Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Rescue, Adoption, and Veterinary Care in Van Nuys
Pet Orphans of Southern California has been a dedicated force in animal welfare since 1973, rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming thousands of animals. Our mission combines compassionate pet adoption services with accessible veterinary care, grooming, and community education programs. With over 50 years of experience, we prioritize responsible pet ownership and address critical issues like overpopulation and euthanasia through spay/neuter initiatives and medical support. Our team of certified professionals delivers personalized care, ensuring every animal receives the attention needed to thrive. As a trusted nonprofit, we uphold transparency in operations, maintain rigorous health standards, and foster partnerships to expand our impact.By integrating preventive medicine, surgical care, and behavioral training, we provide comprehensive solutions for pets and their guardians. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our state-of-the-art veterinary clinic and flexible appointment systems. Through volunteer engagement and donor collaboration, we sustain our vision of a community where every pet finds a loving home. This enduring dedication to excellence has solidified our reputation as a leader in animal welfare across Southern California.
Services
Adoptions
Veterinary Clinic
Pet Grooming
Pet Photography
Volunteer Programs
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in animal rescue and adoption services.
- Our affordable veterinary clinic provides comprehensive medical care for pets in need.
- We offer grooming, photography, and community education programs under one roof.
- Our team includes certified professionals with expertise in animal health and behavior.
- We maintain partnerships to expand access to spay/neuter services and preventive care.
What people say
Loving staff
Affordable care
Successful adoption matches
Professional grooming
Dedicated volunteers
Services
Adoptions
Our adoption program connects homeless dogs and cats with loving families. We conduct thorough evaluations to ensure compatibility between pets and adopters. Services include pre-adoption counseling, post-adoption support, and follow-up visits to guarantee long-term success.
Veterinary Clinic
The clinic offers affordable wellness exams, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, and dental care. Diagnostic services include bloodwork and urinalysis. We treat common ailments like skin infections and provide specialized surgeries such as mass removal and limb amputation.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming includes bathing, haircuts, nail trimming, and de-matting. We use breed-specific shampoos and provide anal gland expression and ear cleaning. All pets must be vaccinated before appointments, with onsite vaccines available if needed.
Pet Photography
Our photography studio captures professional portraits of pets. Proceeds fund animal care programs. Sessions are by appointment with a certified photographer, offering customized packages to preserve cherished memories of companion animals.
Volunteer Programs
Volunteer opportunities include dog socializing, adoption counseling, and event assistance. Programs cater to adults and youth aged 14+, with training provided. Volunteers help with daily operations, animal care, and community outreach initiatives to support our mission.
People
Suzanne Allison
President
Suzanne leads strategic initiatives while managing the photography studio. With decades of experience in animal welfare, she combines creative expertise with nonprofit leadership to advance POSC's mission through visual storytelling and community engagement.
LaTanya Montgomery
Executive Director
LaTanya oversees daily operations and fundraising efforts. Her leadership focuses on expanding access to veterinary services and strengthening community partnerships. She brings extensive nonprofit management experience to drive organizational growth and program development.
Dariia Arkhypova
Vet Clinic Manager
Dasha manages clinical operations, ensuring high-quality medical care. A licensed veterinarian, she specializes in preventive medicine and surgical procedures. Her expertise enhances the clinic's capacity to deliver affordable, comprehensive healthcare to pets in need.
Cece Sapp
Head Receptionist
Cece coordinates client services and appointment scheduling. With years of frontline experience, she provides compassionate support to pet owners and ensures smooth administrative operations within the adoption and veterinary departments.
Questions
What adoption services do you offer?
We provide dog and cat adoptions with pre-screening to ensure pet-owner compatibility. Our process includes counseling, adoption events, and post-adoption support for successful long-term placements.
What veterinary services are available?
Our clinic offers wellness exams, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, dental care, diagnostics, and treatments for common ailments. Specialized surgeries include mass removal and orthopedic procedures.
How can I volunteer?
Volunteer opportunities include animal socializing, adoption counseling, and event assistance. Applicants must complete training, with programs available for ages 14+ and community service participants.
Do you offer grooming services?
Yes, we provide professional grooming including bathing, haircuts, nail trimming, and de-matting. Appointments require up-to-date vaccinations, with onsite vaccines available if needed.
How are donations used?
Donations fund animal care, medical treatments, spay/neuter programs, and community outreach. Every contribution supports our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome pets in need.
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Reviews (6)
Gina Lozano
Jun 26, 2022
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There is a new vet on premises, Dr. Silverman. My babies entered but parents are not allowed to enter premises. I really liked her. She was thorough when she came out to speak to me. She was also patient and answered all my questions. I love the work that Pet Orphans does!
Jonathan Reilly
Jun 04, 2022
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We took our small (17 lbs) 6 month old puppy here for her spay surgery. They were professional, caring, and performed the spay laparoscopically which results in minimal trauma. They used surgical glue instead of stitches so there was no follow up appointment. They also accept the $50 discount spay and neuter coupon that the LA department of animal control will provide any Los Angeles resident who asks for one.
The cost for the entire procedure including coupon, microchipping, pain medicine, and the Cone Of Shame was about what we paid for the same procedure at our local, generally low cost vet. (Fancy, upscale veterinarian offices were charging upwards of $900 for a spay procedure. This was less than half that). I would recommend scheduling the procedure earlyish in the week as they are not in the clinic on the weekends. That way, if you have a post operative concern you won't have to see a different vet over the weekend. All told it was a good experience. I have no complaints.
The cost for the entire procedure including coupon, microchipping, pain medicine, and the Cone Of Shame was about what we paid for the same procedure at our local, generally low cost vet. (Fancy, upscale veterinarian offices were charging upwards of $900 for a spay procedure. This was less than half that). I would recommend scheduling the procedure earlyish in the week as they are not in the clinic on the weekends. That way, if you have a post operative concern you won't have to see a different vet over the weekend. All told it was a good experience. I have no complaints.
Gypsy Vapes
May 05, 2022
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CARELESS Unfortunately I can't suggest using this clinic. I feel like the doctor doesn't really care what's going on with the pet; in the emergency situation they confirm my appointment at the end of the day, and when we came to visit they told us that they do only limited service and can't do the exams or operation at this location. However they offered us to make a blood test, even that they told that after the blood test we'll going to have to visit a real pet clinic. Only to take a payment for that.
J. Rhodes
Apr 20, 2022
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Loveee this place. The volunteers and the effort they put into the shelter amazes me. Got my pup here.
Susan Cole
Apr 08, 2022
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We love Pet Orphans. My sister & her daughter volunteered there a few years ago and we adopted our little maltipoo there. Everyone there is exceptional! The groomers & the vets and all employees treat all the animals all the animals like they are their own. I just can't say enough good things about each and everyone there & I recommend them to people all the time. They represent what a pet rescue should be all about!
Tobey Tirone
Mar 23, 2022
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Pet Orphans is a great clinic. The did a wonderful job with our dog and explaining everything to us. I recommend to anyone in need or a spay and neuter clinic.
