People's OC Popup Adoption Event
2023-07-30 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | People’s OC, 2721 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana, CA, 92705, United States
Everyone had so much fun at our recent People’s OC adoption event in Santa Ana, that we’ve been invited back to their Santa Ana dispensary with some pups for adoption from 11 am – 1 pm on Sunday, July 30, 2023. They’ll be sponsoring the adoption donations for dogs adopted based on meeting them at the event. Additionally, for any pet CBD items from Bailey’s or VetCBD purchased, you will receive a $1 promo unit FREE.

Biagio's Fundraiser & Farewell Party for Janet & John Dunscomb
2023-09-02 11:00 - 20:00 | Biagio’s Italian Restaurant, 24301 Muirlands Blvd, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
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 for a celebration. If you can’t join us for the party, Dine in or Take out food from 11 am – 8 pm, and Biagio’s will donate 15% of your purchase to The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, if you mention our name, or show the flyer.

Best Friends National Adoption Weekend September 15 -17, 2023
2023-09-15 08:00 - 2023-09-17 23:30 | CA
Looking for your new Best Friend? Go to adoptocpets.org/adopt to read all about and apply to meet our pups on September 15 – September 17, 2023, as a part of the second Best Friends National Adoption Weekend of 2023.

Into the Blu Pop-Up Market and Dog Adoptions
2023-09-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Blu Laguna Niguel, 27930 Cabot Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677, United States
We’re excited to announce that we are a last minute addition to the Blu Laguna Niguel Luxury Apartments‘ Into the Blu – Pop-up Market presented by The Dream Mixer, on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 3- 7 pm. See our adoptable pups Mina, Wylie, and Yankee at the event at 27930 Cabot Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. Our pups are looking forward to seeing you!

OCMA Anniversary Week: Furry Friends Friday
2023-10-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Orange County Museum of Art, 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will be celebrating Anniversary Week with the Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 3-6 pm with a pop-up adoption event. Join us for Furry Friends Friday
Inspired by their exhibition Alice Neel: Feels Like Home, OCMA is happy to host a day dedicated to people and pets! Bring your best furry friends and enjoy pet portraits, adorable dog treats from Pup & Pop Bakeshop, and a special opportunity to meet and adopt rescued dogs from The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County!

Pups and Pints Adoption Event
2023-10-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Gamecraft Brewery, 23301 Avenida de la Carlota Unit C, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653, United States
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.

Home for the Holidays - UCI HEALTH
2023-11-17 11:00 - 14:00 | UCI Health – Orange
Join us on Friday, November 17 from 11:00 AM – 2:00PM for A Home For The Holidays event at UCI Health Healing Garden Lawn located at 101 City Drive So., Orange, CA.

LFCC Elf Yourself 5K Pet Parade – at the Lake Forest Sports Park!
2023-11-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
The Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce’s 7th Annual Elf Yourself 5K takes place in the stunning Lake Forest Sports Park on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 9:00AM-12:00PM.
The event includes a Kid Zone and Vendor Expo!
This event is rain or shine!
Bring your pets for the pet parade, there are awards for best dressed pets!

🐾 Giving Tuesday 🐾
2023-11-28 - 2023-11-29 | CA
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 here to go to our Donate page 3. Spread the word – share our page with family and friends

Thank you from The PAC and the pups!

Pet Photos with Santa 2023
2023-12-02 13:00 - 17:00 | The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, 24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
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!

Park Place Holiday Party and Pet Adoption
2023-12-05 15:00 - 17:00 | The Park At Park Place, 3337 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA, 92612, United States
Come meet your new fur friend! Join us on Tues., December 5th from 3 – 5 PM at The Park at Park Place for a special holiday party and pet adoption. The Park at Park Place is located at 3337 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA.

Pet Adoption Event in RSM
2023-12-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Atrium – RSM City Hall, 22112 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688, United States
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County, in collaboration with the office of Orange County Board of Supervisors’ Chairman Don Wagner, Mission Viejo Animal Services, and nonprofit H.E.A.R.T. are excited to host a community pop-up holiday pet adoption event in Rancho Santa Margarita on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 3-5 p.m. You’ll find us in the Atrium area between City Hall and The Bell Tower Regional Community Center. The event will include adoptable dogs, cats, and small animals, along with community resources, all celebrating the holidays. Come join the fun and consider adopting a new family member!

Spa Gregorie's RSM Pet Adoption Event
2024-02-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Spa Gregorie’s – RSM, 30212 Tomas, Ste. 150, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688, United States
Come meet our adorable pups at Spa Gregorie’s in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Pet Evolution Irvine Grand Opening Adoption Event
2024-02-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Pet Evolution – Irvine, 3965 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Join us for the Grand Opening of Pet Evolution in Irvine on February 4th from 12-4 and come meet some of our furry friends available for adoption!

Spa Gregorie's Newport Beach Pet Adoption Event
2024-02-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Spa Gregorie’s – Newport Beach, 200 Newport Center Dr., Ste. 100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660, United States
Come meet our adorable pups at Spa Gregorie’s in Newport Beach.

🌺 Become a South County Pet Expo Sponsor! 🐾
2024-03-01 - 2024-03-27 | CA
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 return the Sponsor Form by our deadline of Wednesday, March 27, 2024.
Click here to view the So County Pet Expo Sponsor Letter 2024
Click here for So County Pet Expo Sponsor Form 2024
For more information, please contact Kevin Fernandez: 949-273-6978 or sponsor@adoptocpets.org.

See's Candy Fundraiser benefitting our PAC & pups!
2024-03-01 - 2024-03-15 | CA
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 pups appreciate it!

Hala's Paws Dog Adoptions in Mission Viejo
2024-03-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Hala’s Paws – Mission Viejo, 27525 Puerta Real, Suite #100, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691, United States
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!

Dog Adoptions at The Pet Evolution in Irvine
2024-03-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Pet Evolution – Irvine, 3965 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will be at The Pet Evolution in Irvine on Saturday, March 16, from 11am-2pm, doing dog adoptions! Come to The Pet Evolution in Irvine to ADOPT your next furry family member!

PetSmart National Adoption Weekend Sunday March 24th
2024-03-24 12:00 - 16:00 | PetSmart Foothill Ranch, 26532 Towne Centre Dr, Foothill Ranch, CA, 92610, United States
This Sunday, March 24th: Come meet Brandie and our other adorable pups at PetSmart in Foothill Ranch, 26532 Towne Center Dr, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, from 12-4 pm. Adopt a pup as part of Petsmart’s National Adoption Weekend!

🌺 South County Pet Expo 2024 🐾
2024-04-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Lake Forest Sports Park, 28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
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.

Dog Adoption Event at Pet Evolution April 13, 2024
2024-04-10 11:00 - 2024-04-13 14:00 | Pet Evolution – Irvine, 3965 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Join us on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 11 am – 2 pm, for our monthly dog adoption event at Pet Evolution in Irvine. We’ve got the cutest pups, like Sunny, just waiting for their forever families. See you there!

Dog Adoptions at Hala's Paws, Mission Viejo
2024-04-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Hala’s Paws – Mission Viejo, 27525 Puerta Real, Suite #100, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691, United States
Don’t miss this month’s Dog Adoptions at Hala’s Paws in Mission Viejo. See you on Saturday, April 20th from 11 am -2 pm.

Dog Adoptions at Hala's Paws, Mission Viejo
2024-05-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Hala’s Paws – Mission Viejo, 27525 Puerta Real, Suite #100, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691, United States
Don’t miss this month’s Dog Adoptions at Hala’s Paws in Mission Viejo. See you on Saturday, May 11th from 11 am -2 pm.

Dog Adoption Event at Pet Evolution May 25, 2024
2024-05-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Pet Evolution – Irvine, 3965 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Join us on Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 11 am – 2 pm, for our monthly dog adoption event at Pet Evolution in Irvine. We’ve got the cutest pups, like Sunny here, just waiting for their forever families. See you there!

Join us for Bliss Animal Hospital Grand Opening & Adoptions on Saturday, June 8th!
2024-06-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Bliss Animal Hospital, 26741 Rancho Pkwy, Ste 105-D, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
Join us in welcoming Bliss Animal Hospital to our community on Saturday, June 8th from 10am-3pm at 26741 Rancho Pkwy, Suite 105-D in Lake Forest, CA! We will have some of our pups there available for adoption from 11 am – 2 pm. Come meet them!
Can’t join us or already have a pet? Please consider making a donation to the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. We depend on your generosity. Without donations, we cannot keep our center open or provide for the pets in our care. On average, it costs $1,200 to care for a dog until it finds a forever home. We also have special surgeries that can cost several thousand dollars a month. Cash donations—no matter how much—are greatly appreciated.

Meet our pups at Hala's Paws in Ladera Ranch on Saturday, June 15th!
2024-06-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Hala’s Paws – Ladera Ranch, 1101 Corporate Dr. Suite A3, Ladera Ranch, CA, 92694, United States
The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County will be at Hala’s Paws in Ladera Ranch on June 15th, from 11am-2pm, doing dog adoptions! Come to Hala’s Paws to ADOPT your next furry family member!
Can’t join us or already have a pet? Please consider making a donation to the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. We depend on your generosity. Without donations, we cannot keep our center open or provide for the pets in our care. On average, it costs $1,200 to care for a dog until it finds a forever home. We also have special surgeries that can cost several thousand dollars a month. Cash donations—no matter how much—are greatly appreciated.

Meet our pups at Pet Evolution in Irvine on Saturday, June 22nd!
2024-06-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Pet Evolution – Irvine, 3965 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Join us on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 11 am – 2 pm, for our monthly dog adoption event at Pet Evolution in Irvine. We’ve got the cutest pups, like Sunny here, just waiting for their forever families. See you there!
Can’t join us or already have a pet? Please consider making a donation to the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. We depend on your generosity. Without donations, we cannot keep our center open or provide for the pets in our care. On average, it costs $1,000 to care for a dog until it finds a forever home. We also have special surgeries that can cost several thousand dollars a month. Cash donations—no matter how much—are greatly appreciated.

Meet our pups at PetSmart in Lake Forest on Sunday, July 21st!
2024-07-21 12:00 - 15:30 | PetSmart Foothill Ranch, 26532 Towne Centre Dr, Foothill Ranch, CA, 92610, United States
Join us on Sunday, July 21, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm, for PetSmart’s National Adoption Week at PetSmart in Lake Forest. We’ve got the cutest pups, like Buddie and TJ here, just waiting for their forever families. See you there!

Can’t join us or already have a pet? Please consider making a donation to the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. We depend on your generosity. Without donations, we cannot keep our center open or provide for the pets in our care. On average, it costs $1,000 to care for a dog until it finds a forever home. We also have special surgeries that can cost several thousand dollars a month. Cash donations—no matter how much—are greatly appreciated.

Meet our pups at Pet Evolution in Irvine on Saturday, July 27th!
2024-07-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Pet Evolution – Irvine, 3965 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Join us on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 11 am – 2 pm, for our monthly dog adoption event at Pet Evolution in Irvine. We’ve got the cutest pups, like Sunny here, just waiting for their forever families. See you there!

Can’t join us or already have a pet? Please consider making a donation to the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. We depend on your generosity. Without donations, we cannot keep our center open or provide for the pets in our care. On average, it costs $1,000 to care for a dog until it finds a forever home. We also have special surgeries that can cost several thousand dollars a month. Cash donations—no matter how much—are greatly appreciated.
