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Volunteers in Defense of Animals (PASADENA)

Animal rescue in Pasadena, CA

Volunteers in Defense of Animals (VIDA) is a 501c3 and consists of a small group of volunteers and a network of foster homes. We help find homes for homeless dogs and cats, care and protect neglected and abused animals. We are working to end the suffering and mistreatment of dogs and cats in Southern California. We bring spay and neuter services to areas where families cannot afford them; we facilitate the rescue, foster care, and adoption of animals whenever possible, and we offer education and support to those involved in the care of animals.

Contact Laura Sandoval
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Pasadena, CA 91108
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Adoptable pets at Volunteers in Defense of Animals (PASADENA)

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MAGGIE

Labrador Retriever

Female, 8 mos
Pasadena, CA
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KEIKO

Labrador Retriever/Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr
Pasadena, CA
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MOON

Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Pasadena, CA
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DAKOTA

American Staffordshire Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Pasadena, CA
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DOLLY

Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Pasadena, CA
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ANNIE

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Pasadena, CA

Rescue FAQs

We serve all of Southern California.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our adoption fee is $350 for dogs $475 for puppies under 11 months, $189 for cats, and $225 for kittens. The fees include:

Dogs:
Spay/Neuter
All shots up to date (puppies with at least 2 sets of DHLPP)
Flea Medication
Deworming (puppies 2 sets)
Microchip and Microchip Registration
Collar
Temporary Leash

Cats/kittens
Spay/Neuter
FVRCP vaccines up to date (Feline Rhinotracheitis Calicivirus Panleukopenia)
Deworming
Flea medication up to date
Free health exam at the closest VCA Hospital
$1000 accident insurance if pet is lost

Microchip - Includes lifetime registration to new owner

Leukemia test - $40
(Please advise when making your appointment if you want this test done.)

Adoption fee is non-refundable, but we will work hard until you are happy with the adoption.

Adoption application

https://www.vida4animals.org/adoption-application/

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DONNIE

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Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
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ZOE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
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Minnie

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Puppy
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Needs Home Fast
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SULLY

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr
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Special Needs
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MR. BEAN

Miniature Poodle

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos
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NIKKS

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Irvine, CA

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