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Happy Community!Last week, our Animal Services Officers had the opportunity to visit a local South San José preschool ...
06/13/2026

Happy Community!

Last week, our Animal Services Officers had the opportunity to visit a local South San José preschool as part of the students' Community Helpers unit.

Our officers team spent time teaching the children about animal services, pet safety, what to do if they find a lost pet, and how microchips help reunite pets with their families. The students even got hands-on experience practicing microchip scanning with plush pets

Each student also received Junior Officer stickers and pet safety coloring pages to take home and share with their families.

The visit left a lasting impression. After the presentation, the children spent the rest of the day pretending to be Animal Services Officers and sharing what they had learned with their classmates.

We are grateful for opportunities like these to connect with young community members and help teach the next generation about responsible pet care and animal welfare. Thank you to the preschool staff for welcoming us into your classroom and making the visit such a memorable experience!

ALL-STAR ADOPTION WEEKEND! ⭐️Our all-stars are ready for their next big match: finding a forever home.This Friday throug...
06/12/2026

ALL-STAR ADOPTION WEEKEND! ⭐️
Our all-stars are ready for their next big match: finding a forever home.

This Friday through Sunday, you choose the adoption fee during our Name Your Price Adoption Event. Come meet our dogs and cats and maybe even add a new member to the team.

⭐️ ALL-STAR ADOPTION WEEKEND! ⭐️Our all-stars are ready for their next big match: finding a forever home.This Friday thr...
06/12/2026

⭐️ ALL-STAR ADOPTION WEEKEND! ⭐️
Our all-stars are ready for their next big match: finding a forever home.

This Friday through Sunday, you choose the adoption fee during our Name Your Price Adoption Event. Come meet our dogs and cats and maybe even add a new member to the team.

Silicon Valley Pet Project is hosting another Pet Adoption Event & Boutique this Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to Noon...
06/12/2026

Silicon Valley Pet Project is hosting another Pet Adoption Event & Boutique this Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to Noon, and we have got a surprise for you!

For the first time, some of our adoptable kittens from the San José Animal Care Center will be making a special appearance!

That's right, along with the wonderful dogs and community partners you know and love, a few tiny, whiskered VIPs will be joining the event in search of loving homes.

Stop by, meet our special guests, and maybe even take home your newest family member.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 10 a.m. to Noon
📍 Pup Plaza-14408 Union Ave, San Jose, CA 95124

Leave Kittens Alone… until it’s time to Fix at Six or 1.5 pounds! During kitten season, the best thing you can do for he...
06/11/2026

Leave Kittens Alone… until it’s time to Fix at Six or 1.5 pounds!

During kitten season, the best thing you can do for healthy outdoor kittens is to leave them where they are while mom continues caring for them. If kittens appear healthy, warm, and safe, they are not abandoned, their mother is caring for them. Removing them too soon can do more harm than good.

As kittens grow, timing matters. Once they reach approximately six weeks of age or 1.5 pounds, they are ready for the next step: spay/neuter surgery or “Fix at Six.”

Community members who bring kittens under six weeks or 1.5 pounds to our shelter will be asked to participate in our Emergency Foster program, where kittens remain in their care until they are large enough for their spay/neuter surgery.

We provide all necessary supplies and medical care if needed. Once kittens reach six weeks or 1.5 pounds, you will be able to schedule a spay/neuter appointment through our shelter.

Kittens under six weeks and 1.5 pounds should only be brought to the shelter if they are sick, injured, or in immediate danger. Otherwise, the safest choice is often to leave them in place, observe from a distance, and use our kitten aging guide before intervening.

A friendly reminder that our second Community Forum is one week away. Join us on Wednesday, June 17, at 5:30 p.m. at th...
06/10/2026

A friendly reminder that our second Community Forum is one week away. Join us on Wednesday, June 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the San José Animal Care Center.

This session will focus on Data Collection, Management, and Visualization. Connect directly with shelter staff, hear updates on animal care services and programs, and learn more about the work happening at the shelter.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions during the forum, time permitting. Questions may also be submitted in advance through the online form available on the ACS Event Calendar at bit.ly/ACSEventCalendar. Simply click on the Community Forum event on June 17, 2026, to access the form.

To support a fair and inclusive discussion within the available time, we aim to ensure as many attendees as possible have the opportunity to ask at least one question during the forum.

ACS and Miranda’s Rescue Update: Earlier today, Animal Care and Services (ACS) officers retrieved all, four dogs from Mi...
06/10/2026

ACS and Miranda’s Rescue Update:

Earlier today, Animal Care and Services (ACS) officers retrieved all, four dogs from Miranda’s Rescue. The dogs are now en route back to the San José Animal Shelter.

Officers reported no immediate health concerns at the time of pickup. Upon arrival, each dog will receive a full medical examination by our veterinary team to identify any visible or underlying health needs.

For more information and updates, visit the ACS and Miranda’s Rescue FAQ webpage: bit.ly/MirandasRescueFAQ

06/10/2026

Last week, 12 kittens of various ages arrived at our shelter after being discovered inside a dumpster.
 
A compassionate community member heard their cries, investigated, and immediately brought them to safety. In this case, intervening was absolutely the right thing to do.
 
We often encourage people to leave healthy outdoor kittens where they are while mom cares for them. But these kittens were in immediate danger, and the best thing for these babies was to bring them into our shelter.
 
Three of the kittens are now in foster care, while the remaining nine are being cared for at the shelter. All 12 have received their initial vaccines, and a few are currently being treated for URI.
 
While this story is heartbreaking, it is also a reminder of the incredible work our shelter teams do every day, especially kitten season. From intake exams and medical treatment to feeding, cleaning, monitoring, and socialization, our dedicated staff, fosters, volunteers are there for pets when they need it most.
 
Thank you to the community member who stepped up to help, and to our shelter teams who continue showing up for animals in need every single day. ❤️
 
AdoptDontShop

Join us for our second community forum on Wednesday, June 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the San José Animal Care Center. This seco...
06/05/2026

Join us for our second community forum on Wednesday, June 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the San José Animal Care Center. This second session will cover Data Collection, Management, and Visualization.

Connect directly with shelter staff, hear updates on animal care services and programs, and learn more about the work happening at the shelter.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and the forum begins at 5:30 p.m. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions during the event, time permitting. Questions may also be submitted online in advance by visiting the ACS event calendar and filling out the online form.

06/05/2026

Hey ! This evening one of our shelter volunteers shares what a typical shift looks like, from checking socialization notes, to spending time with adult cats, shy cats, and playful kittens:
 
“A typical volunteer shift for me starts with checking the binders in each cat room… I usually start with the adult cats and then make my way down to the kittens, spending time with each one through play, petting, treats, or just sitting with them if they’re feeling shy.
 
A big part of volunteering is helping cats get comfortable with people and showing them that human interaction can be positive and safe… It’s so rewarding to see a cat go from scared and unsure to seeking out attention and affection.” 
 
Want to become a Cat/Kitten Socializer volunteer? Here is how to get started:
📌 Step 1: Attend a Volunteer Orientation (required first step)
📌 Step 2: Submit the online volunteer application and agreements (approval takes ~5–7 business days)
📌 Step 3: Complete required training (online and role-specific classes once approved)
📌 Step 4: Start volunteering through our scheduling system (details shared after onboarding)
 
Upcoming opportunities:
• Volunteer Orientation – Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 11 a.m.
• Volunteer Orientation – Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11 a.m.
 
Want to volunteer in our kitten hut or foster kittens? This hands-on training covers everything you need to know to confidently support our kitten nursery.
• Kitten 101 Class – Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 10 a.m.
 
📍 San José Animal Care Center- 2750 Monterey Rd, San José, CA 95111
 
No experience needed, just patience, kindness, and a love for cats.
 
KittenSeason MakeADifference

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2750 Monterey Road
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95111

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