South LA Shelter Dogs and Friends

South LA has a cute male singleton rottie mix pup, about 6 weeks old, chunky and healthy, eating very well. Very cute. RESCUE ONLY DUE TO AGE. The shelter is not a healthy place for a pup this young. Please share and tag rescues. He needs out asap. 📍South LA Animal Shelter, 1850 W. 60th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047, 📞 Tel: 888-452-7381 or 323-565-2161 Rescues please email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Shelter hours: Tues-Fri 8am-5pm | Sat & Sun 11am-5pm | Mon emergencies only

Someone help this gray faced sweetheart. This is SHADOW and she was surrendered to the South LA shelter last week because her owner is homeless. Imagine how scary shelter life is for a new dog who just lost her home and family. SHADOW is as sweet as her snow-kissed face and she’s waiting for someone to give her a loving and stable new life. SHADOW #A2271512 5 years old, 32 lbs, spayed female 📍South LA Animal Shelter, 1850 W. 60th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047, 📞 Tel: 888-452-7381 or 323-565-2161 Rescues please email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Shelter hours: Tues-Fri 8am-5pm | Sat & Sun 11am-5pm | Mon emergencies only

My heart is heavy. Onyx was euthanized today only five days after becoming available. She was made rescue only for scared, defensive intake behavior. Her designation as Rescue only was not permitted by the current at risk policy that this department has adopted, but that doesn’t seem to matter at the moment. We will keep fighting but tonight I’m just sad we lost another good one … without her ever having had a fair chance. It’s wrong. And this department will never be trusted if they continue on this path. Rest in peace, sweet girl. I’m so sorry. 💔

Hey look at this, look! What a cutie! There are so many special and wonderful dogs at the South LA shelter but they all need adopters. So if you’re looking for a new furry friend, adopt from SLA and save a life while you’re at it. HAZEL #A2272375 5 months, 30 lbs, female Available Date: Sunday May 17, 2026 📍South LA Animal Shelter, 1850 W. 60th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047, 📞 Tel: 888-452-7381 or 323-565-2161

Update: adopted 💖 I don’t really know what to say anymore. This is a video of Sydney, a seven month old puppy at the South LA Shelter. No handling concerns have ever been noted for her from medical intake to numerous out of kennel enrichment by a volunteer and playgroup staff. She has been given a bad behavior note and upgraded to level three today. I would guess that most people who understand dog behavior would look at this video and see what I see… A curious friendly but overwhelmed and scared puppy. Why wouldn’t she feel this way in this environment? What I see is a completely appropriate reaction. I don’t have an action item today, but I will have action items coming soon. What is happening right now at South LA cannot stand. Sydney #A2270827 7mo female, 32lbs

Saved by adoption 5/13 🎉♥️ I took this video not knowing that her days are numbered. Today was the first time I met this young Shepherd named Wild JILL and she immediately captured and broke my heart at the same time. I had no idea that JILL was euth listed for Thursday morning due to “behavior concerns.” I only knew what I saw…a scared but gentle and timid dog trying to brave the world and longing to connect with others. JILL is only three years old and came to the SLA shelter just shy of three weeks ago. She quickly landed on the dreaded euthanasia list due to displaying high FAS (fear anxiety stress) in her kennel. When Jill first arrived at the shelter, she was panicky on leash, attempting to chew through it and flailing while on leash. Within two weeks, however, this good girl showed notable improvement — so much so that shelter staff removed her handling tag as Jill began walking up to her handlers and accepting affection. Jill also showed improvement in playgroup by mingling more every session and approaching handlers for pets. Yesterday, JILL showed interest in playing and, today, had a brief play exchange with another dog in playgroup. Just as the darling is beginning to blossom, she will tragically lose her life unless someone saves her by close of business tomorrow. This dog - who will die due to displaying FAS in her kennel - was incredibly docile when I returned her to her kennel this morning (and I only just met her today). Jill not only allowed me to enter her kennel with her but she sweetly sat and accepted pets and affection. Before I left the shelter this afternoon, I witnessed JILL out with another volunteer. Their exchange was so sweet and tender. JILL wanted nothing more than love and kindness. She offered her paw repeatedly. She leaned her head in pets. She rolled on her back for belly rubs. This can’t be the way it ends for this precious soul who is simply and truly longing for love and understanding. Please, save Wild JILL. Wild JILL #A2268716 3 years old, 50 lbs, spayed female German Shepherd 📍South LA Animal Shelter, 1850 W. 60th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047, Tel: 888-452-7381 or 323-565-2161

Meet Bertha #A2260791. 💞 Bertha came into South LA Animal Shelter on a personal property hold when her owner was hospitalized. She waited patiently for over a month, but sadly her owner hasn’t recovered and can’t bring her home. This sweet girl has a face that breaks hearts. She’s a little timid at first, but she’s made some friends at the shelter and is slowly coming out of her shell. After the life we think she’s had, we’d love nothing more than to see her find a loving family or rescue who will give her the care she deserves. 7 years old, 45 pounds (could use a few extra), Gentle with dogs big and small. In need of some serious TLC Please help us get Bertha seen and saved. Share this gentle soul. 💛 📍 South LA Animal Shelter 1850 W. 60th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047 💛 Walk-ins: Tues–Fri 8a–5p | Sat–Sun 11a–5p Rescue partners: [email protected] [email protected]

💔RIP sweet Onyx. You deserved so much better 🌈💔 🆘🚨LESS THAN 48 HOURS TO LIVE! ONYX NEEDS RESCUE BEFORE THURSDAY 5/14🚨🆘 Onyx is the next one out of time. She’s about 5 years old, a petite 34 pounds, and was brought in as a stray last week. She was euth-listed and made RESCUE ONLY on her SECOND DAY at the shelter because she was scared and defensive. She was given no time and no chance. She has a few notes about low growling, hiding in her cubby, and having whale eyes. She was also wary of handling when she first came out for playgroup and attempted to bite out of fear while being collared. But Onyx has been doing better with each outing. She just needed time to acclimate to her new reality. She came out on Sunday with a volunteer before playgroup. She was timid, hesitant to come forward and be leashed, but loved treats and accepted pets once she was out. In playgroup, she was overwhelmed in the yard and spent her time sitting under the cart. She kept to herself and gave sharp corrections to the other dogs. She came out again yesterday and we saw her personality really start to come out! She came forward and could be leashed right away. She accepted lots of affection in the yard, even rolling over for belly rubs! She got playful when in the yard with just a few other dogs. She seemed much more relaxed. None of her progress matters though 💔 Onyx dies on THURSDAY 5/14 anytime after 8AM. She is RESCUE ONLY. We haven’t known her very long, but she’s made so much progress, so we hope a responsible rescue is willing to give her a chance. Please help us get her to safety before it’s too late. She’s waiting at South LA Shelter. ONYX #A2271174 5 yrs old, 34 lbs Shelter Hours: Tues–Fri 8am–5pm | Sat & Sun 11am–5pm 📍South LA Animal Shelter 1850 W. 60th Street, L.A., CA 90047 ☎️ 323-565-2161 or 888-452-7381 Rescues email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

🙏🏽Please DONATE for the training #SouthLASurvivor ENDO needs so that he and his dad, a US Navy Veteran who is unhoused, can stay TOGETHER💛 When 2 year old Endo was going to be euthanized at the South LA shelter last month, soooooo many rallied to REUNITE them, and on his own, Endo’s dad said, “Not my son!” But he didn’t know that an entire community is in his corner! However, Endo’s initial temperament toward strangers is a challenge that needs to be managed in order to be housed together. So for board and train, we reached out to our friends @humbleK9 to be a part of Endo’s village! And our friends @k9kismet are helping to make this possible by accepting donations to fund Endo’s training through their Amigos Program. WE NEED YOUR HELP TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 4 WEEKS OF TRAINING. The K9 Kismet Amigos Program helps keep families together by providing support with medical care and training for pets whose owners are going through a hard chapter… because we believe no one should ever have to give up their best friend. Fully funded by private donors and sponsors, the Amigos Program is powered by a community that understands something simple and deeply human… sometimes we all just need a friend in our corner. Endo and his dad are committed. They’re showing up for each other, and they’re ready to do the work with @mr.johnflores … and we’re ready to stand with them and help make it happen. Will you stand with us? Donate to help Endo and his dad: Zelle: [email protected] PayPal: [email protected] Credit Card: /donate Venmo: k9kismet (under business tab) Credit Card: /donate Mail a check to: K9 Kismet Dog Rescue 6285 E Spring St #312 Long Beach, CA 90808 ✳️NOTE: FOR ENDO on your donation✳️ Click his #A2261627 for more of Endo’s story #mastiff #dogtraining

Update: Rescued 🫐 BLUEBERRY | #A2269341 | RESCUE NEEDED NOW She was picked up by Animal Control in late April from an unsafe situation. We were just getting to know her when everything changed. Last night, in her kennel at South LA Shelter, Blueberry gave birth to one chunky little boy. We’re calling him Boba🐾 She’d been in playgroups all week — sweet, social, happy. On Wednesday, something shifted — she started acting a little protective of her BFF, the dog she came in with. We didn’t know why. Now we do. That dog got adopted. Blueberry stayed. And she was carrying this whole secret the entire time. She’s 2 years old, 60 lbs, and somehow still the friendliest girl in the building. Her puppy Boba is perfect. And they cannot stay here. A loud, bright shelter is no place for a newborn. Blueberry and Boba need out before they get sick. ⚠️ NOT eligible for public adoption or foster — puppy is too young. RESCUE GROUPS ONLY. 📧 Reach out to our lifesaving liaisons: [email protected] [email protected] South LA Animal Shelter | 1850 W 60th St Tag a rescue. Share this reel. Let’s get them out. 🫐🐶

Update: Rescued🌟Lemon #A2268446 is a 2-year-old, 22-beauty with the gentlest soul and the kindest little temperament. She came into the shelter with a catastrophic injury to her right eye, and thankfully the shelter veterinary team was able to remove it and get her all healed up 💕 Now she’s ready for the part she really deserves: a forever family. Lemon is wonderful with people, lovely with other dogs, and has such a soft, easy presence about her. She’s the kind of dog who quietly melts into your heart. Sweet, calm, affectionate, and resilient beyond words. She may only have one eye now, but she’s looking toward the future with so much love left to give ✨ 📍Available for adoption or rescue South LA Shelter 1850 W. 60th St., Los Angeles, CA 🕐 Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 8am–5pm Saturday–Sunday: 11am–5pm Closed Mondays

Update: SAFE will update with details soon. 🙏🏼 These stories never stop and Cara’s story deserves to be told because after being adopted as a puppy in 2022, she was surrendered 10 days ago and…(you guessed it) she is URGENT and SCHEDULED for EUTHANASIA MON 5/11.🚨 #A2062970 Feel the need to point out that the negative notes about her “behavior decline” began the DAY SHE ARRIVED. We have forgotten how to shelter dogs… this is no longer about safety. Her owners kept her outside and said she “protected the home.” They said she lived with another small dog and mentioned that she attacked the dog but also that she was playful and relaxed. What we have seen in the shelter: a dog with the nicest body language. She plays with every dog in playgroup, she tested well with small dogs, she loves every person she meets. It just doesn’t add up. None of us have seen the fear, anxiety, stress or stiff kennel presence noted as a reason for euthanasia. Cara is a nice dog. Please share so she can land in good hands. 🙏🏼 📍 South LA Animal Shelter 1850 W. 60th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047 Walk-ins: Tue–Fri 8a–5p | Sat–Sun 11a–5p Rescue partners: [email protected] | [email protected]