Angels Camp, CA… On Wednesday and Friday, February 24th and 26th, 2021, the Bret Harte High School FFA Chapter previewed the annual Kiss-A-Pig event through a virtual video that was displayed in the classrooms. While the tradition typically carried out with Bret Harte students putting money into their favorite teachers “pig cans” and winners kissing […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Joey – an energetic, hound mix eager to find his forever home. About one year old, Joey enjoys playing ball and will sit nicely when asked. He is very affectionate with his handlers and was excited to play with some of the other shelter dogs to which he was introduced. Not […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Oreo, a delightful shorthaired black and white tuxedo junior. Oreo can be on the shy side when meeting new people. She’s also likely not the first kitty to run up to you in greeting but once she’s been properly introduced, her loving personality emerges. A real sweetheart who adores being petted, […]
San Andreas, CA…On February 12, 2021, the County Trapper investigated a complaint of a skunk in a home that had contact with their dog near 10100-10400 Fricot City Road, San Andreas, CA. The Calaveras County Trapper caught and humanely euthanized the skunk on February 12, 2021, and transported it to Animal Services. The skunk was […]
San Andreas, CA…Valentine’s Day Event FREE Microchips February 12th, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Free Microchips!! Valentine’s Day Adoption Special February 12th & 13th – All Adoptions $14.00!! Event occurs on 02/12/2021 from All Day to .
San Andreas, CA… Meet Oliver, a shorthaired brown tabby adult with an A+ personality. Super friendly and affectionate, Oliver has yet to meet a human he didn’t like. Although estimated to be five years old, Oliver still has a lot of kitten playfulness and enjoys chasing anything that moves, especially his “feather-on-a-string” toy. Oliver arrived […]
San Andreas, CA…Valentine’s Day Event FREE Microchips February 12th, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Free Microchips!! Valentine’s Day Adoption Special February 12th & 13th – All Adoptions $14.00!!
Angels Camp, CA… Back in The Saddle! At The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee! On May 13-16, 2021 We are Back in the Saddle with our scholarship programs for young people. The Junior Fairboard, Miss Calaveras and the Calaveras Saddle Queen participants are eligible to win scholarships. For additional information visit frogtown.org/ competitions and programs […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Elsa, a German Shepherd dog of between five and six years of age. Elsa is unusual in that she is AKC registered and surrendered by her owners. There are many reasons why German Shepherds rate among the top ranks of canine royalty but experts say their defining attribute is above all […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Ozzy, a handsome tuxedo shorthaired junior. One of three littermates, Ozzy is very friendly, playful and cuddly. An adventurer who is always up for a good explore, he’s also quite gentle and keeps his claws in at all times. Ozzy currently resides in a communal room and gets along well with […]
Valley Springs, CA…His name is Chanse. He is a 9 month old Australian Shepherd mix. He has been missing since New Years Eve from Valley Springs next to the ball field on Sequoia Ave. He is very friendly and loves to play. He left the house with a blue harness on. If you see him […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Gabriel – a handsome shorthaired white and orange older junior tabby. Over-the-top friendly and a real cuddle bug, Gabriel has yet to meet a human he doesn’t like. He adores being held and absolutely melts in your arms when picked up. Gabriel must be an indoors only kitty, though – not […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Sprinkles – a lovely, medium-haired, dilute tortie. Extraordinarily friendly and outgoing, Sprinkles loves meeting new people and will likely take on the role of chief greeter in her new home. She enjoys being petted and brushed, too, though Sprinkles is not quite a lap cat (more what one might call a […]
Arnold, CA…On Wednesday afternoon (12/23) this cat was rescued from a tree in the Meadowmont subdivision in Arnold near Antler and 5th Green. “This cat is now at Calaveras Animal Services in San Andreas. Phone number is 754-6509 and they are open Tuesday – Saturday. The cat’s ID number is 052089. He was scanned for […]
San Andreas, CA… The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the newest addition to the patrol division. Deputy Michael Jericoff and Canine Deputy Storm (18 months old German Shepard) recently received certification and the department’s newest canine. To minimize the impact to the general fund, The Calaveras County Canine Unit orchestrated a T-shirts […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Capone, a sweet hound mix of about three years of age. A sensitive boy who startles easily to sound and sudden movement, Capone has a lot of love to give once he is comfortable with his person. He has made great strides as volunteers work with him to build confidence, though […]
San Andreas, CA… You can’t buy love but you CAN rescue it! These two sweethearts are representative of the beautiful, friendly, happy, healthy and playful kittens currently at the shelter looking for their forever homes. Can’t choose a single one? Why not adopt a pair! It really is much easier to raise a pair of […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Reece, a handsome hound mix estimated to be about a year and a half old. Reece arrived at the shelter with his brother, Timber, but they do not need to be adopted together. A sweet boy who wants most of all to burrow into a cozy lap, Reece has bonded well […]
Washington, D.C. … The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that it is revising its Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulation on the transportation of service animals by air to ensure a safe and accessible air transportation system. The final rule on Traveling by Air with Service Animals can be found HERE. The Department received more […]
San Andreas, CA… Calling all tortie aficionados! Meet Bai, a beautiful tortoiseshell cat with big golden eyes and a super-silky coat. Ten years young and very healthy, Bai looks and acts like a much younger kitty. She is at the shelter only because her caregiver passed away and relatives were unable to give her a […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Lindsay, a lovely shorthaired dilute Tortie estimated to be about eight years of age. With enormous green eyes and a calm, quiet personality, Lindsay is super cuddly and enjoys being petted and brushed. This sweet girl was found wandering near a busy highway and has a microchip, but her owner cannot be […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Lindsay, a lovely shorthaired dilute Tortie estimated to be about eight years of age. With enormous green eyes and a calm, quiet personality, Lindsay is super cuddly and enjoys being petted and brushed. This sweet girl was found wandering near a busy highway and has a microchip, but her owner cannot be […]
San Andreas… Meet Stirling, a handsome shorthaired solid gray adult. A big boy weighing in at a little over 14 pounds, Stirling has a calm, quiet personality. He is friendly but does not approach you when you enter his communal room, waiting instead for you to make the first move. Stirling has one place in […]
Murphys, CA…The Bret Harte FFA Chapter hosted the 31st annual Cow Pie Social at Ironstone Vineyards on Friday, October 30th beginning at 5:30 in the evening. Due to the COVID restrictions, the Bret Harte FFA chapter had to find a new way to continue a community tradition and our members sold tickets for a chance […]
San Andreas… Meet Odin, a confident, well-trained boy who was abandoned by his owner. A German Shepherd Dog mix, we estimate him to be between 5 and 6 six years of age. Known for their high intelligence, courage and loyalty, German Shepherd Dogs remain one of the most popular breeds in the country. True to […]
San Andreas… Meet Lucia, a gorgeous torbie with an adorable dab of orange on the tip of her tail. She was a very shy and scared pregnant young adult when she was found. Two weeks later, Lucia gave birth to four kittens. A dedicated mom, Lucia took excellent care of her kittens and is now […]
San Andreas, CA… Meet Shermie, a spunky terrier mix estimated to be about ten years old. A confident and affectionate dog, Shermie bonds easily with staff and volunteers. He very much enjoys being petted and handled, has nice leash manners and will sit patiently for treats. Though older, Shermie still has a lot of giddy […]
Valley Springs, CA…From the Calaveras Sheriff’s Dept…”Do you remember when Calaveras Sheriff’s Deputy Emmi rescued the Eagle at Hogan Lake a few months ago? Well today “Joey” was able to be released back into the wild! The Eagle, previously thought to be a Golden Eagle was determined to be a juvenile female Bald Eagle. Joey […]