Woods Humane Society

Book Buddies SLO - 4/27
2023-04-27 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7-17 to join us in reading to our furry feline friends. Shelter life can be stressful, and reading is proven to relax and comfort companion animals. Book Buddies will be held at our Atascadero location on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 and at our San Luis Obispo location on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30. A suggested donation of $5 allows us to continue growing our youth programs and changing the lives of dogs and cats in our community. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!

Volunteer Orientation North County Location
2023-05-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
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 under 18 years old, please visit our Youth Volunteers section of the Get Involved page.

Brooks Burgers Fundraiser
2023-05-25 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Brooks Burgers, 134 Tank Farm Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Enjoy a delicious meal at Brooks Burgers in San Luis Obispo on Thursday, May 25th, and support Woods! Just mention Woods Humane Society with your dine-in or pick-up order and Brooks Burgers will put 15% toward helping homeless dogs and cats. Don't wait--you can commit to eat now!

Cirque Du Stray - A Tails Gala
2023-06-03 16:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Octagon Barn, 4400 Octagon Way, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
We are thrilled to announce that our Tails Gala 2023 "Cirque Du Stray" will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the historic Octagon Barn in San Luis Obispo! More details to come soon. In the meantime, save the date for an evening of wonder, food, wine, lively auctions and fun, all in support of the cats, dogs, kittens and puppies of Woods Humane Society.
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Doggie Days with SLO Town Studios
2023-06-11 09:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Laguna Lake Park, 504 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
SLO Town Studios photography is hosting Doggie Days, a free pet portrait fundraiser for Woods Humane Society, on June 11, 2023 at Laguna Lake Park. Each 10-minute session includes 5+ portraits of your dog. Donations are encouraged! Funds raised will go towards helping homeless pets find loving homes. Book your session today!

Mac & Cheese Fest
2023-06-24 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Avila Beach Golf Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Rd, Avila Beach, 93424
The 10th Annual Mac and Cheese Fest returns to Avila Beach on June 24th, and this year the event benefits Woods! What greater reason do you need to enjoy a day of delicious comfort food? Join more than 2,000 people to judge the best dishes from 25 of the Central Coast’s most talented chefs, restaurants, and caterers. The event also features live music and libations. Learn more and buy your tickets before this fun event sells out.

Summer Science Storytime
2023-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Estuary Program Nature Center, 601 Embarcadero #11, Morro Bay, CA, 93442, United States
Join Woods on July 8th at 10 a.m. as we partner with our pals at Morro Bay Natural Estuary Program for their Summer Science Storytime at the Nature Center! Woods Humane Society will share in story time and teach how to be an eco-friendly and humane dog owner. This program is designed for families with elementary-age youth, but all ages are welcome. We hope to see you there!
For any questions or concerns, contact Forest at flurz@mbnep.org.
This free event will take place from 10am-11am at the Estuary Program Nature Center (upstairs at 601 Embarcadero in Morro Bay).

Volunteer Orientation SLO Location
2023-07-09 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
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.
This volunteer orientation class is now full. To be added to a cancellation list, please email volunteer@woodshumanesociety.org!

Toss for Tails
2023-07-16 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Central Coast Brew, 6 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Enter the Toss for Tails cornhole tournament fundraiser, benefiting Woods Humane Society! The event will take place Sunday, July 16th at noon at Central Coast Brew. Tickets are ONLY $20/person. All proceeds will go to Woods. This is a double elimination tournament, so you have several chances to take home the grand prize and the glory! Sign up solo, or with others. All solo sign ups will be paired at the event. Come and join us, toss some bags, have a drink and bites and enjoy a beautiful day raising money for a great cause!

Seniors Day at California Mid-State Fair
2023-07-21 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | California Mid-State Fair, 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles, CA, 93446, United States
Join Woods Humane Society and other nonprofits by the waterfall at Mulbeary Park in the California Mid-State Fair for Seniors Day from noon to 4:00 pm on Friday, July 21. Woods will have an interactive booth and lots of info to share about our adoptable animals. Guests 62 and older enjoy 50% discount on admission all day!

Kids Day at California Mid-State Fair
2023-07-28 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | California Mid-State Fair, 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles, CA, 93446, United States
Join Woods Humane Society and other nonprofits by the waterfall at Mulbeary Park in the California Mid-State Fair for Kids Day from noon to 4:00 pm on Friday, July 28. Woods will have an interactive booth and lots of info to share about our adoptable animals. Guests 12 and younger are FREE all day!

Kitten Meet 'n' Greet at SLOCAL Roots
2023-07-30 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLOCAL Roots, 3535 S Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 93401
SLOCAL Roots, adoption sponsor of the Woods Kitten Twofer adoption promotion on 7/29 and 7/30, will hold an in-store donation match and kitten meet-and-greet on Sunday, July 30, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by to support Woods Humane Society, see the purr-babies, and shop their coastal cannabis retail store at 3535 South Higuera.

Family Fun Day at SLO Public Market
2023-08-05 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLO Public Market, 3845 S HIGUERA ST, SAN LUIS OBISPO, 93401
Woods will join in the fun at Family Fun Day in the SLO Public Market Courtyard on August 5th from 12p to 5p. There will be live music from local artists, Silk Ocean and Speaking of Roses, a bounce slide from SLO Bounce Co, free face painting & henna tattoos from Enchanted Hasna, AND YMCA SLO will set up a booth with fun activities for the kids! Family Fun Day is sure to be filled with great music, good food, and fun that everyone can enjoy!

Coastal Cleanup with Woods & MBNEP
2023-08-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cloisters Community Park, Coral Avenue, Morro Bay, CA, 93442, United States
The Morro Bay National Estuary Program's Mutts for the Bay is teaming up with Woods Humane Society for a volunteer coastal cleanup on Friday, August 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet at Cloisters Park in Morro Bay to help us pick up litter in the surrounding dog-friendly park, trails, and beach while learning about humane & eco-friendly pet ownership!

Paint Your Pet at Top Dog Coffee
2023-08-11 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Top Dog Coffee, 857 Main Street, Morro Bay, 93442
Learn to paint your pet with Art Social 805 while helping the homeless pets at Woods Humane Society. Join us at Top Dog Coffee Bar on August 11 from 5:30 to 7:30. Tickets are $55 per painter which includes all materials needed to create your one of a kind masterpiece, plus a glass of liquid inspiration.
A portion of the proceeds is donated to Wood Humane Society.

Volunteer Orientation SLO Location
2023-08-13 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
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.

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Animal Care and Cleaning (7 days/week, 9 am - 12 pm)

Cattery Adoptions (7 days/week, 12 pm - 2 pm, 2 pm - 4 pm)

Dog Enrichment (7 days/week, 1 pm - 3 pm)

Dog Walking (Sunday - Thursday, 3 pm - 5 pm)

Surgery Assistance (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 12 pm)
Shift availability and times are frequently updated! If these times do not work for you, check back soon for more opportunities!

New Times and Sun Pet Issue Photo Contest
2023-08-24 00:00 - 2023-09-18 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles)
Submit your best pet photos in the New Times SLO's and The Sun's Pet Issue Photo Contest. Entries are $5 each and all proceeds will be split between Woods Humane Society and Santa Barbara Humane Society. Winning photos will be featured in their special Pet Issue on October 19th!

Woods Humane Society Golf Tournament
2023-08-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hunter Ranch Golf Course, 4041 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, Ca, 93446, United States
Golf for the animals! The 3rd Annual Woods Humane Society Golf Tournament will be held at Hunter Ranch on August 26, 2023! Register now to compete and support our Drive to Save Lives!

Yappy Hour at Vespera Resort
2023-08-26 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vespera Resort, 147 STIMSON AVENUE, PISMO BEACH, 93449
Vespera Reorts on Pismo Beach will be hosting a National Dog Day Yappy Hour event on Saturday, August 26th. Join us from 2-5 PM on the Starlight Lawn to treat your furry friend to their own pet portrait, Smart ID tag, and more for purchase. 10% of all food and beverage sales this day with be donated to Woods Humane Society!

Youth Art Event at Woods
2023-08-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
The artists of ArtSocial805 will guide youth through a fun art project at Woods on August 27 from 1-3 p.m. Tickets cost $45 with a portion of proceeds going to Woods Humane Society.

Woods' Pets of the Year Calendar Contest
2023-09-01 00:00 - 2023-09-30 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Register now for Woods Humane Society’s first-ever Pets of the Year Calendar Contest, and share your pet’s unique story and print-quality photo with the world!
Our Calendar Contest runs September 1 - 30 so get registered and help give homeless dogs and cats the care they need and deserve!

Sheriff's Family Day at the Ranch
2023-09-09 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Madonna Meadows, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Join Woods at this free, family-friendly event to educate the public about law enforcement and first responder agencies in our county. Family Day allows attendees the opportunity to participate in different activities and experience firsthand the excitement and satisfaction of coming to the aid of others. It offers those who are considering public service as a career the chance to speak with other people who are already doing the job. FREE T-shirts, Hot Dogs, and Bike Raffle Tickets for children up to age 12.

Brooks Burgers Fundraiser
2023-09-14 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Brooks Burgers, 134 Tank Farm Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Enjoy a delicious meal at Brooks Burgers in San Luis Obispo on Thursday, September 14th, from 4-7 p.m. and support Woods! Just mention Woods Humane Society with your dine-in or pick-up order and Brooks Burgers will put 15% toward helping homeless dogs and cats.

Volunteer Orientation SLO Location
2023-09-17 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
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.

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What is your preferred method of contact?*Select oneCell phone - callCell phone - textEmailI am interested in the following shifts:

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Animal Care and Cleaning (7 days/week, 9 am - 12 pm)

Cattery Adoptions (7 days/week, 12 pm - 2 pm, 2 pm - 4 pm)

Dog Enrichment (7 days/week, 1 pm - 3 pm)

Dog Walking (Sunday - Thursday, 3 pm - 5 pm)

Surgery Assistance (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 12 pm)
Shift availability and times are frequently updated! If these times do not work for you, check back soon for more opportunities!

Whiz Kids Puppy Paw-ty
2023-09-23 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Whiz Kids Toys, 3979 S. Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Whiz Kids Toys will celebrate 36 amazing years serving the Central Coast by giving back to Woods Humane Society at their Puppy Paw-ty on Saturday, September 23rd from 12-3 p.m. Craft for a cause and make flannel toys to donate to the animals at Woods! 10% of profits for the day will be donated to Woods Humane Society. Plus, don't miss their special birthday treats (for humans!) and other birthday surprises!
