April 2023
South County Pet Expo 2023
We are planning the 2023 South County Pet Expo with the City of Lake Forest and Chairman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, Donald Wagner. This year the event will coincide with Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023. The event will be held from 10 am - 2 pm at the Lake Forest Sports Park. Mark your calendar. If you have pet-related products or services, or operate a pet-related nonprofit, contact sponsor@adoptocpets.org for booth information. See you there! Follow…
Find out more »June 2023
Paintings and Paws
Join us Saturday, June 3rd for a special afternoon dog adoption event and inspirational exhibition of paintings by autistic children. Together, The Xinli Foundation and The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County are promoting awareness of children with autism and pets in need in our community. All proceeds from the paintings will go toward supporting the PAC-OC, thanks to the generosity of the Xinli Foundation. Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 2pm – 5pm at The pet Adoption Center of Orange…
Find out more »September 2023
Biagio’s Fundraiser & Farewell Party for Janet & John Dunscomb
Please join us for good food and great company on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 at Biagio's Restaurant in Lake Forest. We are honoring our amazing volunteers, Janet and John Dunscomb, who are moving to the Pacific Northwest. John was one of our very first volunteers. Soon thereafter, Janet became a volunteer and elevated to a lead position with us and in the hearts of our dogs. Everyone will miss them dearly. A group of volunteers will be gathering mid-to-late afternoon…
Find out more »October 2023
Pups and Pints Adoption Event
We're excited to announce that we will be partnering with the Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce, Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce, Mission Viejo Animal Services, and CR&R to hold a Pups and Pints adoption event at Gamecraft Brewery in Laguna Hills on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from Noon - 2 pm. More details to follow.
Find out more »November 2023
🐾 Giving Tuesday 🐾
Once again, The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will be participating in Giving Tuesday and this year, more than ever, we need your help! On November 28, 2023, people all over the world will be coming together to do extraordinary things. Whether that's through donations to community organizations or assisting neighbors with everyday tasks, generosity has been making a positive impact on the world. Here's how you can make a difference: 1. Mark your calendar 2. Give - click…
Find out more »December 2023
Pet Photos with Santa 2023
It's that time of year when Santa visits our Lake Forest Pet Adoption Center. Bring your pets for photos with Santa on Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 1-5 pm. It's always lots of fun and a good fundraising event for us. See you there!
Find out more »March 2024
🌺 Become a South County Pet Expo Sponsor! 🐾
This popular annual event is in its 7th year! This year it is being presented by the City of Lake Forest, The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, and Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner. The Expo is luau-themed and will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 10AM to 2 PM, in The Commons greenbelt area at the Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA 92630. To participate in the 2024 South County Pet Expo, please…
Find out more »See’s Candy Fundraiser benefitting our PAC & pups!
Our See's Candy fundraiser is ending this Friday the 15th! There is still time to order and the candy will ship directly to you! Don't know what to get? A gift card is an excellent option...and there is no shipping fee...YAY! Please help us raise much needed funds to rescue more dogs from overcrowded shelters! The Pet Adoption Center receives 20% of every order. Click here to place your order! Thank you in advance for your support...the PAC and the…
Find out more »Hala’s Paws Dog Adoptions in Mission Viejo
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will be at Hala's Paws Mission Viejo location on March 9th, from 11am-2pm, doing dog adoptions! Come to Hala’s Paws to ADOPT your next furry family member!
Find out more »April 2024
🌺 South County Pet Expo 2024 🐾
Join us for the South County Pet Expo at the Lake Forest Sports Park and come meet some of our furry friends! Be sure to dust off your Hawaiian shirts and grass skirts because this year's event will be luau-themed.
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