OC Animal Care: Adopt Dogs, Find Lost Pets & Support the Shelter Wish List

Animal shelters play a critical role in protecting animals and reuniting lost pets with their families. OC Animal Care is the main public animal shelter serving Orange County, providing care, rescue services, adoptions, and lost-pet reunification for thousands of animals every year.

Whether you are looking to adopt a dog, search for a lost pet, or support shelter animals, OC Animal Care offers multiple ways for the community to help.

March Adoption Promotion 🍀

Adoptable dogs at OC Animal Care shelter in Orange County waiting for loving homes

Find Your Lucky Charm at OC Animal Care

Your four-leaf clover might just have four paws.

Every wagging tail, gentle purr, and curious nose at the shelter could be the lucky companion that changes your life.

During March 2026, OC Animal Care is running a special adoption promotion:

🐾 Adopt a dog over 25 pounds and the adoption fee is waived.

This means you can welcome a new family member while giving a shelter dog the second chance they deserve.

Important notes:

Licensing fees still apply

Puppies 6 months old or younger are not included

If you’ve been thinking about adoption, now may be the perfect time to meet your new best friend

Adopt a Dog from OC Animal Care

Adopting a dog from a shelter is one of the most impactful ways to help animals in need.

Dogs available for adoption can be viewed online: Adopt-A-Pet | OC Animal Care

Adopting from a shelter not only saves a life but also creates space for another animal needing care.

Lost or Found a Dog in Orange County?

Many animals brought to OC Animal Care are lost pets, not abandoned animals.

If your dog is missing, check the official Lost and Found pet database: Lost & Found | OC Animal Care

Animals brought into the shelter are photographed and listed online so owners can search quickly.

Checking the database regularly significantly increases the chance of reuniting with your pet.

Tips for Finding a Lost Dog

If your pet goes missing, acting quickly is essential.

Recommended steps include:

🍀Search nearby areas first:

Many dogs stay close to where they were lost.

🍀Check shelter listings frequently

Animals may be brought in at any time.

🍀Post flyers

Include a clear photo and contact number.

🍀Share on social media

Community groups and neighborhood apps can help spread the word.

🍀Ask neighbors and local businesses

People in the area may have seen your pet. Share on the Nextdoor app.

Full guide: Tips on Finding a Lost Pet | OC Animal Care

Support OC Animal Care Through the Amazon Wish List

Shelters rely heavily on community donations to provide enrichment and daily care for animals.

OC Animal Care maintains a public Amazon Wish List where supporters can purchase supplies shipped directly to the shelter.

➡ Amazon.com

Cities Served by OC Animal Care

OC Animal Care provides field services and animal control for multiple cities across Orange County, including:

Anaheim

Brea

Cypress

Fountain Valley

Fullerton

Huntington Beach

Lake Forest

Orange

Placentia

San Juan Capistrano

Tustin

Villa Park

Yorba Linda

Unincorporated County Areas

These services include animal rescue, stray animal pickup, enforcement of animal regulations, and emergency response.

OC Animal Care Contact Information

General Information & Adoptions

📞 Phone: (714) 935-6848

🕘 Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 7 days a week

✉ Email: occrocpetinfo@occr.ocgov.com

📍 Address:

1630 Victory Road

Tustin, CA 92782

How You Can Help Shelter Animals Today

If you want to support animals in Orange County, you can:

🐾 Adopt a dog

https://petadoption.ocpetinfo.com/Adopt/#/home

🐾 Search for lost pets

https://petadoption.ocpetinfo.com/LostFound/#/home

🐾 Donate needed supplies

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1RLVXG7Y9HMNV

🐾 Share adoptable dogs with friends and family

Even small actions can help save lives and reunite families with their beloved pets.

Source: OC Animal Care: Adopt Dogs, Find Lost Pets & Support the Shelter Wish List - Hope Paws Support Fund