OC Shelter Cats and Dogs Need Homes
Orange County's OC Animal Care shelter is highlighting several pets, including cats and dogs, as its August 'Clear the Shelters' promotion ends.
Orange County's OC Animal Care shelter is highlighting several available pets as its August adoption promotions conclude. The shelter, located in Tustin, is running half-price adoption fees for cats, kittens, and rabbits on weekdays and waiving fees for dogs weighing 25 pounds and up, according to a report from Voice of OC.
Staff at the county-run shelter have provided details on multiple animals currently seeking homes. The information covers their backgrounds, personalities, and specific adoption promotions that apply to them.
Featured Feline Residents
Three kittens and one young cat are among the pets listed. Mr. Llama, a 3-month-old orange tabby, has been at the shelter for about a month after being found as a stray in Anaheim. Shelter staff say he can be a little nervous and recommend people go slowly when first meeting him. He shares a kennel with another kitten named Alpaca.
Alpaca is also a 3-month-old domestic shorthair who came in as a stray from Anaheim on the same day, August 3, 2026. Staff descriptions similarly note he can be a little nervous and advise a slow introduction. A third kitten, Elain, is a 2-month-old female tortoiseshell cat who arrived from Fountain Valley on August 21, 2026. Shelter staff have no personality details to share for Elain.
The final cat profiled is Kai, a 3-month-old female tabby who has been at the shelter for about two months since her intake from Santa Ana on June 25, 2026. Staff say she would do best in a home without children and with owners who have lots of patience. All cats are spayed or neutered and are available for half-price adoption on weekdays for the remainder of August.
| Name | Pet ID | Sex | Age | Weight | Color | Breed | Intake Date | Intake Jurisdiction | Kennel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Llama | A1972657 | Male (neutered) | 3 months | 3 pounds | Orange, tabby | Domestic shorthair | 8/3/2026 | Anaheim | #C204 |
| Alpaca | A1972658 | Male (neutered) | 3 months | 3.4 pounds | Gray | Domestic shorthair | 8/3/2026 | Anaheim | #C204 |
| Elain | A1975154 | Female (spayed) | 2 months | 2.1 pounds | Tortoiseshell, orange | Domestic shorthair | 8/21/2026 | Fountain Valley | #C203 |
| Kai | A1965671 | Female (spayed) | 3 months | 4.7 pounds | Brown, tabby, white | Domestic shorthair | 6/25/2026 | Santa Ana | #C301 |
Canine Companions Available
Two dogs are also featured in the shelter's listing. Francis is a 4-month-old Mexican hairless mix, also known as a Xoloitzcuintli. He has been at the shelter for about three weeks after coming in as a stray from Anaheim on August 11, 2026. Staff describe him as a friendly puppy who loves attention and say he would do best with a patient and loving family.
The other dog is Pilaf, a 3-year-old pit bull mix who has been at the shelter for almost two weeks. He was taken in as a stray from Anaheim on August 18, 2026. Staff say he is a timid pet but opens up quickly with gentle praise and patience. Notations also describe him as a friendly dog who could benefit from additional training to work on his manners. Both Francis and Pilaf are neutered and qualify for the shelter's promotion waiving adoption fees for dogs 25 pounds and up.
| Name | Pet ID | Sex | Age | Weight | Color | Breed | Intake Date | Intake Jurisdiction | Kennel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis | A1973712 | Male (neutered) | 4 months | 45 pounds | Brown, black | Mexican hairless mix | 8/11/2026 | Anaheim | #411 |
| Pilaf | A1974717 | Male (neutered) | 3 years | 60 pounds | Tan, white | Pit bull mix | 8/18/2026 | Anaheim | #308 |
Shelter Logistics and Visiting
OC Animal Care is open daily for adoption visits from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. During this time, visitors can freely walk through the kennel areas to view available animals. The Voice of OC report notes that while dogs over 25 pounds typically have reduced adoption fees year-round, the additional half-price promotion for cats, kittens, and rabbits on weekdays is specific to August.
Prospective adopters are advised to schedule a visit by calling the shelter's main line at (714) 935-6848 and mentioning the animal ID number for any specific pet of interest. For owners considering a new pet, reviewing resources on fixtures for home setup and injuries for common health considerations is prudent. The shelter's 'Clear the Shelters' month is ending soon alongside these promotional offers. The report was compiled by Angelina Hicks, the Voice of OC Collegiate News Service Editor.
