Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control

07/31/2026

☀️ HEAT ADVISORY & WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS 🔥🐾

With high temperatures expected this weekend and wildfire season well underway in Tuolumne County, now is the time to protect your animals and be prepared to evacuate if needed.

🐶 Keep Pets Safe

💧 Provide plenty of fresh, cool water.
🌳 Ensure access to shade or air conditioning.
🚫 Never leave pets in parked vehicles.
🐾 Avoid walking on hot pavement during the hottest part of the day.
⚠️ Watch for heatstroke: excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or collapse.

🐴 Livestock & Small Animals

• Provide constant access to clean water and shade.
• Avoid transporting or working animals during peak heat.
• Keep rabbits, chickens, birds, and other small animals in well-ventilated, shaded areas.

🔥 Have a Go Bag Ready

For pets: food, water, medications, vaccination records, leash/carrier, and a recent photo.

For livestock: halters, lead ropes, feed, water, medications, identification, and make sure trailers are fueled and ready.

Emergencies happen fast. Preparing today can make all the difference tomorrow.

Stay safe, stay cool, and thank you for helping keep your animals safe!

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control

07/26/2026

Small animal evacuation center:
10040 Victoria Way
Jamestown, CA 95327

Livestock evacuation center
Tuolumne County Posse Grounds:
19130 Rawhide Rd
Jamestown, CA 95327

*** DOVE FIRE (Update at 8/01/2026 at 6:00 PM) ***

Southgate Drive is NO longer under an Evacuation Warning and is now OPEN!

A huge thank you to our community throughout this fire. Your patience and cooperation helped keep everyone safe.

Residents affected by the fire who need assistance can contact the American Red Cross California Gold Country Regiont 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for support and available resources.

*** Dove Fire *** (ORIGINAL POST)

Deputies are responding to a Vegetation Fire in the area of HWY 108 and Stockton Road. It is reported to be about 10 acres in size with a DANGEROUS rate of spread.

Mandatory EVACUATIONS are taking place for the following areas:

- McKibbon Drive
- Golden Dove Lane
- Crooked Lane

If you live in the area and do not feel safe, please leave, do not wait to be told to evacuate.

Please avoid the area as emergency responders will be in the area working.

Camera Link:

https://cameras.alertcalifornia.org/?pos=37.9905_-120.4084_11&id=Axis-SonoraEast

07/16/2026

💙 Meet Franklin 💙

Some dogs have a smile that can brighten your entire day… and Franklin is definitely one of them.

Franklin (ID A154576) is a handsome, stocky boy with an even bigger heart. Whether he’s splashing around in a kiddie pool, soaking up attention, or flashing that goofy grin, Franklin is happiest when he’s with people.

He’s already:
🐾 Neutered
💉 Current on all vaccines
🦟 Current on heartworm prevention
📍 Microchipped
🏡 Ready to go home today!

At just $85.50, his adoption fee includes everything he needs to start his next chapter.

If you’re looking for a loyal best friend who loves to have fun and will greet you with a smile every day, Franklin might just be your perfect match.

Franklin – ID A154576
Adoption Fee: $85.50

Come meet Franklin at Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control located at: 10040 Victoria Way in Jamestown.

📲 209-694-2730

07/12/2026

UPDATE: Hallie was ADOPTED!

🐾 Meet Hallie! 🐾

Looking for a loyal best friend with a heart full of love? Meet Hallie, our beautiful 7 month old Dutch Shepherd mix who is ready to find her forever family!

💜 About Hallie:
🐶 7 months old
🐾 Spayed
💉 Current on all vaccines
🦟 Current on heartworm prevention
❤️ Very sweet and affectionate
🐕 Gets along great with other dogs

Hallie is still a puppy, which means she’s eager to learn, loves to play, and will make an amazing companion for an active family or individual. She has a gentle personality, a beautiful smile, and so much love to give. All she needs now is someone to give her the forever home she deserves.

💲 Adoption Fee: $85.50

If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry family member, come meet Hallie! You just might find your new best friend!

📞 Call Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control at 209-694-2730 to learn more or schedule a meet and greet.

Please help us by liking, sharing, and spreading the word to help Hallie find the loving home she’s been waiting for! 🐾💕

07/06/2026

🐾 Meet Shasta! 🐾

Looking for a loyal best friend? Shasta is ready to steal your heart!

❤️ Shepherd mix
🐶 Neutered male
💉 Up-to-date on all vaccines
🦟 Current on heartworm prevention
🐾 Loves people and gets along great with other animals
🏡 Sweet, affectionate, and ready for his forever home

Shasta is the total package! Friendly, loving, and always happy to be by your side. Whether you’re looking for a walking buddy, a family companion, or just a best friend to greet you every day, Shasta is your guy!

💲 Adoption Fee: Only $25 (plus an $8.25 county licensing fee)

📞 Call 209-694-2730 to meet Shasta and give this handsome boy the loving home he deserves!

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control
📍10040 Victoria Way, Jamestown, CA 95327

Please share to help Shasta find his forever family! 🐾❤️

07/06/2026

💙 Meet Walker 💙

We honestly don’t understand how this sweet boy is still waiting…

Walker has been with us the longest, and everyone here absolutely adores him. At around 1.5 years old and 45 pounds, he’s the perfect medium-sized companion, big enough for adventures but small enough to fit right into family life.

Walker loves spending time outdoors, going for walks, and soaking up attention from everyone he meets. He gets along great with people and other dogs and has the kind of loving personality that makes him an instant favorite. We know his perfect family is out there, we just need them to find him.

🐾 Walker’s adoption includes:
❤️ Neutered
💉 Up-to-date on all vaccines
🩺 Current on heartworm prevention
📍 Microchipped

His adoption fee is just $25, plus an $8.25 county dog license.

Could Walker be the missing piece to your family? After waiting so patiently, we would love nothing more than to see him finally walk out our doors and into a loving home.

📞 Call us today at 209-694-2730 to meet Walker, or stop by the shelter. Let’s find our longest resident the forever family he’s been waiting for. 🏡🐶💕

06/04/2026

Only a few days away until California Adopt-a-Pet Day at Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control! On June 6, all adoption fees are waived. Come visit us at 10040 Victoria Way in Jamestown from 11-2. We can’t wait to meet you.

06/02/2026

🐾 CLEAR THE SHELTER – FREE ADOPTIONS! 🐾

📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 10040 Victoria Way, Jamestown, CA 95327

All pets listed below are FREE to adopt during this special event!

Thanks in part to the support of the ASPCA and CalAnimals, we’re working to help more shelter pets find loving homes.

Come meet your new best friend and help us clear the shelter! 🐶🐱❤️

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05/28/2026

🚨Big news!

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control is participating in the third annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 6. Shelters across California will offer fee waived adoptions, and we’re so excited to be part of it. Stay tuned for featured animals.

04/29/2026

🐾 Kitten Season is Here! What Should You Do If You Find Kittens? 🐾

Spring and summer bring an influx of kittens, and while they may look abandoned, that’s not always the case. Knowing what to do can save lives! 💛

🐱 First, Pause and Observe!
If the kittens look clean, quiet, and tucked away, their mom is likely nearby. Mother cats often leave to find food and will return.
➡️ Watch from a distance for a few hours before intervening.

⚠️ Important: Kittens NEED Their Mom!
Very young kittens have a high rate of death if separated from their mother too early. Mom provides warmth, nutrition, and immune support that we simply cannot fully replace. Removing them too soon can unintentionally put them at serious risk.

🍼 If They Are Truly Alone

If the kittens are:

Crying constantly
Cold or weak
Dirty or covered in fleas
In immediate danger

Then they may need help right away.

❗ DO NOT give cow’s milk, this can make them very sick.

📞 Call Us First!
Before picking them up, contact Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Animal Control at 209-694-2730. We can guide you on the best next steps and help ensure the kittens get proper care.

🏠 If You Must Intervene

Keep them warm (a towel and heating pad on low works well). Handle minimally to reduce stress

Do not attempt to feed unless instructed

💡 Best Case Scenario
Kittens do best with their mom. If she’s around and the area is safe, leaving them in place is often the best option.

🐾 We know it’s hard to see tiny kittens and not scoop them up, but the right steps make all the difference.

📢 Share this post to help educate others during kitten season!