The Tulare County Animal Shelter forcuses on good adoptions. We take every effort to ensure the dog or cat and it's new family are a good match. As our mission statement indicates: "We are committed to reducing animal overpopulation by promoting adoptions, advocating for the welfare of animals by operating spay/neuter and humane education programs, encouraging responsible pet ownership and demonstrating respect for all living things." With this in mind, the shelter staff and volunteers advocate for good placement of our animals.

Don't forget - pets are available for adoption! Come see us at the Tulare County Animal Shelter, 14131 Avenue 256 in Visalia. If you have any questions, please contact us for more information at 636-DOGS (3647).

	Cats make wonderful pets and most will easily adjust to a variety of lifestyles and living spaces. Every cat is a true individual, though, so it's important to take the time to choose a four-footed friend who's right for you. The following spayed and neutered cats are available for adoption. Click Here for the flyer.

Tulare County Animal Control Shelter proudly presents

Home for the Holidays

Bring a new pet home for the holidays! Each day of December, one dog or cat will be highlighted for adoption! Visit our website each day to see the pet of the day and find out how you can bring him or her home! Or visit the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at 14131 Avenue 256, Visalia to adopt a dog or cat!

For the month of December:
Dog Adoptions: $58
Includes spay/neuter, first vaccination, bag of Science Diet dog food, leash, and a complimentary wellness exam.

Cat Adoptions: $38
Includes spay/neuter, first vaccination, bag of Science Diet cat food, and a complimentary wellness exam.

Pet of the Day for Friday, December 22, 2007
	Meet "Orange Tabby "
	Breed: Domestic Short Hair
	Gender: Male, Neutered
	Size:  Medium
	This orange tabby cat is a 1 ½ -years-old, with a short, smooth coat and gold eyes.  He is very playful and has a great personality!  This cat loves people and gets along well with other cats.  For more information on adopting this orange tabby cat, please contact the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note his ID TCAC086216A.

Pet of the Day for Friday, December 24, 2007
	Meet "Max"
	Breed: Border Collie/Lab mix
	Gender: Male, Neutered
	Size:  Medium
	Max is a 1-year-old, red and white Border Collie/Lab mix. Max is up to date on all of his vaccinations. He plays well with kids, likes other dogs, and is micro-chipped. To take Max home to your house for the holidays, please contact the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note his ID TCAC08639A.

Pet of the Day for Thursday, December 24, 2007
	Meet "Black Kitten"
	Breed: Domestic Short Hair
	Gender: Female
	Size:  Medium
	This Black Kitten is 4-months-old, and is very sweet. She is loves people, and loves to cuddle and purr. She is looking for a home to call her own! For more information on adopting this black kitten, please call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and not her ID TCAC68633.

Pet of the Day for Wednesday, December 25, 2007
	Meet "Shepherd mix"
	Breed: Shepherd mix
	Gender:  Female
	Size:  Medium
	This Shepherd mix is a sweetie! She is brown and white with a docked tail, and is up to date on all of her vaccinations. This dog is about 1-years-old and has a great, playful personality. She gets along well with other dogs. To bring this dog home to join your family, call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter on Wednesday, Dec. 26 at (559) 636-3647 and note her ID TCAC087078A.

Pet of the Day for Tuesday, December 25, 2007
	“Ginger” (Cat)
	Breed:  Domestic Short Hair- Gray
	Gender:  Female, Spayed
	Size:  Medium
	Ginger is a fun cat!  She is a 9-month-old, gray/black tiger-striped cat with green eyes.  She is current on all vaccinations.  Ginger is playful and loves to have her tummy scratched!  She came into the shelter as a stray, and is now looking for her forever home.  If you would like to adopt this awesome cat, please call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note her ID TCAC086515A.

Pet of the Day for Monday, December 26, 2007
	Meet “Flash!”
	Breed:  German Short Hair Pointer Mix
	Gender:  Male, Neutered
	Size:  Large
	Flash is a handsome 7-month-old German Short Hair Pointer Mix.  His fur has a Shar-Pei texture to it, so that particular breed may be a part of Flash’s heritage.  Flash is current on all vaccinations.  He is friendly and gets along well with other dogs.  Flash can walk on a leash and is very sweet, and loving.  If you would like more information about Flash, please call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and site his ID number- TCAC083825A.

Pet of the Day for Wednesday, December 27, 2007
	Meet "Black and White Tabby"
	Breed: Domestic Medium Hair
	Gender:  Female
	Size:  Large
	This black and white tabby cat is a big girl! She is 3-years-old with big yellow eyes. She is current on her vaccinations. She loves to cuddle and purrs like crazy when she’s being scratched! To bring this cat home for the new year, please call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note her ID TCAC086604A.

Pet of the Day for Friday, December 28, 2007
	Meet "Captain"
	Breed: Australian Shepherd Mix
	Gender: Male
	Size:  Large
	Captain is a 1-year-old, black and gray Australian Shepherd mix. He is up to date on his vaccinations. Captain is a happy, friendly, loving dog. He gets along well with other dogs, and he loves people! If you are interested in bringing Captain home for the holidays, contact the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note his kennel ID- TCAC086267A.

Pet of the Day for Wednesday, December 29, 2007
	Meet "Crystal"
	Breed: Domestic Short Hair
	Gender:  Female
	Size:  Medium
	Crystal is a tri-color tabby with big, pretty green eyes. She is 9-months-old and is up to date on all of her vaccinations. Crystal is a very sweet cat with a great personality. She is hoping for a new home before 2008! For more information on adopting Crystal, please contact the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note her ID TCAC087112A.

Pet of the Day for Wednesday, December 30, 2007
	Meet "Harley"
	Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/ Queensland/Rottweiler Mix
	Gender:  Female, Neutered
	Size:  Medium
	Harley is a 2-year-old spayed female and is current on her vaccinations.  She walks well on a leash.  Harley has a very sweet personality.  She is good with children and is a good watch dog.  Harley is looking for a country home this holiday season!  To adopt Harley, please call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note her ID TCAC086645A.

Pet of the Day for Monday, December 31, 2007
	Meet “Calico Kitty”
	Breed: Domestic Short Hair
	Gender:  Female
	Size: Medium
	Bring this Calico Kitty home before the new year! This cat is 3-years-old with really cool calico-markings. She has big yellow eyes, and is very sweet and friendly. She loves to be held and pet! If you would like to bring this calico cat home, please call the Tulare County Animal Control Shelter at (559) 636-3647 and note her ID TCAC087106A.