Castaic Animal Care Center pairs vets with pets
November 10, 2024
The Veterans Day Adoption event on Saturday at the Castaic Animal Shelter aimed to pair vets with pets. According to center manager Paul Maradiaga, this was the first year they’d
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American Cancer Society hosts annual ‘Bark for Life’
October 21, 2024
Dogs and dog owners were invited to the American Cancer Society’s “Bark for Life,” fundraiser on Sunday morning at the Canyon Country Community Center put on by Relay for Life.
How to protect pets during triple-digit SCV heat
September 5, 2024
As temperatures soar for the remainder of the week, Santa Clarita residents are advised to take precautions to protect not only themselves, but also their beloved pets. Residents are encouraged
American Cancer Society to host Bark for Life
September 5, 2024
News release Dog owners are invited to celebrate a “Happy Howl-o-ween” at the American Cancer Society’s fundraiser, Bark for Life, presented by Relay For Life of the Santa Clarita Valley.
Barger honors West Ranch cross country for animal adoption efforts
August 21, 2024
News release L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger recently honored the West Ranch High School cross country team for its “Run with Dogs” program. The presentation at a recent Board of
‘Clear the Shelters’ puts pets in new homes: 29 pets adopted, more await
August 19, 2024
There were a total of 79 animals ready to be adopted at the Castaic Animal Care Center for the “Clear the Shelters” kickstart adoption event on Aug. 10. Fifty-six dogs
Castaic Animal Care Center aims to clear the shelter
August 11, 2024
Tucker, a 3-year-old pup, was sitting still like a good boy with his foster, Julia Jones, at the main entrance of the Castaic Animal Care Center. He wore a yellow
Brittany Foundation set to celebrate 30 years on Sept. 28
July 13, 2024
The Brittany Foundation, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs in need, will be celebrating its 30th anniversary on Sept. 28 with a fun celebration including
COC student debuts award-winning film at TCL Chinese Theater
July 11, 2024
Chase Olivera, an 18-year-old College of the Canyons student, began exploring the world of animation in 2019 when he was just 14 years old. Since then, he has created several
Cabaret generates a win for former racehorses
June 28, 2024
Jaine Garcia grew up loving horses and began riding at the early age of 4. After traveling the world and riding horses in places such as South Africa and Australia,
Animals with names, not numbers
June 23, 2024
Blue, a Yorkshire pig, enjoyed a warm sunny Thursday morning by taking a long nap and receiving belly scratches from Farm Sanctuary tour guide Rafaella Epalas. Named after his bright
A Canine ‘Pawty’: 2nd annual Bark at the Park
June 10, 2024
Bichon Frise’ half siblings, Prince and Brie, had an early morning on Saturday. Their owner, David Brown, woke up at 7 a.m. to shower the two pups and ensure that
Healing Haven for Cancer Patients
April 16, 2024
The bright blue skies, warm sun, and faint sound of birds chirping on a private property that spans 25 acres with a panoramic view looking over the Agua Dulce hills
Photos: Ringing in St. Patrick’s Day with a pet adoption
March 20, 2024
Ken and Joe’s Powersports held a pet adoption event last weekend in conjunction with Sunny Day Acres, a nonprofit animal rescue, training and boarding facility in Agua Dulce. Photos by
Castaic Animal Care Center hosts pet adoption day
February 12, 2024
Snuggles, kisses, hugs and extra love were given to eight large dog breeds that were up for adoption at the adoption day hosted by the city of Santa Clarita and
City to host pet adoption event Saturday
February 6, 2024
News release The city of Santa Clarita, in collaboration with the Castaic Animal Care Center, is inviting residents to a pet adoption event just in time for Valentine’s Day. Residents can
Athletic dachshund is seeking new career
February 2, 2024
Oakley, the beloved mini dachshund who competed in the 16th Annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals in July, has found a new gig: modeling. The athlete, who is now a year and
Read to a Dog: A Fun and Educational Experience
January 20, 2024
Ellie, Ras, Tootse , Skye and numerous other certified therapy dogs, along with Glory the Parrot, a certified therapy bird, happily listened to children in kindergarten to sixth grade practice
Staff, volunteers bring holiday love to animal shelter
December 24, 2023
Forty-seven canine companions were howling and barking in their kennels impatiently waiting for the Christmas meals that 16 staff and volunteers prepared for them at the Castaic Animal Care Center
Building bonds after racing the tracks
November 23, 2023
Win Place Home hosted its 7th annual silent auction to continue its work in rehoming retired race horses and opening its doors to new retirees on Saturday night. There were