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Volunteers in Defense of Animals (IRVINE)

Animal rescue in Irvine, 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
Phone
Address
Irvine, CA 92602
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Adoptable pets at Volunteers in Defense of Animals (IRVINE)

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Irvine, CA
We'll also keep you updated on SILVER's adoption status with email updates.
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SILVER

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Irvine, CA
We'll also keep you updated on CALI's adoption status with email updates.
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CALI

Calico

Female, 8 mos
Irvine, CA
We'll also keep you updated on CALI's adoption status with email updates.
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CALI

Calico

Female, 8 mos
Irvine, CA
We'll also keep you updated on WEEBLE's adoption status with email updates.
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WEEBLE

Domestic Shorthair

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Greyhound

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Irvine, CA
We'll also keep you updated on ELLIE's adoption status with email updates.
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ELLIE

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Irvine, CA
We'll also keep you updated on WENDY's adoption status with email updates.
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WENDY

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 2 mos
Irvine, CA

Rescue FAQs

All of Southern California. We also fly out animals all across the U.S. if needed!

  • 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 and puppies, $159 for cats, and $175 for kittens. The feed 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
FRCP 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/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Volunteers in Defense of Animals (IRVINE)

9livesrescue center

12835 Evanston Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90049

The Blue Bell Foundation for Cats

20982 Laguna Canyon Rd.,
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Feline

Hesperia, CA 92344

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Mission Viejo, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Missy's adoption status with email updates.
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Missy

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Burbank, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Elvis's adoption status with email updates.
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Elvis

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male
Seal Beach, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Finnegan's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Finnegan

Dachshund/Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Adult
Mission Viejo, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Lady's adoption status with email updates.
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Lady

Chihuahua

Female, 7 mos
Carson, CA
We'll also keep you updated on MAGGIE's adoption status with email updates.
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MAGGIE

Siberian Husky

Female, Adult
Tustin, CA

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