Woods Humane Society

Book Buddies - SLO
2026-05-06 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-20 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7-17 to join us in reading to our furry 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 Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!
Note: This is a drop-off optional program. Guardians are welcome to stay and participate or drop off and pick up at the listed times.

Microchip Clinic
2026-05-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Schedule your pet for a free microchip in May!
These simple devices make it easier to reunite with your pets if they ever get lost. Our North County location will host microchip clinics on May 8 and 22, and our SLO location will host clinics on May 6 and 20, from 2-4 p.m.
Learn more here.

Care Crew - SLO
2026-05-10 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-17 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Calling all crafty, caring, pet-loving kids! Care Crew members age 7-17 will have the opportunity to join us in filling Kongs for our canines to enjoy in their kennels, crafting homemade pet toys, and creating art to help showcase our adoptable animals. Care Crew will be held at our San Luis Obispo location on Sundays at 2:00-3:30. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!
Notes:
*This is a drop-off optional program. Guardians are welcome to stay and participate or drop off and pick up at the listed times.
*If there is a severe allergy to cats, dogs, or peanut butter, this program is not recommended.

Pet Tales - North County
2026-05-12 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
Get ready for the cutest, coziest, and cuddliest time in your week! Pet Tales welcomes young children and their grownups for a pet-themed story time with our adoptable cats. Curl up with your little one in our ‘Cat Room’ and enjoy read aloud stories, bubbles, and (most importantly) our cats! Join us at our Atascadero location on Tuesdays at 11 am-11:30 am. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!

Book Buddies - North County
2026-05-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-19 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7-17 to join us in reading to our furry 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 Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!

Tito's Yappy Hour at The Cliffs
2026-05-16 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Cliffs Hotel & Spa, 2757 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, 93449, United States
It’s almost time for Yappy Hour! Do good for dogs with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, the Vodka for Dog People. Come to this local Tito’s Yappy Hour event benefiting Woods Humane Society from 12-3:00p.m. on May 16th at The Cliffs!
Raise your glass for dogs available for adoption at Woods Humane Society!
For more information and to RSVP, visit https://cliffshotelandspa.com/event/who-let-the-dogs-out-party/

Volunteer Orientation North County Location
2026-05-17 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-14 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. We are a cats only 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.
Registration for this orientation is full. Please sign up for a different date/time

Kitten Foster Class
2026-05-21 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Learn the basics of fostering kittens! From feeding to basic health and more!

Paws to Remember
2026-05-28 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-25 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-23 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Have you lost a beloved pet or are you preparing to say goodbye to a cherished companion? You’re not alone.
Join our free, confidential drop-in grief support group, a compassionate space to share, connect, and heal.

Robinhood: A Melodrama For Our Times Fundraiser
2026-06-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-06 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sauer-Adams Couryard, 964 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
The SLO Courtyard Theater Troupe will be performing a "Robinhood" play that benefits Woods Humane Society!

"A new take on the Robinhood classic with all profits donated to nonprofit organizations.

This debut show breathes new life into the Robinhood tale using an entirely original script. Our intimate courtyard setting and cast of uncanny characters will charm you with song, dance, and swordplay that unfolds seamlessly before your eyes. Get your tickets soon, because seating is limited!
Profits benefit local non-profit organizations, with audience members casting votes for their preferred organization(s). Our director, choreographers, musicians, dancers, and costumer are all working free-of-charge to maximize donation revenue."

Click here for tickets. Seating is limited, so make sure to act soon! Show dates are June 5-7 at the Sauer-Adams Courtyard in SLO.

California Adopt-A-Pet Day
2026-06-06 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
On Saturday, June 6, 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 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®).

Come and adopt ANY of our animals at either of our shelter locations-- fee free!

Tito's Yappy Hour at The Break
2026-06-07 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Break, 841 Dolliver St, Pismo Beach, 93449, United States
Join us for Tito's Yappy Hour at The Break in Pismo Beach, benefiting Woods Humane society!
Come sip, snack, and celebrate dogs while supporting pets looking for loving homes. Bring your family, your friends, and of course your pups for an afternoon full of tail wags and delicious cocktails!

Woods Pet Gala 2026
2026-06-20 16:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cavalli Estates, 445 Green Gate Rd., San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Woods Humane Society presents The Pet Gala 2026, fashion’s biggest night out in San Luis Obispo County, on June 20, 2026, 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.
Pet Gala 2026
June 20, 2026 from 4:30-8 p.m.
Cavalli Estates, San Luis Obispo

Free Pet Vaccine Clinic
2026-07-10 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Wellness starts at Woods!
Thanks to Petco Love, Woods Humane Society is hosting free Pet Vaccine Clinics at both of our locations from 9a.m.-1p.m.
Our next Free Vaccine Clinics will be held at both locations on the following dates.
3/14/26
7/10/26
9/12/26
12/11/26
Space is limited. Appointments are required!

Foster the Love
2026-07-10 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-11 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-12 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93405, United States
Kitten Season is here, and we need your help! From now through July 12, help us Foster the Love by signing up to be a foster or donating items from our foster wish-list! On National Kitten Day weekend, July 10-12, we will host a 2-for-1 kitten adoption event to help more kittens find homes with built-in playmates. Visit https://woodshumanesociety.org/get-involved/foster/ to learn more!

Pink Drank
2026-07-11 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLO Elks Lodge #322, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Pink Drank is BACK!
Poolside vibes, DJs spinning, drinks flowing, and over 30 amazing producers pouring wine, cocktails, and beer.
Plus bites, raffles, prizes, and more!
Best part? Every sip supports the animals in need at Woods, along with the Elks National Foundation, Scholarship & Youth Activities.
Tickets on sale now: www.PinkDrank.org
