Press Releases

Community Clinic Now Open for Pet Wellness Appointments 

Pomona, California – The Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Medical Center is thrilled to announce the expansion of its services to include affordable basic sick care and wellness appointments for companion animals within the jurisdiction of the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS). The medical center, which marked its grand opening in January 2023, is … READ MORE

Stuff-a-Truck Event Brings Joy to Shelter Pets this Holiday Season

Pomona, California — The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) is thrilled to announce its first annual Stuff-a-Truck event, a family-friendly gathering that invites local families to bring joy to the shelter animal of IVHS. Donations of new or gently used enrichment toys, treats, and other pet-friendly items are welcome and appreciated. Stuff-a-Truck will … READ MORE

IVHS Rescues Animals from Diamond Bar Hoarding Situation

March 2, 2022, Diamond Bar, CA – Early this week, the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) was notified of a possible hoarding situation on the 1100 Block of Flintlock in Diamond Bar. In the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 1, 2022, IVHS responded to a call from a neighbor concerned about the living … READ MORE

IVHS TO BEGIN UTILIZING HYBRID ADOPTION SYSTEM

September 8, 2021, Pomona, CA – Effective September 13th, the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) will switch to a hybrid adoption system which will entail both in-person adoption appointments as well as shelter visiting hours. This hybrid method will provide for a better customer service experience while keeping the animals, customers and staff … READ MORE

PETCO LOVE & IVHS HELP LOST PETS

When the Unthinkable Happens, New “Petco Love Lost” Database Uses Breakthrough Facial Recognition Technology to Find Missing Cats and Dogs in the Inland Valley. April 22, 2021, Pomona, CA – On April 22rd, National Lost Dog and Cat Awareness Day, Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS) is proudly joining forces with Petco Love, formerly known as … READ MORE

IVHS RESCUES ANIMALS FROM ONTARIO EXPLOSION

March 19, 2021, Ontario, CA – Several dozen animals impacted by the recent explosion in Ontario, CA, are being provided medical care or temporary housing by the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. (IVHS). IVHS Humane Officers and Investigators responded to the fatal explosion caused by thousands of fireworks on Tuesday, March 16th, alongside the Ontario Police … READ MORE

PACT ACT MAKES ANIMAL CRUELTY A FEDERAL OFFENSE

Nov. 25, 2019, Washington, D.C. – A huge step for animal welfare has ensued. Animal Cruelty is now a federal felony as part of the PACT Act signed into law by President Trump. The bipartisan bill, Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act, was unanimously approved by both the House and the Senate, and is … READ MORE