Animal Center

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Programs & Resources

Foster Program

Struggling with a long term commitment? Try fostering! We are always in need of foster homes for pets that are young, recovering from medical conditions, or need a little more behavior training prior to adoption.

Foster Program

Cats and Kittens!

*Managed Intake Program.
*Help I found a Kitten!
*aCATemy Program.
*TNR (trap, neuter, return).
*Barn Cats.

Learn More about Cat and Kitten Programs

Animal Care Foundation

In 2016, the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Foundation was formed to raise funds and provide additional support to the Animal Center's life saving programs. Check out their great work, upcoming events and/or donate to the cause!

Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Foundation

Rescue Partners

Our rescue and adoption partners are a vital part of our animal placement program. To apply, please fill out the application and submit it to one of the rescue coordinators listed.

Rescue Partner Application

Wildlife

Rancho Cucamonga is home to a diverse population of wildlife. Learn how to Be Wildlife Smart and humanely co-exist with our wildlife guest.

Living with Wildlife

Pet Wellness

*Spay and Neuter
*Microchips
*Vaccinations
*Surrendering your Pet

pet wellness services

Pet Wellness

Spay & Neuter

The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center offers spay and neuter vouchers for cats and dogs that reside in Rancho Cucamonga. Vouchers, $100 for cats and $200 for dogs, can be used to offset the cost of surgery at participating veterinarians. To obtain a voucher, license your pet as a spayed or neutered animal using the licensing button above. Next, email Field.Services@cityofrc.us with your contact information and request to obtain a voucher. Please note that it may take five to ten business days to process the animal license application and voucher request. Vouchers will be emailed to you once processed.

Microchip Your Pet

The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center offers microchipping services by appointment only. For an appointment call 909-466-7387.

Surrendering Your Pet

We understand that life changes may result in having to rehome a family pet. We accept owner surrendered pets that belong to residents of Rancho Cucamonga. We also accept the surrender of pets that were previously adopted from our Animal Center. Both services are by appointment only.

Vaccination Services

VetCare Vaccination Services hosts a low-cost vaccine clinic at the Animal Center every weekend, rain or shine. Please visit their website for fees and hours. Note: Services are currently Drive Thru.

Donate

Thank you to our generous donors. Currently, we have enough towels, blankets, bedding and food. Please see below for items we are in need of and ways you can help. Thank you for your support!

Monetary Donations

Click here to help homeless pets. You can also make a montly donation by clicking the box "make this a montly donationl" Any amount helps!

Cat Scratchers

A cat scratcher can bring hours of comforting relaxation for our feline friends.

Kuranda Beds

A Kuranda Bed provides a comfortable space for our canine and feline friends to rest.

Kitten Nursery and Foster Program

Kitten Nursery and Foster Program Amazon Wish List

Dog Enrichment Program

Dog Enrichment Program Amazon Wish List

Ralphs

Select the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care and Adoption Center as your preferred organization under Ralphs Club Community Contribution program!

Amazon Smile

Select the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Foundation (EIN: 81-3862964) as your charitable organization.

News

March 6, 2023

March Off The Vine

Be sure to read our March newsletter HERE for City of Rancho Cucamonga news and updates.

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February 2, 2023

February Off the Vine

Be sure to read our February newsletter HERE for City of Rancho Cucamonga news and updates.

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January 9, 2023

January Off The Vine

The eReporter has a new name, but the same great content!

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December 7, 2022

December eReporter

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November 8, 2022

November eReporter

Be sure to read our November newsletter HERE for City of Rancho Cucamonga news and updates.

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October 11, 2022

October eReporter

Be sure to read our October newsletter HERE for City of Rancho Cucamonga news and updates.

If you're not already a subscriber, sign up for the City of Rancho Cucamonga eNews HERE.

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August 22, 2022

Why Pet Adoption Hours Are Reduced

We have heard concerns about our reduced adoption hours. Our goal is to expand hours as resources allow. Until then, we feel it’s important to share information and the why’s of where we are today.

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Events

25Mar

Mar 25, 2023 | 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Lucky Paws Adoption Event — Mar 25, 2023

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Field Services

About Field Services

The goal of the Field Services Division is to promptly and professionally assist the citizens of Rancho Cucamonga with a wide variety of services relating to the care and control of animals. Field Services can be reached at (909) 466-7387 ext. 1.

Nuisance Noise Complaints

Nuisance Noise Complaints (Barking Dogs) can cause general annoyance or discomfort to neighbors. Learn the process for these types of complaints.

Animal Limits and Zoning

Wildlife

Be Coyote Smart Video

Be Coyote Smart! Click here to learn more about coyotes in Rancho Cucamonga and how to humanely co-exist.

Living With Coyotes

The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center will assist residents with tips on humanely co-existing with coyotes. We will also respond to coyotes that are sick, injured, or are determined to be a public safety risk. The RC Animal Center is prohibited from trapping and relocating coyotes. Contact Field Services at (909)466-7387 ext. 1 for more information or assistance.

Keep Me Wild - Coyotes

Coyotes are smart adaptable canines that have learned to live comfortably along side people in residential neighborhoods. Coyotes play an important role in the ecosystem, helping to keep rodent populations under control. Relocating a problem coyote is not an option. You can help prevent human-coyote conflicts.

Coyote Hazing

Hazing is a method that uses deterrents to move an animal out of an area or discourages an undesirable behavior or activity. Hazing can help maintain coyotes’ fear of humans and deter them from neighborhood spaces such as backyards and playgrounds.

Be Bat Smart Video

Be Bat Smart! Click here to see a short video about our local bat population and learn how to stay safe and humanely co-exist.

Bats

Rancho Cucamonga is home to a variety of wildlife species, including bats. While bats are beneficial to our ecosystem they can carry rabies, a fatal disease. Be Bat Smart! Never touch or approach a bat.

Orphaned and Injured Wildlife

Rancho Cucamonga is home to a diverse population of wildlife. Please contact our Animal Center for assistance with orphaned or injured wildlife. Click here for a list of CA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife's licensed rehabilitation centers.

Keep Me Wild - Bears

The northern part of our City is home to the California Black Bear. Learn more on how you can bear proof your yard and co-exist with our wild neighbors.

Keep Me Wild - Mountain Lions

More than half of California is mountain lion habitat. Mountain lions generally exist wherever deer are found. They are solitary and elusive, and their nature is to avoid humans. Learn more on how to humanely co-exist with Mountain Lions.

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About Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center

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2019 Animal Center Statistics

2020 Animal Center Statistics

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2022 Animal Center Statistics

COVID-19 RISK WARNING

The City of Rancho Cucamonga complies with CDC, California Department of Public Health and San Bernardino County Department of Public Health recommendations for enhanced health and safety measures related to COVID-19 to protect our residents, visitors, businesses, and employees. We ask that you follow all posted instructions while using City facilities and parks.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 currently exists in any public place where individuals are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable.

Please understand, we cannot sanitize every facility or each piece of equipment after each individual use. By visiting a City facility or park, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

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