Fantastic experience while adopting two cats, staff was very knowledgeable of each individual cat and behavior profiles were spot on. She even warned me that Charlie can be a handful at times which she was right but my household grew to love him just the same.
Four years ago, I adopted one of my cats from Valley Animal Center. Recently, I returned to foster a spirited dog who had been through a lot. I quickly fell in love with him, and just two weeks after bringing him home, he officially became part of our family. The staff at Valley Animal Center stayed in close contact throughout the process, guiding us through his medical challenges. I can't express enough how positive my experience was. I highly recommend them if you're considering adopting or fostering!
Got my loving orange kitty here instantly knew he would be great for me and my other kitten and has been a wonderful addition to the family !
I personally love going there, they have friendly staff and it seems like all the adoptable pets are healthy. I personally take my two dogs there regularly for check ups and vaccinations and I love how they tell me tell what exactly the medication they provide does for my dog. I also love going to the events they host. I like volunteering here since they let you play around with the pets.
Valley Animal Center has become a huge part of my life and personality throughout the years. I first started volunteering at the center for a high school service learning project. I quickly fell in love with all the animals. It was so nice to see the staff and volunteers care so much about the animals they care for and seeing the cats and dogs get adopted was exhilarting and filled me with so much joy. Although, I was sad to see them all go, I was happy many animals found their forever home. I also believe greatly in No-kill shelters and and grateful for Valley Animal Center for their perserverence and will to continue to uphold these values. The staff is all incredibly kind and the animals are all unique and lovely in their own way. I will be returning to volunteer once more soon!!
I have been dealing with the Valley Animal Center since the 1980's when it was the California Feline Foundation. My most recent experience was when I needed help with 2 kittens that showed up at my home late at night on 8-10-23 searching for food. I was going through a medical situation that made me doubt if I could handle any more pets. I reached out to V.A.C. and was able to be put on the foster to surrender program. There was no room for intake at the time. They gave the kittens all the shots they needed and spayed them both. As time went by my medical issue was under control. My husband and I fell in love with Laverne and Shirley by the time there was room for intake at the beginning of December. So, we became a "foster failure" and ended up adopting the girls. We were offered a discount with the December promotion and paid $37.00 for both of the girls. That was a financial lifesaver since we are paying a lot for medical care for 2 of our senior kitties. A special shout out to Lynn Vasquez for all of her help with this situation.
I have been a volunteer for many years at Valley Animal Center. I have seen directors come and go for various reasons but whoever has the privilege of taking the job has always done an excellent job and care so much for the animals in their care. The facility is clean, caring, and everyone there works hard to make the pets comfortable during their stay and they work hard to place them in loving homes.
I am sad for me when one of my "favorites" isn't in the Center when I go to volunteer, but I am also elated that they have found a forever home.
I cuddly cats, work fundraisers and donate items that are needed. I have also included the Valley Animal Center in my will. They are very deserving of anyone's help and also deserving of this award.
We have fostered and adopted four senior dogs from the VAC since 2021. Two have crossed the Rainbow Bridge, but Remy and Ava make us laugh every day with their silliness. We will continue to adopt from the VAC when the time comes as we know they have been cared for as best as possible in a shelter environment.
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When I started volunteering at the VAC in November 2021, I didn't know whether I could handle it. As a dog lover, I wondered whether it would be too emotionally hard to interact with them.
Instead, I found it amazingly easy. The dogs may not be in their furever homes, but they are safe, well-fed and loved. The staff wants the best for the animals and it shows.
My husband and I have adopted two senior dogs and we are fostering a third from the VAC. They make us happy and it's so effortless to make them content.
I have adopted three shelter animals and my heart is full of love. Valley Animal Center has supported us in every step of the process and still to this day. They and the staff are amazing.
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I have supported Valley Animal Center for years. They have treated my dogs and cats as well as helped with medical conditions. They are compassionate and understanding in the worst of times. Their facility is so clean and well kept, the staff is amazing. I have attended many functions and have enjoyed each one. I have adopted my pets from VAC and will continue to do so.
Very kind and informational everytime I’ve gone in for appointments and the times I have adopted from them
Besides adopting my wonderful Lilly at Valley Animal Center 7 years ago, I’ve been a volunteer with them for 8 years. What I love about them is seeing first hand how they care for every adoptable soul who comes into the facility. The love and caring compassion shown to each adoptable helps them find amazing forever homes
I am neonatal RN who at home take care of senior and special needs kitties. I followed VAC on line for years and donated to them, because I always thought they are wonderful rescue, they not only house animals, they also take care of their health issues, making sure animals are not only safe indoors, but also healthy and comfortable. I love that they also have Feral cat sanctuary for these animals who can not thrive indoors in homes, but still they can be cared for in safe place. Finally I decided to drive 3 hours to them and adopt. their staff communicated with me prior adoption, choosing which kitties would be most suitable for my home situation. I took home sweet boy who was in their care for 4 years and they gave him wonderful home while he lived there. after adoption they continued helping me, answering my questions to assure I can provide the best home for him. I will continue supporting this organization and I thank them for wonderful work they are doing for animals in need.
My story with Valley Animal Center started in 2009. I had a new iPhone and was downloading new apps on the phone, one of was perfinders. I was just looking through as I was not looking for a new pet at the time. I was surprised to see a adorable Shih Tzu at this local shelter, so I just went for a look. What really pushed me to go was the description of this dog said she had been brought in as a stray with a younger male that looked a lot like her and he had been adopted right away and she was now sad and depressed.
Once I saw that she was a senior dog and so sad and sweet she had to come home with me. She got a new pink stroller as she could not walk long distances, and we went to the then Wiggle Waggle Walk that they used to have, as well as visiting Santa for pictures. Thank you, Valley Animal Center, for all the loving moments with my Jilly. I now go to all their fundraiser events to have pictures of my current best friend Riley.
Valley Animal Center has compassionate volunteers and is doing amazing work. We love the dog park and support the great work being done in our community.
Over 15 years ago I started volunteering at Valley Animal Center's Admin office. The staff was so appreciative I increase the one morning to two a week and rallied other retired ladies to help on other days. We find volunteering as retired seniors is so beneficial and helpful to our karma that we love going. Plus, it is such a savings for VAC to have these ladies answering the phones and supporting the Admin staff.
Due to our time helping, the animals benefit from the recourses available and the staff therefore finding their forever homes. Everyone who is going to retire and wants to "stay active" should check out VAC or other agencies in town.
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Many years ago I began adopting cats from VAC. All 4 have been very social and fun to be around. Such manners which I believe start as VAC Volunteers and Staff take the time to care for them correctly. Nurturing them along the way, we all love them.
The facility at VAC is awesome and the Staff of the Cat and Dog Shelters take care in helping volunteers learn how to help and also potential adopted families to select the right pet. The Clinic is helpful even when jammed with clients and the animals appreciate them I'm sure.
The Feral community of cats is unique and wonderful as cats roam the "back 40" in their area safely. And the pool is appreciated here in Fresno by the dogs who come to their member only dog park.
Since I found VAC, I started volunteering in the Admin Office and I help there along with many retired ladies who love having a place to come and help.
We love VAC, please help them. Thanks, Betsy
Last year I saw a post about a beautiful 4 year old kitty named Glitter, with advanced kidney disease, who had been at the shelter since she was 4 months old, looking for someone to adopt her. I immediately contacted them to inquire about her, but being on a fixed income I told them I couldn’t afford the expense of another cat (I already have a senior cat), but I have experience with special needs pets and wanted to help her. They responded quickly letting me know they could make her a forever foster in which they would pay for her food and medical care, as long as I could bring her to their vet every 6 months. So on 11/1/2022 I picked her up and she and my cat are now very bonded; she’s very sweet and makes me laugh, and Valley Animal Center has been amazing at keeping their promise!
We have adopted our beloved dog from this shelter. From the moment we walked in we were welcomed and educated by staff to foster then adopt our baby. We continue to use the on-site clinic and they are all so sweet and great with all the animals we see. I can’t say enough great things and always refer families who wish to adopt to the Valley Animal Center.
I don’t have enough words to express my appreciation for and love of Valley Animal Center. We have adopted a cat and a dog from them, we are dog park members, we have used the clinic, and we enjoy participating in their outreach events. The staff at VAC are excellent in what they do and how they do it. They are the backbone and the heart of this organization! Valley Animal Center is a treasure in our community, doing good works and advocating for our animal friends. Thank you! Catherine Powell
The best shelter I’ve ever been to. Although I already have three rescue cats I still always attend their cat club. I’m a huge cat lover and love meeting all the cats they have. It’s a good way for a lot of people to meet adoptable cats as well as getting more knowledge on cats. Thank you Valley Animal Center for caring for so many animals and for planning amazing and fun events to attend ❤️
VAC is such a wonderful rescue! They helped rescue 3 kittens that I fostered for a while and provided them with an amazing space to grow before eventually being adopted. The facilities here are so clean and spacious, and the staff truly care about the work they do and the animals in our community. I'm happy to work with them and help them out whenever I can. Their mission is something to support and be proud of, and I wish them the opportunity to expand and grow as much as possible.
All I know is they do more good than all of the government shelters put together. The mayor's need to make them improve. No excuse for the epidemic of strays just wandering the streets.
After seeing this wonderful place and adopting a new 'child' after the passing of my giant 15yo Russian Blue, just had to volunteer. Helps that I had the time!
The pic is of my new 'girl' and she is so much fun to have around! She confirms my theory of how people and animals respond to knowing they are loved. That love brings the best out of them!
Valley Animal Center does an excellent job in our community making sure animals are rescued, receive care, exposure, and the best opportunities for a loving adoption. My daughter and I volunteer there. My daughter has fostered dogs, and lucky me, we foster failed, so I have a new grand dog.
My name is Marie,
And I donate tennis balls to the shelter I love it when I drive up to drop off the balls, and seeing staff outside walking the pets playing with the pets.
It’s more the kindness it’s positive love!
I've adopted 2 dogs from Valley Animal Center. The 1st on was Casey...I had volunteered thru my employer at the time, IRS, to walk a dog on the "fashion show runway" where we showed off dogs. I ended up adopting her myself. Found out later that Casey was a poster-child for the Feline Foundation (pre Valley Animal Center).
The second dog was Angel ....she was this little wild-haired thing who was in the system several times before I saw her. I am so grateful for this place for saving these lives & for my chance to share their lives & love.
I've been supporting Valley Animal Center since their early days as California Feline Foundation. I've had several cats spayed/neutered through their animal hospital, and my husband and I adopted our dog through them. I believe in supporting local agencies, and believe Valley Animal Center to be one of the best.
These people walk the walk, and talk the talk! I have been to this facility many times, and the employees are kind hearted animal lovers who want to see their guys go to loving, forever, homes. My sweet mutt doggo came from there and I can’t imagine our family without her. Outstanding work!
The people that work here are amazing, informative, compassionate and hard working. They really care about all the animals they care for and genuinely care about their well being. Also, they’re super sweet to work with and so helpful. Not enough good things can be said about the crew that help keep this place running. Keep up the good work!
Last year we lost our female English bulldog, Baby to cancer and old age. She was 12 when we lost her. she was the best dog and we still miss her. i had never used a recue shelter although i had adopted older dogs before and encourage anyone thinking about it to do it. None of the puppy stuff. Baby had been surrendered to a high kill shelter with gangrene of her tail. She had multiple other health issues. valley Animal Center and their contacts provided all the medical care and a very expensive surgery on her tail area, to make her adoptable. We had lost our older female bulldog unexpectably, and were devastated for months. My husband went into Valley Animal Center on a whim (God sent him) and saw this thin white spotted English Bulldog, staring back at him and it was mutual soul mates. I don't know what Valley Animal Center sees in dogs like her,but i am so thankful for all they did that allowed her to be a part of our lives for 8 years. we see it often and do what we can to support their mission
Exceptional!!!!! VAC is my go to for my Lab’s preventative health!! Great prices and the vet techs are AMAZING!!!!!! Sometimes Timmy can be a little grouchy and he LOVES them!!!!!!
This was my first time of adopting from a no kill shelter. When I first met my future fur baby she barked at me and I thought she was gonna bite. Then in comes Ruben and he takes us both outside to a grassy area and she totally changed. She was gentle with my grandkids and definitely wasn’t fearful anymore. Do to the fact that she had lost her front leg she was slow to get around. Well I brought her home that day and the rest of the story is still being written. This is my Nina(aka:Joanie) I loved my experience adopting and the staff was wonderful. I would definitely adopt through Valley Animal Center again. My adoption experience was awesome. Oh and Nina can now run almost as fast as our other dogs on the property. She has two acres.
I started a volunteer opportunity with Valley Animal Center when I retired from being a registered nurse a little over 5 years ago. I picked them because they were a no-kill shelter although I knew nothing else about them. From day 1 until today, I have seen only love and awesome care of all of the animals in the shelter. They are so happy to have volunteers are my favorite thing to do is walk the big dogs out to the play area where they are able to be off leash to run and play and then cuddle and brush them before choosing my next one. I have only adopted one from them but have wanted to take many more home. The staff is so wonderful and the animals in their care are lacking nothing except for a forever home environment . A picture of my sweet Lilly who turns 6 tomorrow
I have been volunteering at this animal shelter for three years and they do amazing work. All of the staff are passionate about their jobs, they rescue and rehabilitate animals from deplorable conditions, and they drop everything to help animals in need.
I donate a little each month, but every little bit helps! I appreciate this is a no-kill shelter and all that they do for California Central Valley animals!
Shortly after we moved to Fresno, I lost one of my long time pet dogs. I was not going to get another, but when taking some donations to VAC, I casually asked if a small female fluffy dog might be available. The nice lady said not yet, but we did get get one in that will be available in a few days. When I asked if I could see her, she was very happy to show her to me. Right then I decided to adopt the little girl if my wife approved. I then asked the lady, Lauren, if she would reserve the dog for me until I could bring my wife to see her. The next day when my wife saw how much I already liked the little girl she agreed that we should adopt her. The next day when she could be released, I picked her up and we went directly to to groomer. When I got her home, my other dog which had been the alpha tried to get fresh with her and she put him in his place right then and there. Made me so proud of her. We changed her name from Lacy to Lady Bug and she has been just a great little dog. I often wonder, how could someone have put such a great little animal in a shelter? Actually, she had already been put on the kill list at another shelter when Valley Animal Center rescued her and I am very thankful they did.
I have acted in the capacity of General Legal Counsel to VAC for the past several years, I have adopted members of my animal family from VAC and have participated in several fundraisers and other activities sponsored by VAC. I have found this to be one of the most rewarding organizations to be a member of as well as enjoy all interactions with all of the staff and directors of this facility. The new dog park is a most welcome addition and has been the result of much planning and hard work on the part of all of the VAC staff. I highly recommend many of my clients to VAC if they are looking to adopt and try to make pet adoption one of my top priorities whenever speaking with friends, family and clients.
We need the entire Valley to adopt a no kill policy and i hope that one day the influence of this wonderful community of people will have that effect on the rest of the animal care facilities here in the San Joaquin Valley as well as surrounding areas. duroli
I have recently started volunteering at the Valley Animal Center. It is a great non profit no kill animal shelter that gives dogs and cats a temporary home until they can find their forever owner. This is the cleanest and best kept animal shelter that I have ever been to. The animals are provided with a clean and healthy environment that ensures a healthy dog for potential owners. I love volunteering here because I get to clean, help out, and just play with the animals. The animals there are so loving and happy and really appreciate volunteers like myself taking their time just to give them some attention and affection.
The Center is one of the few no-kill shelters that provide continuing care for cats/kittens. Having placed a formerly feral cat here, I have witnessed they provide close scrutiny to be certain the cats have good medical care and interaction with people as well as other cats while awaiting a forever home. I visit this shelter about three times each week and observed that the suites are kept clean and comfortable. The staff is professional but also personable. From my observations, the dogs have a lot of attention and exercise. It's amazing how they are able to carefully extend a limited budget.
Animal Valley Center deserves much recognition for being a top notch facility and safe haven for unwanted animals. They treat the animals as if they were their very own. The facility is clean, beautiful and filled with wonderful staff whom are professional, attentive, sympathetic, and caring. They go above and beyond to help people and animals . Animal Valley Center is a blessing to our community!
This is the premier facility for the region, serving the Central Valley's unwanted dogs and cats in need of care, shelter and rehabilitation with the end goal of adopting these animals to loving families. This facility was thought out in its constructing phases and is staffed with very caring and professional individuals passionate about animal welfare. The premier facility offers state of the art vet care and living quarters to include indoor / outdoor access plus a dog park with fountains and a wading pool for humans and their dogs.
I can not say enough great things about the Valley Animal Center! The people there are amazing. They are so helpful and their caring attitudes shine through with everything they do. The Valley Animal Center truly cares about the animals they provide homes for and the community they serve.
VALLEY ANIMAL CENTER IS ALL ABOUT TAKING CARE OF UNWANTED ANIMALS AND THE PEOPLE WHO DONATE THEIR TIME FOR THAT OBJECTIVE. THIS IS NOT ONLY A STOP OFF FOR THESE ANIMALS BUT ALSO A HOME FOR SOME, A HOME THAT MANY MAY NEVER HAD HAD. ITS ALSO A PLACE FOR VOLUNTEERS TO TO GET INVOLVED AND BRING SOME LOVE INTO THESE LIVES AND IN RETURN GET A LOT OF LOVE BACK. AFTER MY WIFE RETIRED, SHE STARTED VOLUNTEERING ,CHANGED HER LIFE AND IS NOW AS HAPPY AS SHE HAS EVER BEEN. WE BOTH SPEND TIME THERE NOW
I am a professional pet sitter and a volunteer for Valley Animal Center. I have helped raise funds and donated food as a community project and have foster parent to VAC puppies. This organization has its act together, they do an outstanding job of caring for all the animals in their charge, they are organized and get things done, work with the community and have the forsite to continue to grow to make the Central Valley a better place for homeless animals. The low cost spay and neuter clinic is a great resource for the many other non-profit shelters in the valley who are trying to do their part. It is my pleasure to help support this great organization in any way I can.
Every year I have my picture taken with all of the good cats and dogs. This picture is something you will always cherish and makes a great Christmas Card. All of the volunteers and people that work there are the nicest people you will ever meet. They show an amazing kindness and caring spirit for all of the cats and dogs that are just looking for a special home they can go to. Please come by and see me on Saturday November 16th and join in the fun. I'm looking forward to seeing you.
Santa Paws
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Valley Animal Center is the place in the Valley to adopt a cat or dog. All of the staff at Valley Animal Center show so much concern for the dogs and cats at their shelter. The shelter is very clean and professional. I have had the extreme pleasure of volunterring at the shelter and have had the opportunity to see firsthand how all of the staff interacts with the cats and dogs in the shelter. They truly care about the animals and do evrything they can to have them adopted into caring families homes. In fact my dog Mason came from the shelter and is a fantastic dog.
Our company, Island Photography, has partnered with Valley Animal Center by providing some technical services to Valley and by encouraging our customers to donate to the Center. We picked Valley because of their humane, ethical and professional manner in running the no kill shelter. Everyone with whom we have contact in their organization is exceptional. They are knowledgeable, dedicated, hard working folks and just plain fun to be around. Our expectations have been exceeded time and again. We have lots and lots of animal lovers in our company and we are all very grateful the the Valley Animal Center exists for the benefit of the animals in our communities. Ed Jaeger, president/owner, Island Photography
This is a good shelter because the animals are very happy and well taken care of. They have a wide variety of feline and canine companions to choose from and take home to the family. They also have good events that showcase the variety of outreach programs they have established. There is also a top notch dog park that is state of the art and very cool for a low low cost to use.
I have been a volunteer for at least 20 years and this is the best shelter every, they are best on helping all of our animals. Thank you Valley Animal Center for all your help in our community.
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I like the fact there is a no-kill shelter in Fresno that is helping to save animals and also provide lo-cost spaying and neutering. I do wish the kennel staff was more professional and friendlier though, which is why I gave them 3 stars instead of 4.
i have been a volunteer for about a year and love every minute. the animals are kept in great condition the place is so clean no odors lots of room. The dogs are always being walked and the cats are always being cuddled and the staff are just such special people, i cannot say enough good things about this wounderful place. maggie
A few years back, it was time to update the beneficiaries I had designated "just in case". I picked a few animal charities that I was aware of. The Valley Animal Center I was unfamiliar with. With one phone call, I was invited to their annual Christmas party for the animals and received a tour of their facilities. I was very impressed by the care, and the love by the staff and volunteers, the animals received. It was very clear that at the Valley Animal Center, it is all about the animals. The staff and the volunteers are there for one reason, to find a cat or a dog a forever home and help them live a wonderful life until then. I decided to make the Valley Animal Center my #1 beneficiary and both myself and my daughter are glad to volunteer and participate in events. Last, but not least, I adopted two wonderful dogs from them. Thank you Valley Animal Center !!!
Valley Animal Center is a top notch shelter. The staff is amazing and the animals are able to live in a very nice environment until they find their forever homes. I am proud to be a volunteer with Valley Animal Center!
On Saturday, my daughter and I went to Valley Animal Center to look at adoptable dogs. Immediately, I was impressed by the cleanliness of the facility and the professionalism of the staff. The animals and the pens were clean and did not smell like a typical shelter. We wound up adopting a puppy--she had already been given shots, was spayed, had been treated with frontline, etc. I have adopted both dogs and cats from the ASPCA in the past. Fresno's ASPCA does not even compare to VAC. While there, I saw many volunteers exercising and playing with the animals. Thank God for such an awesome organization!
The Valley Animal Center is such a clean and state-of-the-art facility! The animals are well-cared for, the staff is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and I am very excited about their expansion plans! I have also had several of my animals spayed, neutered, and vaccinated in their clinic and was very impressed with their professionalism and organization. I have also had the opportunity to see them out with their mobile adoption unit at the Home and Garden show and at Clovis Fest, and was again very impressed with the cleanliness of the animal enclosures and the fact that their adoption unit was heated and air conditioned for the comfort of the animals. I would highly recommend this shelter for anyone looking to adopt, as the animals are healthy, well-cared for, and have been rescued from animal control agencies to try to lower the incredibly high euthanasia rate we have here in our Valley. I have also donated to this shelter and will do so again. Thank you, Valley Animal Center, for the wonderful work that you do in helping save homeless animals! Hopefully they will all find a forever home!!
I have been involved with VAC for more than 11 yrs and it has been a very rewarding experience. I have watched it grow from a no kill shelter for cats in a small run-down building to a beautiful no kill shelter for cats and dogs. My main role has been to be foster mommie for kittens. I cannot express the enjoyment and fulfillment this has broght me. The facility is expanding every day and is currently completing fenced in areas for shelter dogs to run and play that will also be open to the public at specified times. The cats have fenced in areas outside their rooms and the dogs are walked many times daily. This is a valuable assest to our community as Fresno County has the highest euthenasia rate in California so we providea valuable alternative and give our furry friends another chance at finding a forever home! I have been blessed to be a part of this shelter's growth and functions. This facility definitely deserves to be one of the 2012 Top-Rated Nonprofits List!! Thank you, Jan Mahar
I have observed this organization transition from a grass roots small organization to an empowered and cutting edge facility for our valleys pets. Very impressive and much needed
Valley Animal Center is a no kill shelter that has been around for over 26 years, first being a shelter for cats and then expanding to include both cats and dogs. Their work comes from the heart and they are the best of the best, saving the lives thousands of an abandoned animals. Valley Animal Center finds them a loving home and gives them a clean, warm, safe and loving environment to live in in the mean time. Valley Animal Center is a little piece of animal Heaven in Fresno, CA.
This is my favorite nonprofit organization. They have come a long ways from a small shelter to being able to help a greater number of both cats and dogs. Because they treat their animals very well, I have supported them with donations and silent auction items for many years.
I recently spent the summer in Fresno and was saddened by the large numbers of abondaned pets, due to foreclosures and high unemployment. A neighbor was contemplating "giving up" her beloved dog as she could not afford the spaying fees and was concerned about her dog not having current vaccinations. The Valley Animal Center worked out a discounted, payment plan................allowing this pet to stay with it's family.........................and NOT contributing to the ever growing pet population problem. The Valley Animal Center had a caring, compassionate staff. They were eager to work with this family, for the health of the animal and workable solutions for the family. While visiting Fresno, I must say the facility was "state of the art"............. clean & efficient, with a knowledgable and friendly staff. The organization is so deserving of the BEST nonprofit!
The Valley Animal Center is one of the best animal shelters I have ever visited. They have a wonderful adoption area for the cats that include a large open area surrounded by windows, with many climbing areas and cubby holes. There are also large outside areas that the cats can hang out all day. I have never seen such happy animals in a shelter. Their dogs have large kennels with an outside area and they are housed with a buddy if possible. Their spay and netuer clinic has the lowest prices in the area and provide services for all sizes of dogs, feral cats and kittens. They also provide very low-cost vaccinations and other medical services. The animals are cared for by a very loving, knowledgeable and committed staff. I can't say enough about the Valley Animal Center. It is truly an amazing shelter for animals.
What this center does for the animals in the Valley is absolutely wonderful. So many abandoned and mistreated animals come through and are given the medical care they need to make them adoptable. Keep up the good work, we need more organizations like the Valley Animal Center.
I have been to, and supported, a large number of animal shelters and the Valley Animal Center is the most impressive facility I have been to. The housing facilities are top notch, with cats sharing large rooms instead of being in individual cages and large runs for the dogs in which they are double housed when possible. The staff and volunteers I have encountered are extremely knowledgeable and both very passionate and compassionate. I will continue to fully support this facility due to the impressive care, staff and facilities.
My 13 year old heard about the Valley Animal Center needing volunteers and signed up. She also got me to sign up, we have walked the dogs and volunteered at different events to raise awareness and funds for the No Kill shelter. They do wonderful work for the animals (cats and dogs) that are waiting for their forever homes. The facility is kept clean, the animals are well cared for, the staff and volunteers are so caring and wonderful.
I first visited the Valley Animal Center to get one of my cats fixed. They had the lowest prices in town for spay/neutering cats. Also had all the vaccines for a low cost too. I think this provides an extremely valuable service to the community, with the huge pet over population problem we need to have these services offered at a price most people can afford. My favorite part of the Valley Animal Center, however, is the cat adoption building. Its looks nothing like the typical shelter in there. Cats are housed in rooms, not cages. They have shelves and cubbys to sleep on. There are cat doors leading out to a play area outside. The cats look so much happier than the ones at the SPCA... and you know that they arent on 'death row' either!
As an animal lover, this is one of the best charities you can support. They are loving & kind to the animals and their reputation is outstanding. They truly care about the animals. Please support them so they continue their special work on behalf of these loving creatures that just want a home and someone to love. (=^_^=)
I have tried everything to get my 8 year old engaged and keep her busy. She's tried gymnastics, soccer, t-ball, you name it, but nothing really spoke to her until I found the volunteer program at Valley Animal Center. She has really come out of her shell and loves going to "socialize" the kittys.
I love Valley Animal so much- that when I got married (9/22/12) in lieu of table favors I made a donation to them in the name of my wedding guests. Their staff, facilities and volunteers are all so amazing- I wish I could be there all the time.
When we adopted our cat a few years ago we took him to another facility to be fixed. I was disappointed with the lack of customer service. Last year we adopted a new puppy and took him to the Valley Animal Center to be fixed. I was amazed as I watched them check in animals and went over details with the "pet parents" , and asked/answered questions. They made me and our Jax feel comfortable with the process and just showed genuine care and compassion. I have since recommend the Valley Animal Center to anyone I know that is thinking adopting or needs the same type of care we recieved.
I adopted my cat from here and could not have had a better experience! She is my first cat and the staff and volunteers were so nice and so helpful! They encouraged us to find the cat that was right for us and they were so knowledgeable in answering all of our questions. I would highly reccomend anyone who is looking for a furry friend to check out this wonderful place!
This is such an amazing organization - the facility is beautiful, and you can tell all of the employees are committed to the organization's mission. I would encourage everyone to visit the Valley Animal Center and see how hard they work and what an incredible job they do.
I've adopted a furry companion from Valley Animal Center. They were very attentive and helpful with finding my family the "just right" cat for us. I also donate and participate in events that benefit the Valley Animal Center. They are truly a wonderful organization that goes beyond the call for the Valley's four legged friends!
My children and I have volunteered here and we've also adopted here. We highly recommend the Valley Animal Center for both!
They do such great work here! They helped me when I needed it most. I had to let go of my beautiful German Shepherd. For such a terrible situation, they made it bearable. She was adopted by one of their vets within a week. Thank you so much VAC!!
I have been an avid volunteer for the Valley Animal Center for going on 6 years. Animals hold a very special place in my heart and I choose to give my support to the VAC because I trust that the animals are well taken care of daily. I respect the work that Valley Animal Center does and admire the staff who work very hard to keep it going. This year I will be doing "Everest for the Animals" in an effort to raise money for the VAC. Please keep the VAC in mind for your future donations. Remember, there are so many ways to donate!
I have adopted two cats from the Valley Animal Center and although they both are as different as night and day they each have filled my heart with joy. Ralph, the shelter manager, and his staff are great helping you find a cat that will steal your heart. The facility is beautiful and with each new building and purpose developed they become a more outstanding organization. I contribute annually to the Valley Animal Center and only wish I had more time so I could volunteer!
Valley Animal Center was built & operates on grants, donations & fundraisers. As a volunteer for nearly 8 years, participating in the various fundraising activities has been an important part of my life. Watching this organization grow from a building full of cats to an operation complete with cat & dog adoption centers, low cost spay, neuter & clinic services, as well as an extensive education & outreach program has been a rewarding experience. The Mobile Adoption & Rescue Caboose (MARC) is a presence at many community events providing education to the community and enabling even more animals to get adopted. The animals here have are well loved & cared for by staff & volunteers and want for nothing except for a family of their own.
This is one organization that has truly made a difference in the lives of so many animals, giving them another chance at finding a forever home that they deserve, as they provide them the proper care they need and work hard to help place them in a loving home. Through their various programs, outreach and low-cost services, they have also made a great impact in the community, educating people about the importance of spaying, neutering and responsible pet ownership. It is truly the nicest, cleanest and most welcoming facility one will find and should be recognized and rewarded for being a leader, role model and voice for all homeless animals.
What a great organization. With a professionally ran staff, exceptionally clean facilities and a loving and caring attitude towards each and every animal it is a world apart from local city/county animal shelters. They also have the ability to provide (with an at-home atmosphere) for your pets everlasting care upon your death. Having volunteered at this facility for almost 8 years they are my first recommendation to anyone who is looking to adopt a loving a loving animal. Tom Ellis
I have had the pleasure of adopting cats from the Valley Animal Center of Fresno in the past. To make a long story short, I moved out in the country and cats come from all over! The center has been extremely helpful in working with me to see that all these animals are spayed/neutered, shots and what ever needs they have. I have also worked with them for many years during my events in finding homes for these little guys, they take special care and precautions making sure they go to good loving homes. Ralph, Kelly and the entire staff are extremely dedicated for the welfare of all these animals needs! If you have not visited this center, please do, you will be amazed! You will be welcomed at the doors by some of their "permanent residence". This is a non-kill shelter with many, many animals to choose from, so if you're thinking about a new family member, please go visit this center. The staff will also help match you to the perfect one! Thank you for all you have done, you're greatly appreciated! Tammi Walton
Great organization which does not operate on government funding, providing education, low cost spay and neuter and adoption services. Large volunteer base, great facilities and friendly staff. It is a place the whole familty enjoys visiting.