Adopting Pets from Santa Barbara Humane Society
There are many awesome dogs and cool cats eagerly awaiting adoption at the Santa Barbara Humane Society. We have purebreds, mixed breeds, young, old, big, small — and everything in between. At the Santa Barbara Humane Society, we maintain detailed health and temperament profiles on each adoption animal, and will help prospective families make a good match when choosing their new furry companion. Our adoption fees include an initial health examination, vaccines, spay/neuter surgery, temperament evaluation, microchip with registration, and a starter pack of food.
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Directions: From Highway 101 in the Santa Barbara area, take the Patterson Avenue offramp, and then turn towards the ocean. The first right is Overpass Road. The Santa Barbara Humane Society is approximately 1/3 of a mile down at 5399 Overpass Road. You can’t miss the yellow buildings! For more information and a map, take a look at our Contact Us page.
I love people. My perfect day would consist of laying in a sunny carpeted spot for a few hours, snuffling around in the grass outside, and curling up for some Netflix in the evening.
People who meet me remark on my gentle eyes and disposition.
Can't adopt me, but interested in fostering?
I need a foster home while I look for a forever home to spend my golden years in.
I have arthritis and my joints hurt from standing and laying on the hard floor here.
Shelter life for a senior like me is not perfect. I know I'll find my forever home soon because I am so friendly and easygoing. But, in the meantime, I need a friend to help me out with a comfy place to sleep!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Senior, Male, Medium
- Mixed Breed, Poodle
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Sonia is a sweet girlie! She takes a few to get comfortable with new people but then she will be glued to your side! She enjoys the company of grownups and loves to have a house to herself!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Bella is our last Hurricane Harvey dog! She has successfully finished treatment for Heartworm, has a clean bill of health and is ready to take SB!
We like to call her Bella the Beautiful. She is 110% invested in everything you have to say and brings a positive attitude and her infectious good spirits every where. We love Bella and you will too!
She gets along with other dogs and humans.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
Moana would make a great sport dog! She is very eager to please. She is whip smart and a quick learner. She has a lot of drive and would need someone who will be able to give her lots of stimulation and exercise.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
- Mixed Breed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Rusty can sit and shake paws on command. This big goober LOVES toys! He will chase and bring back a toy in several joyful bounds!
As you can see, he has lovely sweet eyes and that first impression has proven to be correct as we have gotten to know him. Rusty enjoys going on outings with human friends. His smile is infectious 🙂
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Medium
Lucille has the refined elegance of a duchess and the coolness of a movie star. Her favorite thing is to curl up under a warm fuzzy blanket. She always wants to be in the presence of humans. She is gentle and walks very daintily from one sunbathing spot to the next when she goes to doggie playgroups each morning.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Senior, Female, Small
Rudy tries really hard to do the right thing! He loves to get butt-scratches and attention!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
Spots is laid-back and easy, not needing too much activity.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Young, Male, Small
Every moment is a Kodak moment with Mr. Kodak! Kodak is a nice, friendly dog. He is super young, so naturally he is very playful and excited about anything new! As a baby, he will need an owner who is committed to providing training and lots of exercise because that's what all athletic, young dogs need. If you are looking for a dog with a full lifetime of hikes and beach play-dates ahead of him, Kodak is a great choice!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Young, Male, Medium
We don't know who Luke's father is. Regardless, he is a very happy, eager to please, friendly doggo!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
Daisy is the quintessential old lady- proud, focused on proper manners when greeting, but very loving and kind once you get past her stern exterior.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Lelani loves to SnapChat! She is very sweet to be around. She is also very good with other dogs. She loves to roll on her back and wiggle while she waits for her buddies to come play with her.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
Capone has quite the personality! He is very goofy and fun to be around. He never takes anything too seriously. We included some behind the scenes photos from a recent shoot that he did while we wait for the originals. We think he may have modeling potential!
Capone has done basic obedience training with a volunteer and passed with flying colors. We can't wait to find this sweet boy his loving forever home.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
The ideal beach dog! Jasper loves to run and play with his doggie friends and with his human friends!
Interested in learning more? Contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
Darwin loves to play! This high energy dog will be a great companion for an active, experienced dog-person. Darwin is great with other dogs but his excitement makes him a little bouncy when with his human friends.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Medium
- Mixed Breed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Sadie is a stunning girl! She is very good on leash and listens well. She is easily trainable as she is motivated by both food and toys. Her beautiful eyes seem very serious until you pull out a toy and then she is frolicking like a puppy!
Sadie would like to be the only dog in your home.
Interested in learning more? Contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Large
Tom is one big hunk of love who loves people and playing with other dogs. We challenge you to find him without a smile on his face!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit Tom between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to Tom, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
All this happy boy wants to do is play, play, play! We estimate Bodee to be about two years old. He loves the water.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
Zimba is a happy girl with the most beautiful coloring. She's been with us a little while now and hasn't been getting much interest. Let's change that!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to Zimba, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
Are you looking for a walking partner? Sweetie may look small, but she is totally athletic and just loves being out and about. Did we mention she loves to ruckus around with other small dogs? Although she doesnât come across as a snuggle puss, once you earn her trust, she likes nothing more than to be held and petted. She especially likes to climb onto your shoulder. Itâs time for Sweetie to be in her own special home.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Rhondaâs favorite part of the day is our doggie playgroups where she gets to romp around with the others. After a good run around the yard we usually find her sunbathing. She will need some time and patience to get her used to a new routine but once she trusts she is extremely loyal! We know that there is a special person out there for Rhonda. Are you the one?
Rhonda is the final dog for adoption that were rescued from a hoarding situation in 2016.
If you are interested, the best thing to do is visit Rhonda between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to her, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
I am like a big friendly, lovable bear. l love slow walks around the neighborhood! I would be a great easygoing dog for someone who wants a friend to share their home with.
My eyes look kind of funny because my eyelashes were growing the wrong way. Don't worry though, I'm all fixed up now!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this doggo between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and personally introduce yourself to the dog, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Large
- Labrador Retriever
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Are you looking to adopt a dog who enjoys a good scratch behind the ears and being by your side but who is fine being on her own as well? Brook just might be your girl! This easy going five year old would be a great addition to any family. Be sure to check out her newly posted video taken just after she got done in big circles as fast as she could, happy as a clam in a yard with one of our volunteers. Her silly grin is sure to make you smile!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit Brooke between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to Brooke, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
- Mixed Breed
- Spayed/Neutered
- Up-to-date with routine shots
Lucy would love to show you her tricks! She knows sit, shake, and down and is a fun energetic girl who is looking for a best friend to have fun with. She loves everyone she meets and while she has some doggie friends here and has lived with another dog in her last home we think she will do best as the only dog in her new home. Lucy's been patiently waiting with us for a home here longer than any other (581 day as of June 8, 2017) and her adoption fee is therefore waived.
To chat more or arrange a time to meet Lucy, please call us at 805-964-4777 or email us at [email protected] You may also contact us about her at 805-500-3284 or [email protected]
Adult, Female, Large
Vote Lincoln 2020!
Lincoln is very thoughtful and considerate. He carefully considers all sides of every situation... But, as his catchphrase goes, "Getting pets is always best!" He may seem like he lacks the flash and showmanship of a potential president, but his long, dark, silky fur hides a political panther ready to negotiate in your best interest!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Sadie is still timid in the new shelter environment so she'd prefer to stay in her safe hidey-hole for pictures, thank you, for now.
She likes to have her face pet gently and we can tell that this sweet baby will bloom into quite the wonderful cat once she feels safe.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Whiskey is such a nice kitten! Friendly, outgoing, HILARIOUS.... She'll run around like a crazy cat and then she'll be rolling around in your lap. She loves to get attention. She is quite active (she's a kitten), but she knows her manners.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Baby, Female, Small
Romeo loves attention! His purr is puurrretty loud when you start petting him! He is a little more unsure of new situations, so we are only just starting to see his confidence rise.
Romeo is healthy, fully vaccinated, neutered, and micro-chipped!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Male, Medium
Sandra is a super cheerful, chirpy girl with lots of confidence. She loves attention. As soon as I started petting her, she flipped onto her back and purred like the happiest cat in the world. She likes to explore the cat adoption building, and seems to roll with new experiences quite well.
She is healthy, up to date on all vaccines, spayed and micro-chipped.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
Sometimes, Clarissa makes funny faces (see above), but she is such a beautiful girlie 98% of the time. Ok- She's beautiful even when she looks like she's seen a ghost!
She loves to be brushed and have her fur petted. She is very friendly with strangers. What a sweetheart!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
Roxy is very friendly! She really enjoys being pet and seems very confident with strangers. Roxy loves to curl up in her favorite bed (as pictured), but once you convince her to leave the warm and snuggly place, she becomes a strutting, purring machine! Roxy is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, micro-chipped and healthy!
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Medium
Stella loves to be pet! Some cool things about Stella: She has a teddy bear that she carries around with her (we are TRYING to get pictures!), her fur forms a ridge of longer fur along her spine so she looks like a fluffy dinosaur, and her tail may be a little shorter than the average tail.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Adult, Female, Small
Meinu thrives on attention! Her big eyes will find yours and lock on. She likes to roll on her back while getting pet, but don't be fooled - no belly rubs allowed! This lovely lady will captivate your heart.
Interested in learning more? The best thing to do is visit this cat between 10am and 4:30pm Monday through Saturday! If you can't come and introduce yourself to the kitty, go ahead and contact us at 805-964-4777 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday - Saturday or email us at [email protected]
Senior, Female, Medium