San Diego Humane Society in San Diego, California
About San Diego Humane Society
San Diego Humane Society is a humane society in San Diego, San Diego County, California. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1938. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Central Animal Shelter, about 0.0 mi away.
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32.76576, -117.19392
What San Diego Humane Society does
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- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Central Animal Shelter5480 Gaines St, San Diego, CAAnimal shelter0.0 mi
- San Diego Animal Shelter5480 Gaines St, San Diego, CAAnimal shelter0.0 mi
- Project Wildlife887 1/2 Sherman St, San Diego, CAAnimal shelter0.4 mi
- Baja Dog Rescue3495 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CAAnimal rescue1.3 mi
- Sea World Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Program500 Sea World Dr, San Diego, CAAnimal rescue1.8 mi
- Mutt Scouts325 W Washington St # 2197, San Diego, CAAnimal shelter1.9 mi
- Parrot Education & Adoption CenterPO Box 600423, San Diego, CAAnimal shelter3.0 mi
- Even Chance Pit Bull Advocacy + Resources + Rescue1804 Garnet Ave PMB 305, San Diego, CAAnimal rescue3.5 mi
- Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group2307 Fenton Pkwy #107-160, San Diego, CAAnimal rescue3.8 mi
- Second Chance Dog Rescue4284 Cass St, San Diego, CAAnimal rescue3.9 mi
Saying goodbye to a pet
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Where is San Diego Humane Society located?
San Diego Humane Society is at 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA 92110 in San Diego County.
What are the hours of San Diego Humane Society?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (619) 299-7012 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from San Diego Humane Society?
Start on sdhumane.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to San Diego Humane Society?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to San Diego Humane Society tax-deductible?
San Diego Humane Society matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 95-1661688), with reported annual revenue of about $67,557,221. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Shelter vs Rescue vs Humane SocietyHow municipal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs and foster-based rescues differ in funding, intake and adoption.
- How to Help an Animal ShelterDonations that shelters actually need, volunteering, fostering, sharing adoptable pets and other ways to help without adopting.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.