Licensing, shelters, lost pets and animal control.
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Santa Barbara, California
County context for browsing. Agency service areas may differ.Official animal care/control provider associated with Santa Barbara County for browsing. Service areas can differ between sheltering, field response and licensing; confirm the specific address, species and service with the provider.
Office guide →Official animal services page or explicitly named animal contact
Animal Services
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Use this specific provider’s licensing instructions. Licensing territory, animal type, vaccination proof, altered-status proof, term and fees must be confirmed; shelter coverage does not automatically establish license eligibility.
Office guide →Official animal services source — precise pet/dog licensing link
Animal Licensing
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The county publishes its shelter adoption process: identification, review, meeting and paperwork. Its rendered official locations page lists three facilities and winter opening hours. Confirm current operating status and animal availability before travelling; published regular hours are not a real-time opening or space guarantee.
Office guide →County animal shelter adoption procedures — santa barbara adoption
How to Adopt a Pet at the Shelter No appointment is required to meet animals currently housed at one of our shelters. Visit us during regular business hours and follow these steps: Walk through the shelter. Take your time and note the names or identification numbers of the animals you would like to meet. Visit the front desk. A team member will review the animal’s history, medical information, behavior notes, and any other available information with you. Complete the initial paperwork. You will need to present a government-issued photo ID showing a valid current address. Meet the animal. A team member will help introduce you to your potential new family member and answer your questions. Complete the adoption. Sign the remaining adoption documents, pay the applicable adoption fee, and take your new pet home.
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The county offers resources and referrals for direct private rehoming. Animals shown through those tools remain with their current guardians, rather than at county shelters. Contact the county about assistance and admission options; this page does not establish unconditional shelter surrender acceptance.
Office guide →Santa Barbara County Animal Services · Pet surrender and rehoming procedures (opens in a new tab)
Pet surrender and rehoming procedures — santa barbara rehoming
Facing the decision to give up your pet can be devastating and we know it's not easy. We understand that there are sometimes circumstances that may prevent you from being able to keep your pet, and Santa Barbara County Animal Services is here to help. Pets are often surrendered to a shelter because an owner is unaware of other options or resources that can help the pet remain in their home. We offer resources and other opportunities to help families maintain the bond they have with their pets. If you've exhausted these resources, please first consider directly re-homing your pet. If you are trying to rehome your cat or dog, Adopt-a-Pet has an option for you. You can create a profile for your animal and communicate with potential adopters in your area. If you are trying to rehome any other type of animal, please visit Home To Home or reach out to us and we can assist you with additional options to find your pet a new home. Adoption Process These pets are not located at our shelters. Click on the pet's profile and a new page will open providing more detail about the pet. Then, click on the "Apply to Adopt" button to be connected with the pet's current guardian. Please communicate directly with the pet's guardian to acquire veterinary records and other necessary information. Adoption Fee Adoption fees will vary based on the adoption price set by the current guardian.
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