IVHS

Inland Valley Humane Society Speaks Out Amid Service Transition Misinformation

Pomona, Calif. – For decades, the Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA (IVHS) has provided animal care and control services for local animals in partnership with communities across the region. Effective July 1, 2025, the Cities of Chino, Montclair, Ontario and pockets of San Bernardino County have transitioned their animal care and control services to … Read More

Second California Adopt-a-Pet Day Finds Homes for Nearly 5,000 Pets

After another successful year with thousands of animals adopted into loving homes, the statewide event will return to California in June 2026 Sacramento, Calif. – The California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to … Read More

The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. Joins BISSELL Pet Foundation to Offer Waived Adoption Fees During Summer Empty the Shelters Event 

  Pomona, CA —BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is once again prompting a nationwide call for adoption through its Empty the Shelters event, running July 5-19, 2025. The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) will participate alongside 300+ shelters across 40 states to help pets find loving homes through … Read More

Inland Valley Humane Society and San Gabriel Valley Humane Society Combine Forces to Expand Support for SGV Communities

Pomona, CA – Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA (IVHS) and San Gabriel Valley Humane Society (SGVHS) are pleased to announce they are joining forces, effective July 1, 2025. This new partnership capitalizes on 175 years of animal welfare experience and enables the combined organization to expand high-quality programs and services to a broader community … Read More

Hoarding Investigation in Ontario Leads to Rescue of Over 50 Dogs

Ontario, CA – A hoarding investigation in the City of Ontario has led to the discovery and rescue of more than 50 terrier and chihuahua mixed breed dogs. The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) responded to a property after an initial report was made that approximately 30 dogs needed assistance.Upon further investigation, IVHS … Read More

Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA Announces Conclusion of 30+ Year Partnership with Ontario and Chino

Pomona, CA—The Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA (IVHS) concludes 30-years of partnership with the cities of Ontario and Chino effective July 1, 2025. The cities will be transitioning to managing their own animal welfare services through a new joint powers authority dedicated to serving their communities. Over the past three decades, IVHS has provided … Read More

Expanded Low-Cost Veterinary Services Available Starting January 6, 2025

Pomona, CA: Beginning Monday, January 6, 2025, the Alex & Elisabeth Lewyt Medical Center will expand its veterinary services, offering high-quality care to more pets and their owners, regardless of their location. These enhanced services will now be accessible to all residents and will include spay/neuter procedures and community clinic appointments for basic sick care … Read More

Celebrate the Season with a Forever Friend – $24 Adoptions All December!

Pomona, CA – The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) is inviting you to make the holidays extra special by adopting a loving shelter pet. With over 70 adoptable animals in our care, each patiently waiting for a loving home, this December is the perfect time to find your forever companion. To celebrate the … Read More

5th Annual Feast for Furballs Event

Pomona, California: This Thanksgiving, we’re inviting you to share the warmth of the holidays with the animals awaiting their forever homes at the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS). Back by popular demand, our 5th annual Feast for Furballs invites our community to donate select Thanksgiving leftovers to help make this holiday extra special … Read More