Los Angeles FAQ & Resources

• For additional food bank resources, please visit https://pets.findhelp.com.

We’re so glad you are actively seeking an animal companion! The ASPCA in Los Angeles has cats available for adoption from ASPCA foster homes. Please visit our Adoptable Cats page for more information. You can also visit the Animal Care Centers of L.A. or L.A. Animal Services locations to adopt a pet.

We’re so glad you want to keep your pet healthier and happier. You can learn more about the ASPCA’s spay/neuter services in Los Angeles on our webpage. You can also read more about the benefits of spaying and neutering.

If your pet requires immediate care, please visit your local veterinary emergency hospital. To inquire about alternate resources, you can call 211 if you live in L.A. County, or 311 if you live in L.A. City. 

To find a veterinarian in your area, please visit the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) website.

If your pet requires immediate care, please visit your local veterinary emergency hospital. To inquire about alternate resources, you can call 211 if you live in L.A. County, or 311 if you live in L.A. City.

To find a veterinarian in your area, please visit the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) website.

If you suspect your pet may have been poisoned or has ingested a toxic substance, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC), a national telephone hotline, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is staffed by veterinarians and board-certified veterinary toxicologists. A consultation fee may apply for this lifesaving service. The phone number is (888) 426-4435.

Develop an emergency plan for your pet: visit our Emergency Care page.

We’re sorry you’re faced with such a difficult decision. With millions of companion animals surrendered to animal shelters each year, and countless stray animals roaming our streets, rehoming your pet is not a decision to be made lightly.

If circumstances arise that prohibit you from caring for your pet, there may be options for you to consider before bringing your pet to a shelter.

To find out what resources are available for you and your pet, please visit the Los Angeles Animal Services website for L.A. City residents and the County of Los Angeles Animal Care & Control website for L.A. County residents.

The ASPCA Los Angeles Initiative does not currently offer dog obedience classes. We recommend consulting your veterinarian for the best local resources. You can also see our online behavior information for helpful tips to common dog behavioral problems.

Visit ASPCA Pet Health Insurance or call (888) 716-1203 to learn more or get a quote.

Abuse of any kind should be reported to the appropriate authorities immediately. For crimes in progress, please dial 911.

Abuse or cruelty situations involving animals in Los Angeles should also be reported to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) at (877) ASK-LAPD or (877) 275-5273.

If you live in L.A. City and need more information about reporting animal cruelty, please call (213) 486-0450 or refer to LA Animal Services Animal Cruelty & Neglect resources.

If you live in L.A. County and need more information about reporting animal cruelty, please contact the  L.A. County Animal Care & Control.

For barking dogs in L.A. County, contact L.A. County Animal Care & Control. For L.A. City dog-barking complaints, contact L.A. Animal Services.

If you have found a stray dog in Los Angeles, please contact your local animal care center to find out what you should do next.

If you have found a stray cat in Los Angeles and they appear healthy, please leave them where they are! Stray cats are more likely to find their way home when left where they are.

If you have found a stray cat in Los Angeles and they appear ill or injured, please contact your local animal care center to find out what you should do next.

If you have found stray kittens in Los Angeles, use our found kittens flowchart to find out how you can help them.

If you live in L.A. County, call L.A. County’s 24-hour dispatch center for assistance at (562) 940-6898, or visit the L.A. County website for more information.

If you live in L.A. City, please contact (888) 452-7381, or visit the L.A. City website for more information.

The ASPCA does not have certified wildlife rehabilitators on staff, nor do we have wildlife experts or a wildlife department.

For more information regarding Wild Animals, please contact L.A. County Animal Care & Control or L.A. Animal Services.

Thank you for your concern about Los Angeles’ community cat population. The ASPCA endorses Trap-Neuter-Return-Monitor (TNRM) as a proven humane and effective method to manage community cat populations. For information on how you can help in LA city, please consult the L.A. Animal Services Citywide Cat Program. You can learn more about the ASPCA’s TNRM resources in El Monte, as well as the opportunities to foster kittens and cats with the ASPCA.

Learn more about the ASPCA’s policy on Community Cats and Community Cat Programs.

Thank you for seeking to volunteer your time to work with our animal friends! For information on volunteering in Los Angeles, visit the kitten and cat fostering page for more opportunities.

FixNation
Provides Trap-Neuter-Return-Monitor (TNRM) support including free spay/neuter services for homeless cats, outreach and education as well as affordable care for companion cats.

ASPCA El Monte Outdoor Community Cat Spay/Neuter Services
The ASPCA partners with Stray Paws Animal Haven to provide spay/neuter services for unowned, outdoor community cats in El Monte via TNRM.

The Sam Simon Foundation
Mobile veterinary clinic with free surgical services.

Animal Care and Control
Low-cost vaccinations and microchips for dogs and cats.

Vetco
Provides wellness services for dogs and cats.

Pets.findhelp.com
Search for free or low-cost pet support services like veterinary care, pet food pantries, temporary pet care and more.