VVAPL Blog
Pieology Helps The Animals At VVAPL
Last month the new Pieology in Victorville had a fundraiser for VVAPL. All proceeds went to help the animals at the shelter. It was very successful, a lot of people in the community came out to support our shelter. Also, four dogs that were brought to the event found homes. Thank you Pieology for
National Pet Dental Health Month
February is celebrated as Pet Dental Health Month to give accent to the importance of dental health for our pets. It is sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) as a subtle reminder to keep an eye on Fido’s and Fluffy’s teeth. While this reminder holiday is
Got Dogs Get Training
Free Dog Training - Get 1 free dog training session with an adoption. (Assigned at the time of adoption) Training will be at the shelter on Saturdays at 11:00 am with professional dog trainer Kevin Kinzer. Additional training available. 6 week course with adoption is $100.00, without adoption is
Bear Den Pack 464 visits VVAPL
Bear Den Pack 464 stopped by VVAPL to work on a badge. They took a tour of the Humane Society and learned tips on animal safety, pet ownership and microchipping. Ambassador dog Millie taught them how to pet a dog safely, and Dr. Velasco explained about the medical care he provides to our animals.
ICR Staffing Services Inc. Comes Through Big During Holiday Donation Drive
For the second year, ICR Staffing Services Inc. has come through BIG during our annual Holiday Donation Drive. Melanie Lovingood, president of ICR Staffing, helped fill our shelves with one of the much-needed items used daily for cleaning and sanitizing - an amazing 15 cases of paper towels.
Kiwanis Club of Apple Valley & Apple Valley Feed Bin Donate Food
The Kiwanis Club of Apple Valley and Apple Valley Feed Bin donated 1020 pounds of dry dog and cat food during VVAPL Humane Society’s 4th annual Holiday Donation Drive. The club has been donating to VVAPL since 1990 and in partnership with Apple Valley Feed Bin since 2006. Their generosity
Vaccine Clinic Open 4 Days a Week Starting January 2
VVAPL Humane Society’s low-cost vaccine clinic will increase their days from two to four days a week. Starting January 2, the vaccine clinic will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9am to noon. This is a walk-in clinic with no appointment necessary. The vaccine pricing will
Ring in 2018 with Your Pet
2018 can be the start of something good, not just for you, but also for your pet. Here’s some simple things you can do for you and your pet to ring in the New Year. Yearly checkup – Both you and your pet can benefit from a medical once over. Are all vaccines up-to-date? What about yearly
VVAPL’s Paws for Peace Christmas Float
VVAPL Humane Society is spreading Peace on Earth with their float “Paws for Peace” in the Victorville and Adelanto Christmas parades. Staff, family, friends, Ambassador Dog Millie and shelter dogs remind people that pets bring Joy to the World and stand with all animals to bring
Holiday Safety for Pets
Change isn’t your pet’s friend. Animals can be sensitive to changes in their routines. Try to keep you pet on their normal feeding, play and exercise schedules. Pets need a getaway. Pets can becomes stressed and frightened by the constant noise from ringing doorbells, loud voices, people
