Humboldt County Animal Shelter

Humboldt County Animal Shelter This page is 100% run by volunteers in support of the work done at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter in McKinleyville California.
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The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office Animal Shelter is in place to accept stray, abandoned and neglected domesticated animals from the public. Due to the high population of these animals, the shelter does not take in owner surrenders. After the 4 business day hold required by State law, the Staff evaluates the temperament and health of the animals not returned to their owners. Cats are felv/fiv te

sted and dogs are temperament tested. If an animal fails its temperament test (for food, dog, or people aggression), or its health evaluation, the Shelter either has the animal humanely put to sleep OR the rescue coordinators for the Shelter look for every possible avenue in and out of the County to save its life. All animals who pass all the tests are put up for adoption. Before being released to a new owner, every dog and cat is neutered or spayed.

06/06/2026

Oreo, Dozer, and Laguna went on a river outing together! Are you looking for a companion to join you on hikes, adventures, and river trips? Come meet these three today!

06/06/2026

Ketchup is excited for today!

"Ketchup is going to be such a great companion for somebody! He loves to just be where we are and will happily hang out with us whether it's on the couch, going for a ride, or working on projects in the yard.
While Ketchup is blind, it didn't take him long to learn to navigate the stairs to our yard, where the water bowl is, and most importantly: where the comfy dog beds and couch are. He has gotten along really great with our three dogs as well as our cat, and often can be found laying next to one of them. His happy tail wags when we tuck him in with a blanket on the couch are just too cute!" ~Foster

Ketchup is estimated to be around 6 years old and weighs about 50 pounds.

These two photos were taken almost exactly 6 months apart. The photo on the left is Batman at 6 months old and the photo...
06/05/2026

These two photos were taken almost exactly 6 months apart. The photo on the left is Batman at 6 months old and the photo on the right is him at a year old.

Batman has now spent half his young life at the shelter. He is the sweetest boy and a volunteer favorite to spend time with. Please search the page for Batman to see all the adventures he has been on! He is cuddly, smart, fun, and social with other dogs. And did we mention handsome!

We’re hoping tomorrow is his day to find a loving home!

Saturday June 6th all adoptions are free! Make sure to send in an application in advance to make it easier to see an animal tomorrow.

Tomorrow is the day all adoption fees are covered thanks to the ASPCA in partnership with CalAnimals for the third annua...
06/05/2026

Tomorrow is the day all adoption fees are covered thanks to the ASPCA in partnership with CalAnimals for the third annual California Adopt-A-Pet Day!

Scooby, Sandstorm, Dean, and Dozer are just a few dogs that’ll be available to meet! To see all the animals available go to https://24petconnect.com/hmco.

The shelter will be open from 10-4. If you are looking to adopt a dog make sure to bring your own dog (or any that live on the property) with you to meet the potential new family member. We highly recommend sending in an application ahead of time; especially if you rent so staff are able to connect with your landlord. An approved application is needed before meeting any animals.

Adoption application: https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter

Phone: 707-840-9132
Email: [email protected]
Address: 980 Lycoming Ave, McKinleyville, Ca
Hours: M/T/Th/F/Sa 10-4, W 10-7

Message us if you have any questions!

If you find yourself out and about this weekend please consider picking up some some tasty dog treats for the shelter pu...
06/04/2026

If you find yourself out and about this weekend please consider picking up some some tasty dog treats for the shelter pups!

Every day volunteers arrive at the shelter and take the dogs out for walks and fun. Treats are used often and our reserves are low. Local pet stores, grocery stores, and Costco are just a few options. In the comments we've included our online wish lists as well (soft training treats are the most needed).

Puppy Wren and all the other dogs say Thank You!!!

And don’t forget this Saturday 6/6 is free adoption day from 10-4!

06/03/2026

This Saturday, June 6th, the Humboldt County Animal Shelter will be waiving adoptions fees!

New faces!For one day only this Saturday, June 6th, all adoption fees are covered!There are a variety of dogs and cats w...
06/02/2026

New faces!

For one day only this Saturday, June 6th, all adoption fees are covered!

There are a variety of dogs and cats waiting to meet you! The shelter will be open from 10-4. If you are looking to adopt a dog make sure to bring your own dog (or any that live on the property) with you to meet the potential new family member. We highly recommend sending in an application ahead of time; especially if you rent so staff are able to connect with your landlord. An approved application is needed before meeting any animals.

Adoption application: https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter

Phone: 707-840-9132
Email: [email protected]
Address: 980 Lycoming Ave, McKinleyville, Ca
Hours: M/T/Th/F/Sa 10-4, W 10-7

If you would like to see all the animals up for adoption head over to https://24petconnect.com/hmco.

Message us if you have any questions!

All adoption fees are covered thanks to ASPCA in partnership with CalAnimals for the third annual California Adopt-A-Pet Day.

06/02/2026

Daisy and Donald are available for adoption!

For one day only this Saturday, June 6th, all adoption fees are covered!There are a variety of dogs and cats waiting to ...
06/01/2026

For one day only this Saturday, June 6th, all adoption fees are covered!

There are a variety of dogs and cats waiting to meet you! The shelter will be open from 10-4. If you are looking to adopt a dog make sure to bring your own dog (or any that live on the property) with you to meet the potential new family member. We highly recommend sending in an application ahead of time; especially if you rent so staff are able to connect with your landlord. An approved application is needed before meeting any animals.

Adoption application: https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter

Phone: 707-840-9132
Email: [email protected]
Address: 980 Lycoming Ave, McKinleyville, Ca
Hours: M/T/Th/F/Sa 10-4, W 10-7

If you would like to see all the animals up for adoption head over to https://24petconnect.com/hmco.

Message us if you have any questions!

All adoption fees are covered thanks to ASPCA in partnership with CalAnimals for the third annual California Adopt-A-Pet Day.

Recent photos by volunteers!Contact the shelter if you’d like to foster or adopt any of these beauties!Adoption/Foster a...
05/29/2026

Recent photos by volunteers!

Contact the shelter if you’d like to foster or adopt any of these beauties!

Adoption/Foster application: https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter

Phone: 707-840-9132
Email: [email protected]
Address: 980 Lycoming Ave, McKinleyville, Ca
Hours: M/T/Th/F/Sa 10-4, W 10-7

Address

980 Lycoming Avenue
McKinleyville, CA
95519

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+17078409132

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