Helen Woodward Animal Center

#HWACAlumni Luna (formerly Linguine) was recently adopted, and she is doing great! Her new family has helped her make great strides with her little big brother cats; she loves people and kids, and now that her shots are done, she is meeting more doggies!

Happy May!! Nothing better than starting the new month with a new best friend! 💙💐 These cuties will be available starting this weekend! Stop by to meet them! We are open from 10 am-6 pm! 🐾 Meet: Rodeo, Tokyo, Sand, and Pooka!

HWAC's POTW: Samantha! 🤍 Samantha is a cat’s cat. She’s sleek. She’s elegant. She’s graceful. She also loves to sleep in her big plushy bed with her little paws hanging over the edge! Stop by to meet her today! We are open from 12-6pm! 💙

Happy Monday! 💙 We’ve got some very cute new arrivals over here… they are so excited to meet you soon! They aren't quite ready for adoption yet, but they will be in the upcoming weeks! For now, visit animalcenter.org/pet-adoption/ for the most up-to-date list of available pets!

#HWACAlumni Winona (Winnie, Winnie-Girl, Winster) was adopted in 2019, and nothing has changed: all she wants to do is lay in the sun, get tummy rubs, and be right by her owner's side. She's full of energy, love, attitude, and is too aware for her own good!

🏈 Draft strategy? Go with heart. 🐾 Sure, the experts are analyzing stats… but we already know the real #1 picks are right here. Loyal. Loving. Ready to be on your team for life. Meet the newest draft class: Blue Churro Simba Zack We are open from 10 am-6 pm! 💙

HWAC Pet of the Week: Goose! 💙 There’s a Silly Goose on the Loose at Helen Woodward Animal Center, and he’s looking for a loving abode to call home! Goose is a 4-month-old Terrier blend with a heart of gold and a goofy personality that is sure to put a smile on your face.

You DO NOT want to miss our Earth Day Sale at Orphaned Objects Designer Resale, April 24-26! 🌎 During this sale, there will be hundreds of items discounted throughout the store! We can't wait to see you there! We are open from 10am-5pm!

Monday means cute new faces for your feed! 😻 These sweet kitties can't wait to start their next chapter in life! They aren't quite ready for adoption yet, but they will be in the upcoming weeks! Who are you most excited to meet? 🤍

#HWACAlumni A message from Otis's family! "We adopted Otis “Chips Ahoy” from HWAC on March 30th, 2025, and our little Christmas baby turned 1 on December 24. From day one, Otis has been sweet, cuddly, and curious."

You're invited to the Cutest Prom in town! Join us May 17th at McGregor's Bar & Grill for Helen Woodward Animal Center's 12th Annual Puppy Prom. Dress your dog (or cat) to the Nines and compete in one of three categories: Dogs & Their Dates, Floats, and Going Stag.

Finally Friday… and your new best friend is waiting! 🐾 Annie- 2-month-old, female, Aussie blend Amanda- 2-month-old, female, Aussie blend Jill- Domestic Shorthair blend, female Milo- Domestic Shorthair blend, male Stop by to meet them today, we are open from 10am-6pm!

MEET BONNIE! 🐶 Bonnie is a 5-month-old Border Collie blend! When she’s not curled up next to you, she’s zooming around with pure joy or ready to play endless games of fetch! Bonnie is incredibly smart and a fast learner. She’s already crate-trained and potty-trained!

HWAC'S POTW: Isabella! 💖 Our cattery’s 3-year-old black cat superstar, Isabella, is patiently waiting to meet you! Isabella’s favorite rooms in the Center are the kitty playrooms! She loves chasing mouse plushies and will sit mesmerized by yarn dangling in front of her face.

Spring refresh with heart! Your vehicle donation helps fund medical care, shelter, and adoption services for pets who depend on your support! 🚗🤍 Visit animalcenter.careasy.org/home to learn more!

Wild Sniffari Yappy Hour at Monkey Bar San Diego at the Town and Country San Diego🐾🌿 Wednesday, April 15 | 4–7PM A portion of all the night’s sales will benefit Helen Woodward Animal Center! 🤍

Not quite Justin Bieber at Coachella… but we did just drop a lineup you don’t want to miss! It’s our weekly intake post, which means new faces at the Center! No VIP pass needed, just an open heart!❤️

#HWACAlumni "Maple is as sweet as her namesake. She loves to nap squished up against her loved ones, go on long walks with lots of sniffing, playing with kids, and getting her occasional zoomies out with her toys."

It's FriYAY, and these sweet new adoptables are so excited to meet you this weekend and join your family! 💙 Gorgonzola, Gouda, Credit, and Armani! Stop by HWAC today to meet your perfect match! We are open from 10 am-6 pm! 🐾🐶

Helen Woodward Animal Center’s POTWRuffles! 🐶 This 5-month-old Terrier blend is FAR too much fun. He has a zest for life that will keep a smile on your family’s face for days on end! 🐾 Stop by to meet him today, we are open from 12-6pm!