Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society & DAWG

08/02/2025

🚨 GIFFORD FIRE UPDATE 🚨

If you need help with domestic pets or large animals due to the fire, resources are available.

Please see locations and hours below.
📍 We are open until 5PM today to assist.

Stay safe and reach out if you need support! ❤️🐾

GIFFORD FIRE UPDATE
08/02/2025 12:30PM

Livestock/Large Animal Help - Call 805-681-4332

Bring domestic pets to any County Animal Services location (open until 6pm)
548 W Foster Rd, Santa Maria
1501 W Central Ave, Lompoc
5473 Overpass Rd, Santa Barbara
OR --- Santa Ynez Humane 111 Commerce Dr, Buellton (open until 5pm)

07/31/2025

🎨 End-of-Summer FUN ALERT! 🐾

Join us at the California Nature Art Museum this Sunday, August 3rd from 10AM–3PM!

🌞 FREE admission
🐶 Adoptable cats & dogs (ready for snuggles!)
🖍️ Recycled crafts (10AM–1PM)
🦎 Mahni’s Reptiles (11AM–12PM)
🎨 Face-painting magic (12PM–2PM)
🐝 Buzzing bee hive (live bees, full day!)

✨ We’ll be there all day with furry friends looking for forever homes, come get your pet cuddles in and maybe fall in love 🥹💕

📍1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang
🚗 Free fun for the whole family!

07/31/2025

🍷🎶 Join Us for Wine and Whiskers at Firestone Vineyard 🎶🐾

Looking for a charming way to spend your weekend? Firestone Vineyard is hosting Wine and Whiskers, a delightful blend of live music, fine wine, and feline companionship.

📅 Save the Date for two special Saturdays:
August 2nd & September 6th
Guests will enjoy:
🎵 Live music in a beautiful vineyard setting
🍴 A local food truck
🐱 Meet-and-greets with adoptable cats and kittens

Stop by for the music and wine, leave with a new furry friend!

07/31/2025

🐾 Did you know July 30th is International Day of Friendship? 💛

We couldn’t think of a better duo to celebrate than Leif and his best buddy Micah! Leif volunteers his time during the summer making enrichment activities, helping with playgroups, and doing all the little things that keep the shelter running smoothly, and he does it all with a smile (just like Micah’s).

Whether it’s giving out treats or giving belly rubs, Leif shows up for our pups in the most pawsome ways. We’re so lucky to have him as part of our shelter family!

✨ Micah is still looking for his forever best friend! If you’re ready for a loyal, loving companion, he’d love to meet you.

07/29/2025

Talk about puppy eyes…this boy has mastered the look 👀🥹

At just 4 months old, Mr. Wrinkles has spent most of his babyhood with us - three sweet months of growing, learning, and stealing hearts!

But now he’s ready to trade in shelter life for couch cuddles and belly rubs with YOU🏡✨

He’s perfect and waiting for his family to come scoop him up!

Come meet your new best friend 💌
www.syvhumane.org

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07/25/2025

🚨 Meet TNT, our 4-month-old firecracker of a pup! 🚨

He came to us at just 4 weeks old, and while we’ve loved every second with him, it’s time this little dynamite finds a home of his own 💥

If you’re looking for a best friend to grow up with, one who’s full of love and spark(he is named TNT after all), then he’s your perfect match!!

📞 Call us at (805) 688-8224 or visit www.syvhumane.org to meet TNT! 🧨

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07/25/2025

☀️ Heat stroke is deadly but it’s preventable! ☀️
If your dog shows signs of overheating, act fast. This graphic breaks down what to do right away to save their life.

🐶 Keep them shaded and cool
🚫 No ice or wet towel wraps
💧 Use cool water and fans
🏥 Get to the vet ASAP!

Share to help keep pets safe this summer 💛

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07/24/2025

Get ready to meet the purr-formers of your dreams! 🎤🎨

Our newest kittens just dropped at the shelter and they’re already stealing hearts - say hello to Prince, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, and Stevie Wonder! These furry legends are ready to hit the stage...or your couch💜

Come fall in love at www.syvhumane.org !

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07/22/2025

Maui is still looking for his forever home! He is not located at our facility! Please contact Kaycie at 805-453-7116 for more information!