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Alison Sweeney w/ Bean & Ozzy

ALISON SWEENEY TO RECEIVES 2026 HELEN WOODWARD ANIMAL CENTER HUMANE AWARD

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.  (April 28, 2026) – This Saturday, May 2nd, Helen Woodward Animal Center will present Alison Sweeney with the 2026 “Humane Award.”  The prestigious annual award will be presented …

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Kid w/ tiger facepaint

ANIMAL BUDDIES FREE FAMILY FESTIVAL Helen Woodward Animal Center Kicks-Off Community Critter-Lovers Event at No Charge!

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.  (April 7, 2026) – Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Humane Education Department is delighted to announce the kick-off of a Brand-New Event – FREE to kids of …

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HBA Winners w/ Dogs

Two Special Puppy Corres-PAW-ndents Head to Hollywood Beauty Awards

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. (Apr. 3, 2026) – The glamorous Hollywood Beauty Awards does more than celebrate the most distinguished in FILM, TV and MUSIC’s makeup, styling, hair and wellness.  Since …

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Gotta Catch 'Em All

5 POKEMON RESCUED BY HELEN WOODWARD ANIMAL CENTER

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. (April 1, 2026) – On this April Fool’s Day, rescuers at Helen Woodward Animal Center are trying to “be the very best that no one ever …

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Gertie recovered

FROM DESPERATE FIGHT TO A FOREVER FAMILY – Abused Bait Dog Is Ready to Find Loving Home

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.  (Mar. 27, 2026) – In early February, Helen Woodward Animal Center introduced the public to a 1-year-old boxer-blend named Gertie. With all the signs of being …

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Philip at Intake

Coyote Attack Hits Close to Home with Orphan Pup Philip

Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.  (February 20, 2026) – Southern California has seen a surge in coyote sightings over the last several months and one tiny orphan pup is a lucky …

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Due to Hurricane Hilary, all  departments will be closing at 3pm today.  Stay safe!