Valley Animal Center
Our Mission
Valley Animal Center is dedicated to uniting dogs and cats with loving people, ensuring every animal receives the compassionate care and support they deserve on their journey to a forever home.
Our Story and Purpose
Founded in 1992 as the California Feline Foundation, our organization has grown from a humble cat sanctuary into a comprehensive no-kill facility serving the Central Valley. We address the region's critical need for humane care by providing shelter, medical support, and education to combat pet overpopulation.
Our Commitment to Care
We operate a state-of-the-art facility where animals live in comfortable, sanitary conditions with indoor/outdoor access and natural sunlight. As a no-kill shelter, we provide essential care, including spaying, neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping, to ensure every pet is ready to thrive. Our shelter is community-supported, relying on your generosity to provide for the hundreds of dogs and cats we house daily.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe that successful adoptions are built on meaningful connections, and we are here to help you find your perfect furry companion. Our dedicated staff provides guidance throughout the process to ensure a happy, lifelong bond between you and your new family member. We want your pet ownership journey to be filled with joy and mutual support.
Find Your New Best Friend
Ready to meet your new best furiend? We invite you to explore our adoptable cats and dogs online, or visit our facility in Fresno to experience the joy of a face-to-face meeting. Your next best friend is waiting to meet you, and we cannot wait to help you bring them home.
- Dedicated and caring staff
- Effective social media outreach
- Strict application and adoption policies
7/31 - Athlete Arrives At Batting Cage To Find A Huge Bird Tangled In Netting
The other day, a Good Samaritan using the batting cages at their local park in Fairfax, Virginia, stopped in their tracks when they spotted a huge bird tangled in netting.
6/17 - Rescuers Check Cardboard Box And Find Shivering Puppy Hiding From Rainstorm
As soon as he knew he was safe, he transformed.
4/14 - Pup arrived at shelter with severe mange—tears at why she's still there
“Today, she is fully healed, super dog-friendly, and absolutely loves people,” a shelter volunteer told Newsweek.
4/9 - Cat grows up in shelter—heartbreaking reason she's had zero applications
“My ‘anti social’ adopted cat turned in to the make affectionate baby. they're worth breaking through,” one user said.
4/1 - "Scared" puppy left heartbroken after third return to shelter in 11 months
"She’s been struggling—quiet, confused, and heartbroken," the volunteer told Newsweek of Freya the shepherd.
3/20 - Dog returned to shelter twice “trying to understand” why nobody wants her
“Poor sweet girl deserves a loving home and caring family,” one user said. Another wrote: “My heart breaks for you.”
3/16 - Tears as senior Chihuahua surrendered to shelter gets "no applications"
"Older dogs are so good can’t imagine not loving my babies forever. You miss the best version of them," one user said.
