Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC)
Our Mission
The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of animals and the people who love them by establishing a network of resources tailored for our local communities. We strive for a life-saving community that redefines animal welfare through accessibility, collaboration, compassion, innovation, and integrity.
Our Story
Established through a partnership between the cities of Ontario, Chino, and Montclair, ARC was created to provide a new standard of care for our region. Since July 2025, we have operated as a full-service agency, ensuring comprehensive stewardship of animals through essential welfare services and cooperative partnerships across the Inland Empire.
How We Care
We provide a welcoming environment at our full-service animal care facility located at 1630 Shearwater Street in Ontario. Our dedicated team manages both animal control and sheltering services to ensure every animal receives the support and attention they deserve while awaiting their forever homes.
Joining Your Family
Adoption is the start of a joyful, life-long partnership, and we are here to help you find the perfect match. Whether you are looking to adopt, foster, or volunteer, our programs are designed to connect animals with caring people, ensuring that both pets and their new families thrive together.
Take the Next Step
We invite you to explore our website to view our current adoptable pets or learn more about our foster and volunteer opportunities. Visit us at our Ontario facility or reach out to see how you can make a difference in the life of a local animal today.
- Compassionate and helpful staff
- Efficient foster-to-adopt process
- Operational friction (unanswered phones, long wait times)
7/25 - Animal shelter announces reduced operating hours
The Animal Resource Center (ARC) of the Inland Empire voted 4-1 on Wednesday to approve the addition of two animal caretaker positions after Executive Director Clinton Thacker cited a staffing
5/16 - Here and There
Freudian slip? A Caltrans spokesman sent an email to the Champion regarding the widening of the S-curves in Carbon Canyon that has become controversial in Chino Hills. In an apparent
5/16 - Sup. Curt Hagman summer open house set for May 20
The annual summer open house hosted by Fourth District County Supervisor Curt Hagman will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 20 outside his district office at 14010
