Woods Humane Society, Inc. is a nonprofit, privately funded organization dedicated to the humane care of unwanted animals in San Luis Obispo County. Our Staff, volunteers, and board of directors are dedicated to upholding our Mission and preserving the welfare of our present and future animals.
While we cooperate with the State Humane Association of California, the American Humane Association, and The Humane Society of the United States, Woods does not receive financial support from them. Only 20% of our revenues to care for the animals are generated by service fees, the other 80% is generated from fund-raising events, grants, wills, and mainly community donations.
Woods Humane Society is proud to be a leader among the nation’s humane organizations. Thanks to loyal and broad-based community support, and the diligent efforts of our dedicated staff and volunteers, Woods placement rate averages 97%, an outstanding achievement.
None of this work could be completed without the incredible support of our community and our wonderful volunteers.
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
875 Oklahoma Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
San Luis Obispo County
Additional adoption info
If you are interested in adopting an animal, please visit our shelter and spend time with the animals. Upon application approval the adoption will be processed.
Puppies (under 5 months of age): $200
Dogs (5 months - 7 years): $150
Dogs (7+ years): $100
Kittens (under 5 months of age): $150
Cats (5 months - 7 years): $80
Cats (7+ years): $65
Adopting a feline includes:
Spay/Neuter
Micro Chip and Registration
Distemper Vaccination
FeLV/FIV Test (4 months or older)
Temporary collar and tag
Cat Carrier
Free Veterinary Health Exam
Starter bag of food
Canine Adoptions include:
Spay/Neuter
Micro Chip and Registration
Distemper Vaccination
Rabies Vaccination
County License(SLO county only)
Temporary collar and tag
Temporary Leash
Free Veterinary Health Exam
Starter bag of food
Shandon, CA 93461
Templeton, CA 93465
PO Box 1472,
Lompoc,
CA
93436
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