TUSTIN, Calif. – OC Animal Care is excited to announce the launch of three new pilot projects to evaluate new and creative strategies to manage trends in animal welfare and help people and pets in Orange County.
- Expanded Weekend Viewing Hours
In response to information gathered from the current hybrid operational model offering Daily Adoption Options, coupled with community interest and feedback, OC Animal care will be expanding Viewing Hours on weekends as part of a six-month pilot project. Beginning January 25, 2025, the shelter will be open daily for Adoption Visits from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Viewing Hours Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 12 to 5 p.m., providing the community with additional viewing hours during peak visitation days.
During Viewing Hours, the community is invited to visit the shelter to walk unescorted through the external side of dog kennels and large viewing cat rooms, which feature dogs and cats who are available for adoption with no major medical or behavioral concerns, and ready-to-go-home the same day.
Scheduled Adoption Visits will remain available for the convenience of potential adopters, while walk-in visitors are welcomed to the next available time slot. Adoption visits include one-on-one meet and greets with the specific pet(s) you are interested in adopting. Visitors may spend time with multiple dogs and each time slot includes up to 30 minutes of dedicated time with an Animal Care Team member. Adoption visits for cats, rabbits, or other animals include staff assisted walk-throughs of available pets that are ready-to-go-home the same day.
- Free Virtual Dog Training
Thanks to grant funding from California for All Animals, families who adopt a dog from OC Animal Care will receive a free four-week, virtual training scholarship from GoodPup. GoodPup is a subscription based, virtual dog training service that adopters can do at home and on-demand with flexible scheduling options. This positive reinforcement training will enable adopters to build a strong bond with their new dog, fostering a successful and lasting relationship, while also helping to reduce return rates at the shelter.
- Quarterly On-Campus Adoption Events
OC Animal Care will host an adoption event each quarter with discounted adoption fees, resource booths for pet owners, and more fun, seasonal activities for the whole family. The first adoption event of the year will take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m.
The kick-off event will feature:
- Adoption opportunities for dogs, cats, and other small animals in need of loving homes
- Resource booths featuring OC Animal Care and other County agencies
- Pet care advice like Ask the Trainer and Grooming Tips
- Food truck
- Special $25 adoption fee during the event
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
Time: 12 to 4 p.m.
Location: OC Animal Care
1630 Victory Road, Tustin, CA 92782
