Business Details
47 Years
experience
Animal Shelter & Adoption Services in Buellton, CA
Founded in 1979, Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society is the oldest animal welfare organization in northern Santa Barbara County. Our mission focuses on humane care for companion animals, preventing overpopulation, and enforcing cruelty prevention laws. Through a 2020 merger with Dog Adoption and Welfare Group, we expanded our capacity to serve both animals and the community. Our services include adoptions, veterinary care, spay/neuter programs, and pet rehoming resources. We operate a 3,805 sq ft facility with 27 dog kennels, 14 cat cages, and a full veterinary clinic.Our team of dedicated volunteers and staff has placed over 8,000 dogs into forever homes. We provide community education on responsible pet ownership and offer low-cost medical resources. Our Mom & Me Spay Program uniquely addresses pet overpopulation by caring for both mothers and their litters. We rely on donations and community support to maintain our no-kill philosophy. With over four decades of service, we remain committed to being the valley's trusted animal welfare resource.
Services
Adoptions
Veterinary Clinic
Spay/Neuter Programs
Pet Rehoming
Lost Pet Services
Foster Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Community Education
Medical Assistance
Pet Surrender Resources
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer a no-cost Mom & Me Spay Program to prevent pet overpopulation
- Our merged SYVHS/DAWG facility houses 45+ animals with full veterinary care
- We've placed over 8,000 dogs into forever homes since 1991
- Our trained staff provides personalized pet rehoming counseling
- We maintain a 40+ year legacy of animal welfare in Santa Barbara County
Services
Adoptions
We offer dog and cat adoptions with transparent pricing starting at $65 for senior cats and $100 for senior dogs. Our process ensures proper pet-adopter matching through online applications and counseling. Adoptable animals receive medical care, vaccinations, and spay/neuter services before placement.
Veterinary Clinic
Our full-service clinic provides medical treatment, vaccinations, and spay/neuter surgeries. We care for over 45 animals daily with isolation rooms and recovery areas. Services include wellness exams, vaccinations, and emergency care referrals for shelter animals.
Mom & Me Spay Program
This unique program offers free spay surgery for pet owners while caring for nursing puppies/kittens. We provide medical treatment, socialization, and adoption services for offspring. The program prevents overpopulation while ensuring proper care for both mothers and litters.
Lost Pet Services
We assist in reuniting lost pets with owners through county partnerships and community outreach. Services include lost report guidance, microchip verification, and networking through social media platforms. We provide resources for both lost pet reporting and found animal handling.
Pet Rehoming Resources
We offer counseling and resources to help owners keep pets before considering surrender. For necessary surrenders, we conduct medical evaluations and behavioral assessments. Our $50 minimum relinquishment fee covers initial care costs for incoming animals.
Questions
What adoption services do you offer?
We offer dog and cat adoptions with transparent pricing starting at $65 for senior cats. All adopted animals receive medical care, vaccinations, and spay/neuter services.
Do you provide veterinary care?
Yes, our full-service clinic offers medical treatment, vaccinations, and spay/neuter surgeries for shelter animals. We have isolation rooms and recovery areas for special needs cases.
How does your spay program work?
Our Mom & Me Spay Program provides free spay surgery for pet owners while caring for nursing puppies/kittens. We handle medical treatment, socialization, and adoption for the offspring.
What if I find a lost pet?
Check for ID tags, scan for microchips at local vets, and contact Santa Barbara County Animal Services. We recommend posting on community platforms and contacting our staff for assistance.
Can I surrender my pet directly?
We accept pet surrenders by appointment only after evaluation. The process requires completing a questionnaire and may take up to 3 weeks due to housing limitations and care requirements.
What community resources do you offer?
We provide low-cost medical resources, training recommendations, pet-friendly housing guides, and emergency boarding assistance through our community partnerships and programs.
Reviews (5)
A. Woah
May 13, 2022
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This place is absolutely incredible. The staff is wonderful, the manager went out of her way to assist me and was easy to talk to, the facility is clean and the animals are well taken care of. I'd give it more than 5 stars if I could. Thank you for all that you do.
Kay Collins
Feb 22, 2022
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Front desk staff were kind, but manager was lousy and rude. I'm not the only one who has noticed that she hides in her office and hardly helps out. Would've had better luck talking to a rock instead.
Kristy Stahl
May 04, 2021
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This place is wonderful! They helped my family find our perfect fit with our dog, Shadow. They also have a vaccination clinic that saved me hundreds of dollars!
Maritza Magana
Feb 14, 2021
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I had an amazing experience here during the adoption of my new puppy. They're location is very clean and the staff is very charismatic.
Kalynn M.
Jan 31, 2021
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Love it here! I've adopted twice. They're careful and considerate about who adopts their animals. They are patient and kind about the adoption process and they want it to be a good fit for the animal and owner/caregiver.
