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Animal Shelter & Adoption Services in Wildomar, CA
Animal Friends of the Valleys has been dedicated to promoting humane care of animals through education and proactive animal services since our founding. Our team combines extensive experience in animal welfare with a commitment to community education, providing critical services including adoption programs, spay/neuter initiatives, and animal control for six Southern California cities. We maintain rigorous standards of care through partnerships with veterinary professionals, rescue organizations, and community volunteers, ensuring all our operations meet the highest ethical and professional benchmarks. Our financial transparency and community-focused approach have earned us recognition as a trusted resource for pet owners and animal lovers throughout Southwest Riverside County. 
Services
Animal Adoption
Spay/Neuter Services
Animal Control
Microchipping
Vaccination Clinics
Pet Licensing
Lost & Found Services
Foster Care Program
Humane Education
Financial Assistance
Highlights and features
- We provide animal control services for six Southwest Riverside County cities
- We offer low-cost spay/neuter services to combat pet overpopulation
- Our financial assistance programs help qualified residents with pet medical costs
- We maintain partnerships with 40+ rescue organizations for animal placement
- Our team includes certified animal care professionals with 100+ combined years of experience
Services
Animal Adoption
Our adoption program finds loving homes for thousands of animals annually. We provide comprehensive animal care, behavioral assessments, and adoption counseling to ensure successful pet-owner matches. The process includes meet-and-greet sessions, application reviews, and post-adoption support resources.
Spay/Neuter Services
Low-cost spay/neuter surgeries help control pet overpopulation in our communities. Our clinic offers appointments for cats and dogs with experienced veterinary staff. These procedures improve animal health and reduce shelter intake rates through responsible pet ownership promotion.
Animal Control
We provide contracted animal control services for six Southwest Riverside County cities. Our certified officers handle stray animal capture, bite investigations, and nuisance complaints while prioritizing animal welfare and public safety through humane enforcement practices.
Microchipping
Permanent pet identification through microchipping increases lost pet recovery rates. Our technicians implant rice-sized chips under skin tissue for cats and dogs, which can be scanned at any veterinary clinic or shelter to access owner contact information.
Vaccination Clinics
Our clinic offers essential pet vaccinations at affordable prices to protect against common diseases. Services include rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccines administered by trained veterinary professionals, with records provided for licensing requirements.
People
Mo Middleton
Executive Director/Chief Animal Control Officer
With over 25 years in animal welfare, Mo oversees all shelter operations and animal control services while maintaining state certification as a lead animal control officer.
Frank Foran
Operations Manager
Frank manages daily shelter activities and staff coordination, bringing extensive experience in animal shelter management and community outreach programs development.
Diane Miller-Herman
Executive Assistant to Chief Middleton
Diane provides administrative leadership and coordinates special projects, combining organizational expertise with a deep commitment to animal welfare advocacy.
Dallas Hartney
Animal Care Intake Manager
Dallas supervises animal intake procedures and care standards, ensuring all animals receive proper medical attention and behavioral enrichment during their shelter stay.
M. Nonnemacher
Animal Care Center Manager
M. oversees the shelter's animal housing facilities and care protocols, maintaining clean, safe environments while managing staff training and volunteer programs.
Questions
How do I adopt a pet from Animal Friends of the Valleys?
Visit our shelter during regular hours to meet available animals. Complete an application, meet with staff for counseling, and pay adoption fees to take your new pet home.
What animal control services do you provide?
We handle stray animal capture, bite investigations, and nuisance complaints for Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula, and Wildomar residents.
How can I report a lost or found pet?
Submit reports online through our website or visit the shelter to check lost/found records. Bring proof of ownership when reclaiming pets.
Do you offer financial assistance for pet care?
Yes, we provide limited financial aid through grant programs for qualified residents needing medical care for their pets in Southwest Riverside County.
What are your vaccination clinic hours?
Vaccination services are available during regular shelter hours: Monday-Wednesday 10am-7pm, Thursday-Saturday 10am-5pm.
How do I license my pet?
Purchase licenses at the shelter during business hours or online. Proof of rabies vaccination is required for all dogs four months and older.
Reviews (6)
RaeLynn Hansen
Jun 28, 2022
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This cute little furry friend was adopted by us this morning! He will come home tomorrow after he is checked and cleared by the vet. We are so excited to add this adorable bunny to our family Thank you to AFV--your staff is wonderful! You made the pet adoption process so easy!
Tara Engbaum
May 24, 2022
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Adopted the sweetest German shepherd from animal friends of the valleys. The people were friendly and you can tell how much love and affection they put into these animals. The day before I could bring her home, she developed parvo. I was so worried for her, and called almost every day for the two weeks she was under their care (sorry about that! ) But she pulled through and we were able to bring her home! Picking her up, the vet answered all my questions and loved our puppy just as much as I did. I'm so glad she was in such good hands throughout it all.
Val Martinez
May 13, 2022
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Three weeks ago I was not in town. My sister had surgery and couldn't take care of my dog. She took it to this shelter. I went the next day to pick him up. He was there with his collar with "Benji" on it. I filled out a firm and was told a lady brought him in and she would have to come for him. I waited while my sister arrived. She didn't have proof of his shots. We called the veterinarian on line.
The doctor was going to sent proof of what they wanted. Some woman supervising wouldn't speak with the vet. We left our name and number and had to wait 2 days. They sold our puppy and never bothered to call us. Good luck getting a pet especially if she doesn't like you.
The doctor was going to sent proof of what they wanted. Some woman supervising wouldn't speak with the vet. We left our name and number and had to wait 2 days. They sold our puppy and never bothered to call us. Good luck getting a pet especially if she doesn't like you.
Maja Tkalec
May 07, 2022
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One of the best organized shelters I've ever seen. Called this morning to ask about signing up for volunteering, and was told that everything was online. Went to the website, and was thoroughly impressed by the organization of the volunteer events. Super easy to sign up and get registered, went to the shelter to purchase the volunteer shirt, and was told that I was missing a couple things on my registration. They helped me get everything I needed in just a few minutes, and we were out the door in less than half an hour. The facilities were well kept and organized, and I can't wait to start volunteering!
Heather Hernandez
Mar 07, 2022
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I've adopted 2 kittens this far from this shelter. Here's my latest "Loki" So far all but one are staff members are great! They're also very helpful & courteous. I love the store they have inside. You can find great items for your pets at a discounted price!
Vanessa Gallegos
Feb 26, 2022
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We've adopted two wonderful pups from this shelter. It is HANDS DOWN the nicest shelter in a 30 mile radius. The people are WONDERFUL and the animals there are very clearly taken care of very well. The facility is new(er) so the rooms are real nice, as well as the entire facility itself. We've been so happy with our rescue pups. I tell every single person I know who is looking for a wonderful animal to go there. It is worth the drive (we live in Fallbrook)! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking to adopt as well as relinquish a pup.
