Dedicated Animal Welfare Group (DAWG)

Dedicated Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) DAWG provides medical care and helping hands to comfort sick, injured, neglected and frightened animals that come into the Mission Viejo Animal Shelter.

DAWG is committed to providing medical care and helping hands to comfort sick, injured and frightened animals that come into the Mission Viejo animal shelter until they can be reunited with their families or, in the event they have been abandoned, adopted to new families.

07/29/2026

Join Mission Viejo Animal Services and Mission Viejo Library & Cultural Services for the "Paws for a Good Book" event on Tuesday, August 4 at 3 pm at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center. Practice reading aloud to resuce dogs, participate in themed activities, and spend time with some wonderful animal friends outdoors. 🐾📚🐶

This program is weather permitting. Age 5 and older.

For more information, email [email protected]

07/29/2026

Meet Echo, a charming 5-year-old domestic short-haired cat. Echo arrived as a stray at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, so his history is a mystery, but his eyes reveal a sweet, old soul.

Having an old soul doesn’t mean weakness; rather, it reflects a gentle, patient, kind, and tender nature. While he may take some time to warm up, once he feels safe and comfortable with you, his affectionate and loving personality truly shines. You’ll know he’s content by his gentle purring and his big paws kneading away as if making biscuits.

Echo enjoys catnip, chin scratches, and especially treats. He would thrive best in a calm, peaceful home and might do well alongside another gentle old soul to share his next chapter with.

If you want to meet Echo, stop by 28095 Hillcrest today. For more information, call 949-470-3045.

We hope to see everyone at National Night Out! 🎉DAWG will be there with a fun and unique wildlife craft for kids. Stop b...
07/27/2026

We hope to see everyone at National Night Out! 🎉

DAWG will be there with a fun and unique wildlife craft for kids. Stop by, say hello, and learn more about DAWG and our partnership with Mission Viejo Animal Services Center's "Mission for Wildlife" program!
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DAWG is sponsoring a cat and kitten adoption promotion! 🐾Do you have room in your heart and home for a new feline friend...
07/23/2026

DAWG is sponsoring a cat and kitten adoption promotion! 🐾
Do you have room in your heart and home for a new feline friend? Visit Mission Viejo Animal Services Center and meet the wonderful cats and kittens waiting for loving forever homes! ❤️😻

07/19/2026

UPDATE: Koa was a Mission For Home rescue from the Kauai Humane Society and was flown to the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center to find his forever home. Today, he is living his best life at the beach with his canine friends, Ziggy and River. His family says they fall more in love with him every day! Mission Viejo Animal Services Center City of Rancho Santa Margarita - Local Government City of Laguna Niguel - Government City of Laguna Hills City of Aliso Viejo - Local Government City of Mission Viejo, CA - Local Government

Celebrating Bruce T., MVAS Volunteer of the Month! For the month of July, Mission Viejo Animal Services is celebrating B...
07/09/2026

Celebrating Bruce T., MVAS Volunteer of the Month!

For the month of July, Mission Viejo Animal Services is celebrating Bruce T. for nearly 25 years of dedicated volunteer service!

Bruce began as a Cat Care volunteer while teaching sixth grade full-time in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District. He jokingly credits his years in the classroom for preparing him to work with animals. 🐾

Alongside his wife, Nancy, Bruce spent many years volunteering in the cattery, where they also found and adopted two beloved shelter cats, Olivia and Madeline, who both lived long and happy lives.

Today, Bruce is a friendly Greeter at the shelter, welcoming visitors, supporting staff, and helping those who come through the doors. He is also an active member of DAWG, serving as our Membership Chair and helping organize fundraising efforts throughout the year.

Bruce’s kindness, commitment, and decades of service have made a lasting impact on MVAS, DAWG, and the animals we all work so hard to help.

Please join us in congratulating Bruce on this well-deserved honor! 💙🐶🐱

This Fourth of July, please help keep your pets safe. Fireworks can be overwhelming and are one of the biggest reasons p...
07/01/2026

This Fourth of July, please help keep your pets safe. Fireworks can be overwhelming and are one of the biggest reasons pets go missing this time of year. Keep them indoors in a secure, quiet space, make sure their ID tags are on and their microchip information is current, and give them plenty of comfort and reassurance.

While you're celebrating, remember that Mama Muffin and her adorable puppies, Banana Nut, Blueberry, Lemon Poppyseed, Chocolate Chip & Apple Cinnamon are spending the holiday here at the shelter, patiently waiting for loving homes of their own. If you've been thinking about adding a furry family member, there's no better time to come meet them.

A few simple steps can make all the difference. From all of us at the DAWG, thank you for helping keep pets safe this holiday. Have a happy, safe, and pet-friendly Fourth of July! ❤️🇺🇸
Mission Viejo Animal Services Center City of Mission Viejo, CA - Local Government City of Laguna Niguel - Government City of Laguna Hills City of Rancho Santa Margarita - Local Government City of Aliso Viejo - Local Government

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Mission Viejo, CA
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