About Us

The founder of the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society was Annie Thompson Kessler. State Chartered on June 14, 1924. Dedicated to the protection of animals. Was the Alhambra-San Gabriel Humane Society and the name changed to the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society in 1959. It has been at the same location since 1924. The office was renovated in 1967, the Sanctuary in 1985, the spay and neuter clinic in 1985 and the wildlife center in 1989. In 1979 the Joint Powers Association was formed. We service the cities of Azusa,  Monterey Park, Temple City and the City of San Gabriel. In 1958 Joan Coleman was appointed Director. John Coleman was appointed Director in 1999.

Funding: Donations, Fundraisers, Adoptions, Spay/Neuter, Vaccinations, Dog Licenses and City Contracts. First known Low-Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic.

 Adoptions: Many, many homeless pets get second chances and new homes daily thanks to our adoption services and our friends in the community. Homeless and abused pets find better lives thanks to friendswho take them into their homes and hearts.

Lost and Found: Thousands of frightened pets are returned to their worried owners by way of our network.

Population Control: People who don’t spay or neuter their pets cause the surplus of unwanted pets. We support pet population reduction efforts, low-cost spay, neuter and vaccination clinics. Please call for an appointment. Low cost vaccinations, deworming, etc. are scheduled from 2:00 pm. to 4:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday - no appointment necessary.

Veterinary Care: Injured animals need medical attention and emergency first aid. All our animals get the best care. Unfortunately, when pets stray, cars hit them. We extend a helping hand to many a needy paw.