Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society & D.A.W.G
Our Mission
The Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society and Dog Adoption and Welfare Group (SYVHS/DAWG) serve our community by promoting the compassionate, conscientious care of companion animals. We are dedicated to providing resources for healthy, socialized pets and ensuring every animal has the chance for a brighter future.
Our History
Founded in 1979 as the oldest animal welfare organization in northern Santa Barbara County, we began through the shared dedication of local volunteers. In 2020, we merged our unique strengths with DAWG, creating a partnership that expands our reach and resources to save more lives and better serve both animals and their owners.
How We Care
Our facility in Buellton is a dedicated space where animals receive professional care, including an on-site veterinary clinic and comfortable housing. From our humble beginnings in private homes, we have grown into an equipped facility featuring kennels, cat areas, and a veterinary surgery suite. Our team works tirelessly to maintain a supportive, safe environment while our animals wait for their forever families.
Your Adoption Journey
We believe that every adoption is a joyful partnership, which is why we focus on making the perfect match for both you and your new pet. Our dedicated staff provides guidance during the entire process, including introductions and behavioral counseling, to ensure a lasting, successful relationship. We invite you to fill out an application and visit us to meet our wonderful, adoptable residents.
Join Us
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer, or support our mission, you are an essential part of our community’s success. Please explore our website to view our current adoptable pets, learn about our veterinary services, or contact us to schedule a visit. We look forward to helping you find your new best friend!
- Friendly and caring staff
- Helpful adoption support
10/7 - For the past four years, our SYV Humane & DAWG scarecrow sweethearts have been writing quite the love story! ❤️ 🍷 First, they went on a wine-country date. 💍 Then, they got married. 🌴 Last year, they enjoyed their honeymoon. 🐾 And this year…they’re adopting! Now they need your vote! Please use the link in my bio and vote for SYV Humane & DAWG in these two categories: 😂 Most Humorous 🐾 Best Use of Business Theme ⚠️ Important: Each scarecrow can only be considered in two categories. If you vote for the same scarecrow in more than two categories, your vote will be voided—so please select only these two categories for us! Support SYV Humane & DAWG and vote for our scarecrows! 🐶🐱 #SYVHumaneSociety #DAWG #AdoptDontShop #RescueIsTheBestBreed #ScarecrowContest SantaYnezValley
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9/25 - 🕸️🎃 Spooky season looks a little different when you add kittens. Meet Lil Fella & Lil Guy! These two little cuties are currently in foster care, but they’ll be available for adoption here in about a week! 👀 Interested in one of these little Halloween cuties? Keep an eye on our website for when they officially become available! 🧡🐾 #halloween #santaynezvalleyhumanesocietydawg #animalrescue #photoshoot #kittenlovers
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9/21 - Need a new bestie? 👀🐾 Good news… we’ve got a few waiting for you. Come meet your new favorite roommate. 🤎 #santaynezvalleyhumanesocietydawg #animalrescue #syvhumanedawg #adoptionsaveslives #sbcounty
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