
Volunteer Orientation SLO Location
Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those under 18 years old, please visit our Youth Volunteers section of the Get Involved page.

Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those under 18 years old, please visit our Youth Volunteers section of the Get Involved page.

In honor of National Chip Your Pet Month, and with the help of 24PetWatch microchip registry, Woods Humane Society will hold four, free microchip clinics to help members of the public protect their pets if they ever become lost. The free clinics are by-appointment only and will be held at Woods North County on Friday, […]

In honor of National Chip Your Pet Month, and with the help of 24PetWatch microchip registry, Woods Humane Society will hold four, free microchip clinics to help members of the public protect their pets if they ever become lost. The free clinics are by-appointment only and will be held at Woods North County on Friday, […]

Sip, support, and celebrate with Riboli Family Wines as they host a special fundraising event for Woods! Enjoy an afternoon of fine wine, live music, and great company—all while making a difference for animals in need. 🐾 Your $25 Ticket Includes: 🍷 A Glass of Wine to savor as you mingle and enjoy the event […]

Celebrate Your Pup at Doggie Days! Sign up for the 5th Annual Doggie Days fundraiser at SLO Town Studios on June 1st, benefiting Woods Humane Society! It’s the perfect chance to get your dog's professional portrait while supporting a great cause. Limited Reactive Dog Photo Slots are available to ensure every pup has a stress-free […]

Adopt a pet for free! On Saturday, June 7, Woods Humane Society’s San Luis Obispo and Atascadero shelter locations will join more than 150 California animal shelters in holding fee-waived adoption events as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the […]

This is a volunteer orientation for our North County facility. Volunteers interested in working with dogs or in SLO must sign up for an orientation at our SLO location. Please check the calendar for our next event. Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those […]

Woods Humane Society presents The Pet Gala 2025, fashion’s biggest night out in San Luis Obispo County, on June 21, 2025, raising critical funds to help thousands of dogs and cats in need. This year’s glamorous evening of philanthropy, fashion and posh puppy cuddles will take place at the exquisite Cavalli Estates, a luxury, 70-acre lavender […]

Join Woods at Pink Drank, a poolside tasting event celebrating all drinks pink, on Saturday July 12, 2025, from 2-6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in San Luis Obispo (#322). This 21+ event emceed by local Broadcaster and Podcast Host, Adam Montiel, features beer, wine and spirits, a poolside DJ, and a silent auction. With […]

This is a volunteer orientation for our North County facility. Volunteers interested in working with dogs or in SLO must sign up for an orientation at our SLO location. Please check the calendar for our next event. Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those […]

Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those under 18 years old, please visit our Youth Volunteers section of the Get Involved page.

Beat the heat and join the “rave” at Woods Humane Society’s Electric Doggy Carnival nights, on Wednesdays July 23rd and 30th at Woods SLO, as we hold extended adoption hours and $50 adult dog adoptions from 12-7 p.m.