Castaic Animal Care Center to be Renamed
Santa Clarita Valley Animal Care Center

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is excited to announce the renaming of the Castaic Animal Care Center to the Santa Clarita Valley Animal Care Center. This change reflects our commitment to serving the entire Santa Clarita Valley community and enhancing our outreach efforts to promote animal welfare.

To celebrate this significant milestone, DACC will host a special adoption event, the Poppy Bloom Adoption Event, on April 25, 2026, where adoption fees will be waived for animals at the Santa Clarita Valley Animal Care Center. This is an incredible opportunity for families looking to welcome a new furry friend into their homes.

The adoption event will feature a festive “Poppy Parade,” where staff will showcase many of our adoptable pets, giving them the exposure they deserve in hopes of finding them loving forever homes. The parade will take place throughout the care center, allowing attendees to meet and interact with the animals up for adoption.

County and City of Santa Clarita officials will be present to honor the renaming of the care center and to show their support for animal welfare in our community. This event is a wonderful opportunity to reunite the community to celebrate the importance of animal adoption and responsible pet ownership.

“Our goal is to raise awareness for both animals and families in the Santa Clarita Valley,” said Director Marcia Mayeda. “Renaming the animal care center is a reflection of our dedication to this vibrant community that has grown tremendously since the ACC was built in 1972. We hope renaming the ACC increases visitation to the Santa Clarita Valley ACC and results in even more adoptions.”

Join us on April 25, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. for a day of fun, community spirit, and the chance to find your new best friend. Together we can make a difference in the lives of animals and families throughout the Santa Clarita Valley.

“This name change reflects what’s always been true: a steadfast commitment to caring for the well-being of animals in Castaic and across the entire Santa Clarita Valley,” said Supervisor Kathryn Barger. “With a new name comes renewed excitement and opportunities for our residents to get involved. I am hopeful for what the future has in store as we continue to prioritize adoptions and services for our North County communities.”

About the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC)

DACC is one of the largest animal care and control agencies in the nation, operating seven animal care centers and providing services to more than three million residents and their pets. DACC operates under the nationally recognized Socially Conscious Sheltering model to ensure the best possible outcomes for animals and the community. As a community resource center for pets and owners, DACC protects people and animals from harm, provides care for lost and unwanted animals, reunites lost pets with their families, and strives every day to move closer to its goal of finding a loving home for every adoptable pet that comes through its doors. To learn more about DACC, the resources DACC provides, and view its animals, visit https://animalcare.lacounty.gov  or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).  To support DACC’s efforts, please donate to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation at https://lacountyanimals.org/.  To learn more about Socially Conscious Sheltering, visit https://scsheltering.org/.

About the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation

The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation supports the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control through fundraising which supports spay and neuter programs, pet adoptions, public education, disaster response, and animal welfare. Many of the Foundation’s fundraising efforts have enabled the department to enhance the care given to animals in the County animal care centers. To learn more, visit https://lacountyanimals.org.

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