Animals, Pets, Insects, Agriculture
The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire Is Back: Join Us May 16
March 11, 2026
Mark your calendar. The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns on Saturday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bradshaw Animal Shelter and this year, we’re making it bigger, more vibrant and more fun than ever.
Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Approves $359,823 Gift to Animal Care Services
March 05, 2026
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors has formally approved a generous $359,823.44 donation to Sacramento County Bradshaw Animal Shelter from the Estate of Robert W. Steger. This transformative gift will directly support lifesaving care for animals in our community.
Celebrating Two Years of PAWS: Keeping Pets and People Together
February 25, 2026
Two years ago, PAWS started with a simple but powerful belief: loving your pet should not depend on your housing situation or your income.
Swipe Right on Your Soul Dog: Valentine Foster Week
February 02, 2026
Forget the candy hearts and awkward first dates, this Valentine's Day, we're helping you find a different kind of love. The kind that greets you at the door with a wagging tail, steals the covers at night, and looks at you like you hung the moon. We're talking about your soul dog, and they might be waiting for you right now at our shelter.
January Is Dog License Amnesty Month
January 06, 2026
January is Dog License Amnesty Month, and all month long we are making it easier for Sacramento County dog owners to get their dogs licensed without penalties.
2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released
November 19, 2025
During her presentation of the 2024 Sacramento County Crop and Livestock Report at the Nov. 18 Board of Supervisors Meeting, Agricultural Commissioner, Chris Flores reported that the gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million!
Holiday Pet Safety Tips from Bradshaw Animal Shelter
November 18, 2025
The holidays are full of food, fun and family—but for our pets, all that excitement can come with a few hidden hazards. Between the table scraps, shiny decorations and constant activity, it’s easy for curious cats and dogs to get into trouble. As Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter, we want to help you keep the season merry, bright and safe for your pets.
Supporting Sacramento County Families: Expanding Our Pet Pantry to Feed More Than Pets
November 10, 2025
At Bradshaw Animal Shelter, we believe helping animals means helping people too. For years, our Pet Pantry has provided temporary food assistance to Sacramento County residents who need a little extra help caring for their pets.
Spin Your Price: Discounted Adoptions for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October 09, 2025
This October, adoption gets a fun new twist at the Bradshaw Animal Shelter! Join us October 18–19 for our Spin Your Price Adoption Event, where every spin of the wheel means a new chance at love, and a special discounted adoption fee.
Find Your Forever Friend This Labor Day Weekend at Bradshaw Animal Shelter
August 27, 2025
This Labor Day weekend, Bradshaw Animal Shelter invites Sacramento County residents to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. From Friday, Aug. 29 through Sunday, Aug. 31, all adoption fees will be waived as we work to connect more animals with loving families.
Kitten Season in Sacramento County — The Purrfect Time to Find Your New Best Friend
August 21, 2025
If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry little sidekick to your life, now couldn’t be a better time. Kitten season is in full swing in Sacramento County, and our shelter is full of cats and kittens ready to bring love to their forever families.
Honoring a Legacy of Compassion: $187,991 Donation to Support Animal Welfare
July 28, 2025
A single act of kindness can change thousands of lives. That’s exactly what one Sacramento County resident did with his final gift to animals in need.
June 7: Adopt-A-Pet Day in Sacramento County
June 03, 2025
Here in Sacramento County, we see it every day: incredible dogs, cats, puppies, kittens and even the occasional rabbit or guinea pig waiting patiently for someone to notice them...
Keeping Pets Safe in the Heat: Essential Tips for Sacramento County Pet Owners
May 14, 2025
Summer is just around the corner, and the days are already heating up in Sacramento County...
Nation's Largest Collaborative Pet Adoption Event
March 26, 2025
Bradshaw Animal Shelter is thrilled to announce its participation in North Shore Animal League America’s 2025 Tour...
Bradshaw Hosts Free Walk-In Vaccination Clinic
March 21, 2025
Get ready to give your pet the protection they deserve! Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is stepping up to protect...
Lifesaving Care for Sacramento’s Unhoused Pets
March 03, 2025
For many pet owners, a trip to the veterinarian is a routine part of keeping their beloved companions healthy...
Keep Your Pets Safe During The Holidays
December 05, 2024
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration and spending time with loved ones – including our furry, feathered and scaly family members. However...
Sacramento County Partners with Citrus Heights
November 06, 2024
Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is proud to announce a new partnership with the City of Citrus Heights to provide comprehensive animal services to the local community....
SacCounty's Favorite Pet Festival Returns Nov. 2
October 17, 2024
The four-legged friends of Sacramento County have something to wag their tails about as the 3rd Annual Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire...
BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters Event
October 01, 2024
Sacramento County's Bradshaw Animal Shelter is proud to join BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters event from Oct. 1 to Oct. 15, the nation's largest funded adoption initiative...
Bradshaw Shelter Waives Fees to Clear the Shelter
August 08, 2024
Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is participating in Clear the Shelters – a month-long adoption event from Aug. 10 – Sept. 10, 2024, to alleviate the high impact of their animal intake...
Help Your Pets Beat the Heat
August 01, 2024
Extreme heat waves continue to affect Sacramento County and it's crucial for pet owners to ensure their furry friends stay safe ...
PAWS Mobile Clinic: Lifeline for Pets of Unhoused
July 24, 2024
Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter and its dedicated team are making remarkable strides in improving the lives of pets and their unhoused owners. ...
Sponsored Pet Adoptions at Bradshaw July 8-31
July 09, 2024
Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is participating in Empty the Shelters this July 8 - 31. The nationwide adoption event is sponsored by Bisse...
Lost Pet Fees Waived Through July 15th
July 02, 2024
While fireworks and holiday events are great for humans, the loud noises can be frightening for pets who may flee or run away. In order to quickly reunite sca...
Skunk Tests Positive for Rabies in SacCounty
June 28, 2024
A juvenile striped skunk showing neurologic signs (e.g., staggering) was found on June 19, 2024, near the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) faci...
Volunteers Needed to Comfort Shelter Pets July 4th
June 26, 2024
Update: July 1, 2024 – All volunteer spots are filled. Thank you. For more ways to help shelter pets, visit Animal Care Services...
County Podcast Features Animal Shelter Director
June 24, 2024
Sacramento County’s newest podcast features Animal Care Services Director Annette Bedsworth in “County Conversations: Sac County Podcast.”In this conversat...
Give a Shelter Dog a Day Out with Barks & Rec
June 20, 2024
Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter recently launched a new program called Barks and Recreation (Barks & Rec)...
Invasive Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted In SacCounty
June 05, 2024
Thanks to the cooperation and diligence of County residents and our local Agriculture Department, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), work...
Enhancing Animal Evacuation Protocols In SacCounty
May 22, 2024
When it comes to evacuations, the public needs to remember the five “Ps” before they leave: People and Pets, Prescriptions, Papers, Personal Needs,...
Kitten Season Begins, Fosters and Donations Needed
May 16, 2024
Animal shelters around the country are gearing up for "kitten season," which is the time of year when cats begin to give birth to countless kittens...
Sponsored Pet Adoptions at Bradshaw May 1-15
May 07, 2024
Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is participating in Empty the Shelters May 1 through May 15. The nationwide adoption event is sponsored by Bissell ...
Free Spay/Neuter Coming to North Highlands, Florin
February 26, 2024
To reduce the problem of pet overpopulation in Sacramento County, Bradshaw Animal Shelter has partnered with Animal Balance to offer free spay/neuter clinics ...
Find Love at the Animal Shelter Valentines Day
February 08, 2024
Love is in the air at Bradshaw Animal Shelter! With so many dogs and cats looking for true love, the animal shelter is holding a 1-day special Valentine’s Day...
Bradshaw Animal Shelter Waives Adoption Fees
January 11, 2024
Bradshaw Animal Shelter is waiving adoption fees for dogs through Saturday, January 13, to encourage adoptions and combat the extreme overcrowding that the shelter is currently facing...
Start the New Year by Adopting a New Pet
January 02, 2024
There's no better way to start the new year than by adopting your new best friend from Bradshaw Animal Shelter...
Vet Clinic On Wheels Will Help Unhoused Pets
July 25, 2023
Bradshaw Animal Shelter will pioneer a mobile pet clinic this fall to address the healthcare needs of pets belonging to unhoused individuals in Sacramento County...
Help Your Pets Beat the Heat
June 27, 2023
Summer has arrived, and rising temperatures are sure to follow in Sacramento County. As the mercury rises, it's important for pet owners to take proactive...
New Animal Care Contract Collaboration
June 14, 2023
Sacramento County Animal Care Services has entered into a new contract with the City of Galt, effective June 1, 2023. This agreement ensures that citizens of the...
Make National Pet Day the Best Day for Your Pet
April 11, 2023
Today is every pet's favorite holiday, National Pet Day! While most pet owners take great care of their pets every day, National Pet Day is the perfect opportunity...
Kitten Season Begins, Fosters and Donations Needed
April 04, 2023
Animal shelters around the country are gearing up for what is known as “kitten season," when cats begin to give birth to countless kitten litters...
New No-Cost Community Cat Clinic Saves Lives
March 21, 2023
Sacramento County's Bradshaw Animal Shelter launched a new no-cost community cat program in partnership with Community Spay/Neuter Clinic on Feb. 1, 2023...