San Diego Humane Society-Escondido Campus
A Legacy of Compassion
At San Diego Humane Society, we are dedicated to creating a more humane world by inspiring compassion, providing hope, and advancing the welfare of animals and people. Our Escondido campus is a proud part of this commitment, serving the communities of Escondido, Poway, and San Marcos with an unwavering focus on lifesaving care.
Our Mission in Action
As a private, independent, nonprofit organization, we operate as an open-admission shelter that never turns away an animal in need. We believe that every animal deserves a second chance, and we take pride in our commitment to keeping healthy and treatable shelter animals safe through our specialized veterinary medicine and behavioral support.
Care with Heart
Our approach goes beyond traditional sheltering by offering world-class veterinary medicine and innovative rehabilitation programs. From the moment an animal enters our care, they receive a thorough examination and personalized attention from our professional staff, ensuring they are healthy, happy, and ready for their new home.
Finding Your Perfect Match
Adoption is a joyful journey, and our goal is to help you find a companion who perfectly fits your lifestyle and home environment. We utilize a respectful, conversation-based process where our knowledgeable adoption counselors assist you in making a thoughtful, lasting connection with a pet who will thrive by your side.
Start Your Story Today
We invite you to visit our Escondido campus, located at 3500 Burnet Drive, to meet our wonderful animals currently waiting for their forever families. You can browse our available pets online or stop by during our adoption hours to experience the difference that love and expertise make. Together, we can provide the second chances that every animal deserves.
- Dedicated and kind staff
- Clean, well-maintained facilities
- Inconsistent front-desk communication
5/7 - Beaver tests positive for rabies after biting 8-year-old. See attack
A beaver that bit an 8-year-old in New Jersey over the weekend has tested positive for rabies, officials said. See video of it attacking people.
4/25 - Pet of the week: 2-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier Mix who is a “cuddle bug”
2-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier Mix is waiting to be adopted at San Diego Humane Society, Escondido Campus
3/25 - Two Wild Bats Found in Escondido Test Positive for Rabies
County public health officials are looking for people who may have come in contact with two bats found at separate locations in Escondido that later tested positive for rabies.
3/22 - SDHS ‘Walk For Animals 2026' held in Escondido
San Diego Humane Society held its 27th Annual ‘Walk For Animals’ in North County Saturday morning. Officials at the Humane Society said more than 1,000 people walked nearly 600 dogs at Kit Carson Park.
3/20 - Pet of the week: Cat’s owner died; now he’s looking for a new family
5-year-old cat whose owner died is looking for a new home. He’s at Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
3/6 - Pet of the week: A terrier who loves to meet new friends
A six year old terrier mix is waiting to be adopted at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas
2/28 - Pet of the week: 16-year-old miniature poodle mix loves to go for walks
House-trained Miniature Poodle is waiting to be adopted at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society
2/27 - 6 San Diego Charity Events to Attend in March | San Diego Magazine
Support your community this month by attending San Diego's top charity events, fundraisers, and an annual Walks for Animals.
2/20 - Pet of the Week: 2-year-old Shepherd mix with lots of energy
A 2-year-old, female, Shepherd mix is waiting to be adopted at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society
