverside County animal...

Avian Influenza Detected in Riverside County

Friday, October 21, 2022 554

Two Geese Test Positive for HPAI H5N1 Two geese were sent by Riverside County...

Coyote Removed from School Bathroom

Tuesday, October 04, 2022 3357

A Riverside County Animal Services officer removed a coyote from a stall inside a...

Suspect Arrested in Dog Theft Incident

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 1279

Two Men Broke Into Shelter, Stole Three Dogs Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies...

Fairview Fire: Response and Reunions

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 667

Below are two links to videos showcasing some of the efforts of our team during the...

Perris Fairgrounds Added for Evacuee Help

Friday, September 09, 2022 643

Livestock Welcomed from Those Impacted by Fire Riverside County Animal Services...

Officers Assist Pet Owners in Fire Zone

Wednesday, September 07, 2022 771

Fairview Fire Forces Some to Release Horses Riverside County Animal Services...

Fairview Fire 9.5.22

Tuesday, September 06, 2022 868

The Fairview Fire is currently at 500 acres with a rapid rate of spread. Fire...

Cockfighting Bust in Jurupa Valley

Sunday, August 07, 2022 1725

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

Clear the Shelters Kicks Off Today

Tuesday, August 02, 2022 3244

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

Animal Services Assists Defunct Kennel

Friday, July 15, 2022 1749

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 1436

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

Car Window Smashed to Save Hot Pooch

Wednesday, June 08, 2022 1125

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 4042

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 1125

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

CRANE RESCUED, thanks to an SCE employee

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 1111

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

FREE VACCINATION CLINIC

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 4374

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 2113

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

Veterinary Services Team Assists Injured Dogs

Friday, April 29, 2022 1211

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

Fire Incident Next to Shelter in Jurupa Valley

Friday, April 29, 2022 1031

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 1381

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

Shelter Pets Free During ‘BarkChella’

Thursday, April 14, 2022 3755

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 1516

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

Volunteers Needed for Animal Rescue Team

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 1256

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

Department’s New Director Begins Today

Thursday, March 10, 2022 1888

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

Former Volunteer Returns – as a Doctor

Thursday, March 03, 2022 1271

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 1463

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 1272

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 1312

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 2245

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

Injured Pelican Gets Help

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 1180

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

Live Large Campaign Starts Saturday

Friday, January 14, 2022 2520

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

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.