Marin Humane

Marin Humane We transform lives through exceptional animal care, humane education, and advocacy. We're a local, independent nonprofit, not affiliated with HSUS or ASPCA.
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Every day, we inspire compassion and positive relationships between people and animals.

Santa's not the only one coming to town. We're also expecting a pair of storms here in Marin County, and they're bringin...
12/18/2025

Santa's not the only one coming to town. We're also expecting a pair of storms here in Marin County, and they're bringing some serious rain!

We could see up to 10 inches of rainfall across the county over the next week, so localized flooding is highly likely. Take the steps now - while the sun is still out! - to get prepared:

➡ Sign up to receive emergency alerts at AlertMarin.org.
➡ Have sandbags at hand if you live in a low-lying areas.
➡ Clear gutters & drains of leaves.
➡ Assemble a stay-box so you can avoid unnecessary travel.
➡ Make an emergency plan - and make sure it includes pets!
➡ Stay informed and updated.

You can find a list of sandbag locations at Emergency.MarinCounty.gov. Learn how to prepare at ReadyMarin.org or find pet-specific disaster prep information on our website here:

https://marinhumane.org/get-help/marin-animal-services/disaster-preparedness/

Bernie's everyone's favorite mutt here at the shelter, and recently we got to wondering: What breed mix is he REALLY? Br...
12/18/2025

Bernie's everyone's favorite mutt here at the shelter, and recently we got to wondering: What breed mix is he REALLY?

Breed mix isn't necessarily important but Bernie's a unique looking fellow, he's been with us a while, and everyone was just plain curious. So we decided to do an Embark Vet DNA test and get some answers!

What do you think we'll find on Bernie's Embark results? Some of the guesses from our staff include Akita Inu, French Bulldog, Australian Cattle Dog, and Certified Tennis Ball Monster.

Check out some pics of the handsome pup in question and let us know your guesses!

12/18/2025

There’s no place like home for the holidays… but what if you don’t have a home? 💔 Can you help us get these long-term shelter residents adopted?

You can meet Bernie, Clara, Bronco, Chula, Paleta Payaso, Tuna, and Phalange at the link in our bio. 🥰

It's not too late to help Winnie! 🙏Winnie’s the sweet dog who came to Marin Humane a few months ago in very bad shape. S...
12/18/2025

It's not too late to help Winnie! 🙏

Winnie’s the sweet dog who came to Marin Humane a few months ago in very bad shape. She had a broken pelvis and broken ribs, and she couldn’t move her back legs.

Winnie's been through so much. Bit she's come a long way with the help of pain medication, physical therapy, rest – and a lot of love!

However, cases like Winnie’s require significant resources and expenses, including medical costs, animal care, and staff time carrying out a cruelty investigation. We're currently awaiting an expert opinion regarding Winnie’s case, which will be the next step towards bringing her justice.

The good news is that Winnie had her re-check X-rays last Friday, and if all goes well, she'll be ready for her forever home soon!

We need your support to continue helping animals like Winnie. Your gift today will ensure that we are able to step up at a moment’s notice whenever animals need us!

Give here or by clicking the donation button: https://bit.ly/SaveMoreAnimalsLikeWinnie

We’re hosting our next drop-in Community Clinic for low-income pet parents of Marin County, on Saturday, January 31 at P...
12/17/2025

We’re hosting our next drop-in Community Clinic for low-income pet parents of Marin County, on Saturday, January 31 at Pell Plaza.

Bring your canine companion or feline friend to our mobile clinic at 500 Redwood Blvd., Novato, from 11:00am- 12:30pm to get:

➡Free vaccinations (DA2PP, FVRCP, rabies)!
➡Free microchipping!
➡Free pet food and supplies!

This event will happen rain or shine!

⚠This is a FREE event to help low-income Marin County families struggling to meet their pet’s needs.

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Estamos organizando nuestra próxima clínica comunitaria para padres de mascotas de bajos ingresos del condado de Marin el Sábado 31 de enero en Pell Plaza.

Traiga a su compañero canino o amigo felino a nuestra clínica móvil en 500 Redwood Blvd., Novato, de 11:00 am a 12:30 pm para obtener:

*Vacunas gratuitas (DA2PP, FVRCP, rabia)!
*¡Microchip gratis!
* ¡Comida y suministros para mascotas gratis!

**Sol o lluvia**

**Este es un evento GRATUITO para ayudar a las familias de bajos ingresos del condado de Marin que tienen dificultad para satisfacer las necesidades de sus mascotas.*

Clara recently hit a heartbreaking milestone: a whole year in the shelter. 💔This beautiful bunny's been with us since sh...
12/16/2025

Clara recently hit a heartbreaking milestone: a whole year in the shelter. 💔

This beautiful bunny's been with us since she was picked up as a stray on October 30, 2024(!!!!) in Nicasio. Clara was found alongside dozens of other bunnies, all dumped in a field and left to fend for themselves. Needless to say, domestic rabbits can't survive in the wild on their own, so we're extremely grateful to the folks who called our officers!

When we first took Clara in, she was covered in urine stains and mats, her nails were overgrown, and she was extremely shy. She clearly hadn't been living the cushiest lifestyle, even before she was abandoned. But over time, she's regained her sparkle and learned to love people!

Clara spent some time in foster and her foster family reported that she enjoyed hanging out with them while they read or watched TV. She loves having plenty of indoor space to explore and hop-around, and she'd be very happy with a variety of safe toys she can play with or chew on.

Will you be the hero who finally gives Clara a home of her own and a family she can depend on? If that might be you, come meet her! You can reach us at 415-506-6225 or stop by the shelter!

12/16/2025

Another week of adoptions in the books, another adorable slideshow, and another happy Monday! Thank you Hill’s Pet Nutrition for helping us waive adoption fees for a week so more families could bring pets home for the holidays!

What a magical Saturday we had at Hot Yoga Republic! 🥰 It was the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and send so...
12/15/2025

What a magical Saturday we had at Hot Yoga Republic! 🥰 It was the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and send some animals home for the holidays!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit and to all the adopters!

Thank you to our Hopalong Foster Program for bringing the cutest puppies you ever did see!

Thank you to Underdog Animal Rescue for joining us and bringing adorable adoptable animals!

Thank you to Hill’s Pet Nutrition for sponsoring adoption fees all weekend long!

And most of all, thank you to Hot Yoga Republic, Cartelligent, and Strawberry Village for bringing this adoption event to life!

Happy Hanukkah from Marin Humane! We hope everyone enjoyed their first night of the Festival of Lights! Here are a few s...
12/15/2025

Happy Hanukkah from Marin Humane! We hope everyone enjoyed their first night of the Festival of Lights! Here are a few shelter alumni getting festive! 🕎

Tomorrow's going to be a lot of fun! Join us at Hot Yoga Republic at Strawberry Village to meet adoptable kittens AND th...
12/12/2025

Tomorrow's going to be a lot of fun! Join us at Hot Yoga Republic at Strawberry Village to meet adoptable kittens AND these adorable pups from our Hopalong foster program! And thanks to Hill’s Pet Nutrition, adoption fees are waived all weekend long! 🎁

When 10-year-old Winnie came to Marin Humane in September, she couldn't move her back legs. X-rays and CT scans revealed...
12/11/2025

When 10-year-old Winnie came to Marin Humane in September, she couldn't move her back legs. X-rays and CT scans revealed Winnie had a broken pelvis and multiple broken ribs, in addition to evidence of other past injuries. 💔

Due to possible trauma to her lungs and concern for nerve damage in her back end, Winnie couldn't safely undergo surgery to repair her broken pelvis. And yet, despite everything she's been through, she shows a will to live that touches everyone who meets her.

While surgery couldn't resolve Winnie’s injuries, pain medication, physical therapy, and rest in a loving foster home has helped her come a long way in just a couple months. Now she's able to walk - and continues to share her opinion through her signature vocalizations whenever she deems it necessary! 😉

Because Winnie is a victim of animal cruelty, our Animal Services team is working diligently with the Marin County District Attorney’s office to help bring justice to her case. Cases like Winnie’s require significant resources including medical costs, animal care expenses, and staff time carrying out a cruelty investigation.

That’s why we need YOUR support to continue helping animals like Winnie – the animals who need us most! Please make your gift today because costs should not be a factor in our work to transform lives. When you make a gift to Marin Humane, you're truly saving lives! 💪

Give here or by clicking the donation button: https://bit.ly/SaveMoreAnimalsLikeWinnie

Address

171 Bel Marin Keys Boulevard
Novato, CA
94949

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 5:30pm
Thursday 10am - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10am - 5:30pm
Sunday 10am - 5:30pm

Telephone

(415) 883-4621

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