The City of Irvine proudly supports the Pets for Vets Act, a California state law that requires animal shelters to waive cat and dog adoption fees for military veterans. Since January 2020, eligible veterans adopting a cat or dog from the Irvine Animal Care Center have been able to do so at no cost. Certain licensing and puppy wellness fees may still apply.
Please note: The Pets for Vets Act is separate from Pets for Vets, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to pairing animals from rescues and shelters with military veterans.
In support of our community, the center will also waive rabbit adoption fees for our veterans.
To qualify for the discount, potential adopters must bring their current valid driver’s license or identification card imprinted with the word “veteran.”
Learn more about the adoption process and fees at irvineanimals.org/adopt.
For more information, call the Irvine Animal Care Center at 949-724-7740.