East County's 'Largest Dog Festival' Returning To Santee

Fido Fest will feature dog adoption opportunities, agility courses, a pet costume contest and a visit from the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.

1 0f 3 Bear Cubs Sent To San Diego Humane Society's Wildlife Center Euthanized

While two of the baby black bears appear in good health a third, who suffered a bullet wound, was humanely euthanized. Here's what happened.

State-Of-The-Art Animal Shelter Being Constructed In Santee

The 23,000-square-foot facility will include shelter space, a courtyard, an outdoor livestock area, activity yards and parking lots.

Pug Puppies Rescued From East County Dumpster Available For Adoption

The "Rainbow Puppies" had been tossed into a dumpster behind a Taco Bell in Lemon Grove, according to Helen Woodward Animal Center.

East County's 'Largest Dog Festival' To Return To Santee

Fido Fest will feature dog adoption opportunities, arts and crafts, agility courses, demonstrations and other activities.

How To Get Your Pet Microchipped For Free In East County

The San Diego Humane Society is offering free pet microchips and registration in October during the nonprofit's "Chip n' Treat" campaign.

Trapped Dog Rescued From Oil-Filled Well By County Animal Services

The siberian husky mix had been trapped for more than a day, was weighed down by oil and exhausted.

Humane Society Partners With DocuPet For Dog Licensing In Santee

All new dog licenses for Santee residents and other residents within the SD Humane Society's jurisdiction​ will be issued via DocuPet.

Giraffe Gets Braces, Coyote Goes Through Dog Door: CA Animal Stories

Animals from across California recently made headlines. Patch curated some of the most adorable and interesting stories.

Santee's Fido Fest To Return To Town Center Community Park

The sixth annual event will feature vendor booths, dog adoption opportunities​, discounted vaccinations, free microchipping and more.

San Diego County Announces Pet Of The Week – Noodles

Meet Noodles, an energetic Australian shepherd mix who was recently adopted from our Bonita shelter and this week’s Pet of the Week!

San Diego County Government: Pet Of The Week – Spike

Meet Spike, this week's Pet of the Week. Spike is a laid-back pup who recently found his new forever family.

San Diego County Pet Of The Week – Annie

Annie loves to swim and play in the water and has plenty of energy to play and go on adventures.

Babies Born; B-Day Celebrated; Pets Rescued: CA Animal Stories

Animals from across California have recently made headlines. Patch has curated some of the most adorable and interesting stories.

Pet Of The Week – Mr. Toad In San Diego County

Mr. Toad is hoping his story can inspire you to make one of the many pets available at our County animal shelters part of your family.

San Diego County Announces Pet Of The Week – Miles

If you’re interested in adopting Miles, you’re in luck – all huskies and husky mixes have a special $25 adoption fee until end of August.

San Diego County Government: Pet Of The Week – Estrella

Estrella is a playful and energetic Australian cattle dog mix.

Pet Of The Week – Hendrix & Elvis In San Diego County

Meet Hendrix and Elvis, two potbellied pigs from Bonita who are looking for a new forever home.

Meet The Kittens Of The Cattery In San Diego County

Come take a peek inside the cattery to see what our fuzzy feline friends are up to in this week’s Pet of the Week.

San Diego Police Detective Who Lost Leg Adopts Double Amputee Dog

Detective James "Chappie" Hunter, who lost his leg in a crash, has adopted a dog that underwent a partial amputation of both her back feet.

San Diego Humane Society Encourages Pet Owners To Microchip​ Pets

One in three pets will become lost at some point during their lives.

5 Kittens And 1 Cat Left In Box Outside Santee Fire Station

Six cats abandoned outside the fire station were handed over to the San Diego Humane Society — and all were given fire inspired nicknames.

Clear The Shelters Day: Help Santee Pets Find Forever Homes

​Animal shelters across the country, including shelters near Santee, are participating in Clear the Shelters Day Saturday, Aug. 17.