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Rancho Coastal Humane Society

Animal shelter in Encinitas, CA

Our Mission:
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is dedicated to saving lives of abandoned companion animals, promoting adoption into loving homes and offering education programs and support services that inspire and strengthen the human-animal bond.

Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) was founded in 1960 by animal lover Maria K. Lloyd who purchased property off a small dirt road in Encinitas, California. At that time, the shelter was home to dogs, cats, birds, goats, sheep and even a burro named Milton. Today, that dirt road is I-5, but the shelter still operates out of the same little yellow house.

RCHS is well-known for its personalized pet adoption process and humane education programs. RCHS is also recognized for services that strengthen the human-animal bond, including the Animal Safehouse Program, the Community Pet Food Bank, Pet-Assisted Therapy and Pet Loss Support programs, and community outreach that provides a “helping paw” to people in crisis. At RCHS, we believe everyone should be able to keep their beloved pets safe, healthy and by their sides.

A member of the San Diego Animal Welfare Coalition, RCHS abides by the pledge that NO healthy, treatable animal will ever be euthanized for time or space. Our shelter stands with the Coalition and abides by the Asilomar Accord when it comes to serving this community and its animals!

Based on statistical reporting through the national database, Shelter Animals Count, RCHS currently maintains a 100% Live Release or Save Rate. This refers to the percentage of animals leaving the shelter either through adoption, transfer or return to owner.

At Rancho Coastal Humane Society, we believe that Every Animal Deserves a Tomorrow®.

Contact
Address
389 Requeza Street
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Meet their adoptable pets

389 Requeza Street

Encinitas, CA 92024

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Rancho Coastal Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Tom Bombadil's adoption status with email updates.
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Tom Bombadil

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Miriel's adoption status with email updates.
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Miriel

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Baked Alaska's adoption status with email updates.
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Baked Alaska

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 6 yrs
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Mila's adoption status with email updates.
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Mila

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 5 yrs 6 mos
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Roux's adoption status with email updates.
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Roux

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Regatta's adoption status with email updates.
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Regatta

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Kelly's adoption status with email updates.
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Kelly

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 11 yrs
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Ebony & Eddie (Bonded Pair)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Ebony & Eddie (Bonded Pair)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Encinitas, CA

Shelter FAQs

San Diego County

Additional adoption info

One of RCHS' main goals is the adoption of animals to permanent, loving homes. RCHS' adoption process is tailored to find the best match between pets and people.

HERE ARE THE STEPS YOU'LL GO THROUGH IN THE ADOPTION PROCESS:

Before you can see (that is, pet, cuddle, walk, and get to know) any animal you've seen in our kennels, we'll ask you to complete some paperwork. This paperwork must be completed first in order to minimize stress for you and the animals. Our process includes asking questions in order to make the best match between animal and owner. We like to gain a better understanding about your expectations, past experiences, and current animals at home.

Once all the paperwork has been satisfactorily completed, you may handle and visit the animal you're interested in. You'll have a counseling session with a knowledgeable member of our staff who will fill you in on the history and needs of that animal, and his feeding and exercise requirements. You can ask your counselor any questions about spaying or neutering, housetraining, obedience training, scratching (in cats), veterinary care, how to deal with fleas and ticks, and anything else you can think of.

You will be asked to sign an adoption contract and pay an adoption fee. We will provide you with a list of all items and medical treatments that are included in your adoption fee.

Adoption application

https://rchumanesociety.org/adopt/adoption-process/

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We'll also keep you updated on Maxxie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maxxie

German Shepherd Dog/Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Dragon's adoption status with email updates.
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Dragon

Russian Blue

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
National City, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Zea (bonded to Tiza and Xeep)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Zea (bonded to Tiza and Xeep)

Guinea Pig

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Imperial Beach, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Fennec's adoption status with email updates.
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Fennec

Husky/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Carlsbad, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Graycie's adoption status with email updates.
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Graycie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Imperial Beach, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Lando's adoption status with email updates.
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Lando

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
San Diego, CA

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