Lake Forest Business Expo
2017-10-20 00:30 - 02:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lake Forest Beach & Tennis Club, 22921 Ridge Route, Lake Forest, CA, United States
Join us and the Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce for the annual Soroptimist Business Expo at the Lake Forest Beach and Tennis Club on Thursday, October 19, from 5:30-7:30 pm.

SoCal VegFest
2017-10-28 18:00 - 2017-10-30 01:00 | OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
Come see our adoptable dogs at the third annual SoCal VegFest, being held on Saturday and Sunday, October 28-29 at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa. We will be in Booth A3 in the Costa Mesa Building, from 11 am – 6 pm both days. With 140+ booths, its a must-see…and taste event!

Pet Photos with Santa 2017!
2017-12-02 22:00 - 2017-12-03 01:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Join us at our Lake Forest Pet Adoption Center on Saturday, December 2, 2017 for Pet Photos with Santa. All proceeds support our efforts to help homeless pets.

DREAM Animal Rescue Cat Adoption Event
2018-01-14 20:00 - 23:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Come down to our Lake Forest Pet Adoption Center on Sunday, January 14, 2018, to meet the adoptable cats and kittens from DREAM Animal Rescue. Besides our available dogs and DREAM’s cats in our cattery, DREAM will have additional cats and kittens brought in from their foster homes for adoption at our center from Noon to 3 pm. Come meet them all!

South County Pet Expo 2018
2018-03-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
It’s time for the third annual South County Pet Expo! This extremely popular Free event will once again feature numerous rescue groups, vendors, demonstrations, and special guest, Bruce Cameron, author of “A Dog’s Purpose.”

First Anniversary Kickoff Adoption Event
2018-06-30 20:00 - 23:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Join us Saturday, June 30, 2018 from 1-4 pm to adopt a dog, cat, puppy, or kitten, and kick-off our First Anniversary Celebration weekend!

First Anniversary Celebration and Open House
2018-07-01 21:00 - 2018-07-02 03:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
We’re celebrating all afternoon and evening on Sunday, July 1, 2018. First, come see what we do at our Lake Forest Pet Adoption Center, from 2-5 pm. Ready to celebrate and help us raise funds for the next year? Then join us at the Lake Forest Beach and Tennis Club from 5-8 pm where we will have food, fun, a silent auction, and boat rides for a modest donation. Please RSVP to lynnae@adoptocpets if you plan to participate in the celebration at the Beach and Tennis Club. We look forward to seeing you there!

Chipotle Dinner Fundraiser
2018-07-30 00:00
Join us Sunday evening July 29, 2018 from 5-9 pm, for our next dinner fundraiser at Chipotle Mexican Grill in the Home Depot center on El Toro Road near Rockfield in Lake Forest. Mention us, show our flyer, or print a copy and bring it with you. If you do, The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will receive 33% of the proceeds. Enjoy some healthy and delicious food while you support us!

DREAM Kitty Adoption Event at the Pet Adoption Center
2018-08-12 19:00 - 23:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Join The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County in welcoming the foster kitties from DREAM Animal Rescue for a special adoption event at our Lake Forest adoption center on Sunday, August 12, 2018, from Noon – 4 p.m. Meet 30 cats and kittens, including some from the recent Lake Forest cat hoarding case, where OC Animal Care took in over 100 cats from a single residence.
All cats and kittens come spayed or neutered, combo tested, FVRCP vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed and flea-treated. Don’t forget to look at the available PAC-OC dogs while you are there. For questions about the event or DREAM kitties, call (949) 836-5664.

PAC-OC August Fundraiser - Pei Wei
2018-08-26 18:00 - 2018-08-27 04:00 | Pei Wei, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
It’s time for our August food fundraiser. You can enjoy lunch or dinner at Pei Wei in Lake Forest or Laguna Niguel on Sunday, August 26th from 11 am – 9 pm. Show this flyer to support us.

Pet Photos with Santa 2018
2018-12-08 21:00 - 2018-12-09 00:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Bring your pets for Christmas photos with Santa at the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 1-4 pm. For a $20 donation, and $10 per additional pet, you’ll receive a digital file. Thanks to Lisa Scarsi Photography and Santa Claus, for this special annual event.

Second Annual Lake Forest Elf Yourself 5K
2018-12-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
We’ll be at the Lake Forest Sports Park, Saturday December 15, 2018, for the Second Annual Lake a Forest Chamber of Commerce Elf Yourself 5K and festivities. The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will host a Pet Parade/Costume Contest at 10:30 am. Prizes will be awarded for Best Holiday-themed Costume, Best owner-pet lookalikes, and Most Creative Costume.
You don’t have to sign up for the 5K to participate in the festivities. Dress up your pet and come join us!

2019 South County Pet Expo
2019-03-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
It’s time for the 4th Annual South County Pet Expo, coming to the Lake Forest Sports Park on Saturday, March 9, 2019, from 10 am – 2 pm. Sponsored by Orange County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, The City of Lake Forest, The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, and Saddleback Church. There will be plenty of pets to adopt, plus demos, vendors, and food.
If you’re interested in a booth or sponsorship, please click here.

Fur Baby Chat - Dog Nutrition
2019-06-07 01:30 - 03:30 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
An in-depth discussion of Dog Nutrition with Dr. Matthew Wheaton, of Alicia Pet Care Center in Mission Viejo. Please RSVP to info@adoptocpets.org by June 4, 2019.

We're Two, Thanks to You
2019-07-28 20:00 - 23:00
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County invites you to our 2nd Birthday Party! Stop by between 1pm & 4pm, on 7/28/2019.
If you have an alumni dog, we’d love to see you ALL again!
Bring a Birthday Gift from our Wish List below and enter a drawing to win a fabulous Gift Basket from Pet Wants!

Paper Towels – Bounty brand or Costco
Puppy Pee Pads – approx 21-22″ square is ok (Adhesive on bottom is preferable)
Pill Pockets- Greenies – Capsule size. Dogs prefer Duck and Pea formula
Dog Treats – Good Quality. True Chews Duck or Turkey, Nudges, Stella & Chewy’s Dainty Duck Recipe (meal) ,
Gift Cards: Petco, Petsmart, Amazon, Home Depot, Albertsons, Target
Monetary Donations! Cash, Check, Paypal: donate@adoptocpets.org
Order anything from our Amazon Wish List:

Join us at the Elf Yourself 5k & Expo
2019-12-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Register now if you want to run or walk. More details on the expo and fun activities to come!

Take Your Pet’s Photos With Santa!
2019-12-15 21:00 - 2019-12-16 01:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Willie formally invites you and your fur kid(s) to an afternoon of holiday fun on Sunday 12/15 from 1-5 PM at our center in Lake Forest. This is our main holiday fundraiser to help care for and place many pups in need. Plus you will receive professional digital photos for your own use. It even makes a great gift for that dog lover in your life!
Pre-sale tickets are now available! To join us, simply PayPal your $20 donation for one pet’s photos with Santa ($30 for two pets) to donate@adoptocpets.org. If you choose Friends/Family, we won’t incur any fees. Or visit adoptocpets.org/donate/ to make your donation via credit card. Please write SANTA (and guest’s name if not you) under your donation amount for tracking.
We hope to see all of you there—especially our PAC alumni!
Willie and Santa 2018

Sponsor a Booth at the 5th Annual South County Pet Expo
2020-03-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, The City of Lake Forest and The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County are sponsoring the 5th annual South County Pet Expo on March 28th at the Lake Forest Sports Park. If you are a rescue group, or have a pet-related product or service, we want you to join us! Review details return your completed Pet Expo 2020 SPONSOR form by March 13th.

COVID-19 Compliant Dog Adoption Event
2020-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Pet Stop Warehouse, 27690 Santa Margarita Parkway, Unit D, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691, United States
On Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 11 am – 1 pm, the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County is having an adoption event at PetStop Warehouse. We will be masked up, sanitizing and social distancing with three great pups, to welcome the new business owner to town. Come meet Darcy, Rosemary, and Scooby and support this wonderful local business.

Photos with Santa 2020
2020-12-05 - 2020-12-06 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
It’s time for our annual photos with Santa fundraiser. Simply Joy photography will be joining the Pet Adoption Center and Santa to provide all participants with professional digital photos for your holiday use. This year, due to COVID-19, photo sessions are by appointment. Email Lori_work@msn.com ASAP to secure your spot. There’s only a few left.

South County Pet Expo 2022
2022-04-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
After a two year COVID-19 delay, the City of Lake Forest and the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County are pleased to present the 2022 South County Pet Expo on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 am – 1 pm at the Lake Forest Sports Park. The Pet Expo is back with a renewed energy and increased focus on the most current needs of pets and their people.
This family and pet-friendly event will feature rescue groups with loving animals available for adoption, a low-cost pet vaccine clinic, exhibits, vendors providing all manner of pet products and services, as well as amazing food trucks and more! Due to the enormous popularity of the Pet Expo, FREE overflow parking will be available from Saddleback Church, directly across the street from the event. For the safety of all participants, the event will comply with COVID-19 protocols and best practices in effect on the date of the event.

If you are a nonprofit animal welfare organization or have a pet-related product or service and would like to participate in the event, email sponsor@adoptocpets.org for further details.

Best Friends National Adoption Weekend May 20-22, 2022
2022-05-20 - 2022-05-23 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Get ready to Bring Home Happiness with The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County and Best Friends Animal Society. Thanks to Bounty, our favorite AmazonSmile Wish List item, this national adoption event brings together animal welfare organizations, like ours, across the country to help us all save more lives by connecting adoptable animals with their future families.
Starting May 20 through May 22, go to the Adopt page to see all of our adoptables and find your match.
If you find a dog you are interested in, please follow the instructions to download, complete, and email us an application. For this event, we will be reducing the adoption donation for each dog by $25 if you mention that you are participating in the Best Friends National Adoption Weekend.
Thank you for your support! Be sure to share the love by forwarding this information to family members or friends looking for a new pet.

Lake Forest Fourth of July Parade
2022-07-04 10:00 | El Toro High School, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Join the PAC-OC Pup Parade at the Lake Forest Fourth of July Parade starting at El Toro High School on Monday, July 4, 2022, starting at 10 am. We will be celebrating our 5th anniversary and the next chapter in our journey. We will be pushing our pups in strollers to protect their sensitive paws. It’s going to be a lot of fun. See you there!

Best Friends National Adoption Weekend, July 22 - 24, 2022
2022-07-22 - 2022-07-25 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Get ready to Bring Home Happiness with The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County and Best Friends Animal Society. This national adoption event brings together animal welfare organizations, like ours, across the country to help us all save more lives by connecting adoptable animals with their future families. Starting July 22 through July 24, go to adoptocpets.org/adopt to see all of our adoptables and find your match!

PAC-OC Summer Online Auction
2022-07-31 19:00 - 2022-08-06 20:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
We’ve got some great items in our Summer Online Silent Auction to raise funds for medical care for our pups. The Facebook event runs from July 31, 2022 through August 6, 2022 at 8 pm Pacific Time. Get your bids in!

Food Fundraiser-Pasta (or Pizza) for Puppies at Biagio's
2022-08-14 11:00 - 20:00 | Biagio’s Italian Restaurant, 24301 Muirlands Blvd, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
It’s another fun-draiser at Biagio’s Italian Restaurant, 24301 Muirlands Blvd, Lake Forest, CA benefitting the pups at The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. Show the flyer or the details on your phone when you eat in or dine out all day Sunday, August 14, 2022. 15% of your purchase will be donated to our organization.

Best Friends National Adoption Weekend, September 16 -18, 2022
2022-09-16 - 2022-09-19
Get ready to Bring Home Happiness with The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County and Best Friends Animal Society. This national adoption event brings together animal welfare organizations, like ours, across the country to help us all save more lives by connecting adoptable animals with their future families. Starting September 16 through September 18, go to adoptocpets.org/adopt to see all of our adoptables and find your match!

Lake Forest 1 Community Garage Sale
2022-10-08 07:00 - 11:00 | Lake Forest Beach & Tennis Club, 22921 Ridge Route, Lake Forest, CA, United States
The PAC-OC will have lots of pet-related items, and many other things for sale at the Lake Forest Beach and Tennis Club next door to our adoption center, on Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 7-11 am. Don’t miss out!

6th Annual Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce Elf Yourself 5K
2022-11-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will be participating in the 6th annual Elf Yourself 5K and community expo at the Lake Forest Sports Park on Saturday, November 19, 2022, starting at 9 am. We will once again be running the pet parade. Past events awarded pets prizes for the Most Festive Costume, the Best Pet/Owner lookalikes, and the Best Overall costume. use the QR code on the event flyer to sign up for the 5K. See you there!

Photos with Santa 2022
2022-11-26 13:00 - 17:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Santa is coming to the PAC-OC in Lake Forest again on Saturday, November 26, 2022 from 1-5 pm. Don’t miss the chance to get your pets’ photos with Santa for the 2022 holiday season. It’s a great event with proceeds going to help support the PAC-OC and our pups. This year, no reservations are required. Mark your calendar so you don’t miss this merry opportunity!
