Book Buddies SLO 04-30-25
2025-04-30 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Calling all young bookworms! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7-17 to join us in reading to our furry friends! A non-refundable registration fee of $5 reserves your spot and allows us to continue growing our youth programs and changing the lives of dogs and cats in our community.

Free Microchip Clinic - North County
2025-05-02 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
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, May 2nd and 16th from 2-4 p.m. and at Woods SLO on Wednesday, May 7th and 21st from 2-4 p.m.
Find more information or make an appointment for free at either Woods location by visiting woodshumanesociety.org/microchip. Woods Humane Society is located at 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 and at 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422.

Doggie Date Night with SLOMA
2025-05-02 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLOMA, 1010 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Join us for a Doggie Date night at SLOMA in partnership with Woods Humane Society! On May 2nd from 5-8pm, bring your furry friends by the museum for a barking good time filled with tail-wagging and paws-itive vibes. Bring your pup, on a leash, to the Museum for an evening of pets and art. While you and your best friend stroll through the Museum, you can enjoy free wine and your pup can enjoy delicious dog treats. You won't want to miss this paws-itively good time!

Free Microchip Clinic - SLO
2025-05-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-21 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States

RED Day Donation Drive
2025-05-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Saucelito
Join Keller Williams' RED Day, an annual day of giving back to the community, on Thursday, May 8 from 1-3 p.m. at Saucelito Canyon Winery Tasting Room. Meet adorable pups, bring a donation of wet/dry dog food, jerky treats, pill pockets or dog toys, and enjoy a beautiful setting and yummy bites. Saucelito Canyon is located at 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo.

Volunteer Orientation SLO Location
2025-05-11 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-07-20 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-17 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.
This volunteer orientation class is now full. Please check back soon to register for next month's orientation!

Wine & Whiskers
2025-05-31 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Riboli Family Wines, 2610 Buena Vista Dr, Paso Robles, 93446, United States
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
🎟️ An Entry into their exclusive prize giveaway for a chance to win a special prize
🎶 Live Music to set the perfect ambiance
🍴 Delicious Food available for purchase from Maddalena Bistro
From 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Woods Humane Society will be onsite for a special kitten meet & greet, sharing information about their lifesaving programs and ways to get involved.
A portion of the proceeds from your ticket purchase will be donated to Woods Humane Society, helping to provide care and find loving homes for animals in need.
📅 Save the date, grab your friends, and join us for a paw-sitively amazing afternoon in support of a great cause! 🐾❤️

https://www.exploretock.com/sanantoniowinerypasorobles/event/532524

Doggie Days Pet Portraits
2025-06-01 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLO Town Studio, 141 Suburban Road Suite D3, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
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 experience. This event sells out every year, so don’t wait—reserve your spot today!

California Adopt-a-Pet Day
2025-06-07 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
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 Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®).
To view animals available for adoption, visit www.WoodsHumaneSociety.org/adoptions. Woods Humane Society is located at 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 and at 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422, and is open to the public daily from 12-5 p.m., with adoption hours from 12-4 p.m. For more information about Woods, visit www.WoodsHumane.org or call (805) 543-9316.

Volunteer Orientation North County Location
2025-06-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-08-17 10:30 - 11:30 (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.

The Pet Gala
2025-06-21 16:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cavalli Estates, 445 Green Gate Rd., San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
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 farm in the heart of beautiful, Edna Valley wine country. Soak up the stunning panoramic views of flowers, vines and rolling hills at this iconic venue as you revel in the finest food, wine and luxuries our region has to offer—all for the best cause imaginable.
As an elite animal-lover, we invite you to walk the Red Carpet with San Luis Obispo’s most passionate Pet-Set and support Woods Humane Society as it celebrates its 70th year of saving lives.
Pet Gala 2025
June 21, 2025
Cavalli Estates, San Luis Obispo
Reserve Your Tickets Now!

Pink Drank
2025-07-12 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLO Elks Lodge #322, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
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 proceeds benefiting Woods, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Purchase your tickets here today!

Wood's Electric Doggy Carnival
2025-07-23 12:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-30 12:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
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.

Todo Bueno Fundraiser-It's All Good To Do Good!
2025-07-24 11:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLO Public Market, 3845 S HIGUERA ST, SAN LUIS OBISPO, 93401
Join Todo Bueno for a delicious way to give back!
On July 24th, 10% of all sales will be donated to Woods Humane Society, helping provide care and find loving homes for animals in need.
Bring your friends, family, and even your paws—enjoy great food, good company, and support a great cause.
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying one of SLO’s favorite spots!

Woods Humane Society Blood Drive
2025-07-30 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Did you know there is an urgent need for blood right here in our community?
On July 30th, we are partnering with our friends at Vitalant to host a blood drive at Woods Humane Society in San Luis Obispo open to staff, volunteers and the public from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. As you gear up for summer fun, help hospitals get ready for summer blood needs. Your blood donation helps ensure patient care won’t be delayed. All donors will receive pizza and a t shirt and you might as well meet some adoptable animals while you are here!
Please make your donation reservation today!

FREE Pet Vaccine Clinic
2025-08-02 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-16 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
As part of the Petco Love nationwide #vaccinatedandloved initiative, Woods is hosting FOUR more FREE, appointment-based Pet Vaccine Clinics for publicly owned pets!
Upcoming dates:📍 North County – August 2 & September 6📍 Woods SLO – August 16 & September 20⏰ All clinics run from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Spots fill fast—reserve your appointment today at SpaySLOCounty.com!

Cat Video Festival
2025-08-02 13:30 - 16:15, 2025-08-03 13:30 - 16:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Palm Theatre, 817 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
A triumph! A spectacle! A fuzzy wuzzy cuddle puddle!
CatVideoFest is all that and more. The Palm Theater will be hosting a family-friendly cat-themed film event on August 2nd and 3rd. CatVideoFest is a joyous communal experience, only available in theaters, and raises money for the cats at Woods!

Sip for a Cause at Denner Vineyards
2025-08-15 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-08-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-17 10:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Denner Vineyards, 5414 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, 93446, United States
We’re thrilled to share that our friends at Denner Vineyards are hosting a special weekend in our honor—and you’re invited!
From August 15–17th, join us for a celebration of wine, wagging tails, and giving back, with 20% of all bottle sales donated to support the animals at Woods Humane Society.
The main festivities happen on Saturday, August 16th, and we hope you’ll join us for a tail-wagging good time! Bring your friendly, leashed pup and enjoy:📸 Pet portraits by @kateshyphotography🦴 Tasty dog treats from @pasopups🍴 Human treats from @bearcitysocial🎶 Tunes by @thegroovecollective2023🎁 A chance to win a paw-some gift basket from @maddiemaespetpantry
Reservations are recommended but not required.👉 Reserve your spot here
Come sip with purpose, support our mission, and help pets in need—we can’t wait to see you there!

Night Of Nourishment at Marcerro
2025-08-21 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Dairy Creek Golf Course, 2990 Dairy Creek Rd, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Night of Nourishment – Support Shelter Pets While You Recharge
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars to help the dogs and cats in need at Woods Humane Society! This special community gathering combines the healing power of outdoor yoga, the magic of live music, and the delight of a chef-prepared tasting menu.
Begin the night with a relaxing yoga flow guided by KJ, The Rooted Yogi, set to the soothing sounds of musician Maxwell Muscarella. Then, indulge in a tasting experience from Chef Tret of Marcerro Restaurant. This conscious donation-based event is designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit while making a real difference for animals in need.
Please bring a yoga mat, water, and dress in layers for comfort, this event will be taking place outside.
Reserve your spot today and be part of a night that feeds your soul and gives shelter pets a brighter future.Get your tickets here!
