Woods Humane Society - North County

Category: Non-profit organization in Atascadero, California

Address: 2300 Ramona Rd, Atascadero, CA 93422, USA

Phone: +18054665403

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–5PM

Monday: 12–5PM

Tuesday: 12–5PM

Wednesday: 12–5PM

Thursday: 12–5PM

Friday: 12–5PM

Saturday: 12–5PM

Reviews

Melony Myers

Aug 18, 2022

I was in Atascadero with my sister who just lost her 10-year old cat the day before. We visited the Ramona Road site, which is a cat-only shelter of the Woods Humane Society. My first impression is the shelter has a Cat Café vibe (without the caffeine and pastries)--very different from the typical animal shelters I've visit in Southern California. With kittens in a separate room, and FeHIV and FeLV cats isolated, the remaining cats roamed freely, providing a easy was for me to quickly assess the cats' temperaments and their interactions with humans and with each other. The staff is extremely dedicated and was emphatic to my sister's recent loss. They're very knowledgeable and do an extensive record history of each cat. In addition to Medical, they also have Behaviour records of the cats, including any quirks the cat may have (useful if you don't have a Cat Whisperer with you). Prior to an adaption, the staff does a comprehensive interview of the potential adopter to insure both human and feline compatibility. The staff gives the newly adapted cat a Going Away gift bag. After spending a day at the shelter, my sister adapted a 3-year old FeHIV ginger. She named him, HRH Prince Hairy. As an owner of 5 shelter animals myself (including a Pitt Bull on Death Row), I consider shelter animals to be some of the best animals that anyone can adapt. And while puppies and kittens are adorable, adult animals have many different personalities and that makes it easier for you to know what to expect before you bring them home. Finding homes for homeless cats is much harder than for dogs, with many cats and kittens ultimately being destroyed. It's great that there is a place like this dedicated to find homes for cats and kittens. This cat shelter in Atascadero does need donations like stationary and other supplies. You can call them to find out what items they need that you can donate.

Judith Howard

Aug 9, 2022

I just adopted the most loving cat! I looked at Wood's website, for a senior kitty. I visited Saturday, and with Heather's help, found Lucky! He's an adorable senior kitty. He's been here, a couple of days, and I just love him! Thanks, to all the staff, at Woods, in Atascadero!

Norma Jones

Jun 30, 2022

Thank you so very much for your help! Donating food so I don’t have to find new homes for my 3 kitties!!!

Denise Ryan

May 2, 2022

Very friendly staff. Clean facilities.

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Questions & Answers

Where can I neuter my cat for a low price?

Michelle Ruby | Oct 4, 2018
Jennifer B. | Oct 4, 2018

Yes if you come into the shelter they can give you a voucher to get a discount to your veterinarian for the neuter

I looked at the survey re what to call the Woods Atascadero Shelter, and I think you should call it the Woods Cat and Dog [or Animal] Adoption Center or the Pet Adoption Center. The two key words are "Adoption Center (as opposed to: Animal Shelter."

Hermina Sauberman | Oct 4, 2019
Doe Eyed Devil | Oct 3, 2020

They don't have dogs available for adoption.

Do you accept donations of blankets and pillows?

Candice Mueller | Nov 7, 2021
patti claude | Nov 7, 2021

Yes

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Does eather of the woods treat animals at a low cost??

Laurie Jackson | Oct 3, 2021
Beverly Rogers | Oct 3, 2021

I do not know, I adopted a cat, that's all.

Hello! I suffer from anxiety, autism, and depression. I am looking for a cat, or maybe a dog, to become my esa (emotional support animal) I know it's a lot to ask of an animal, do you think I could find a good one here? One I could maybe train?

Willuff | Oct 3, 2020
Heidi Sealy | Oct 3, 2020

There are all types of cats at the shelter..... you just need to go there and find one that is a good fit for you.

Where can I take my cat for low cost dental cleanings and possible extractions. Do you offer this at woods?

Joana Marvin | Oct 4, 2019
Linda Baker | Oct 4, 2019

Not sure. Their website describes services in more detail.

Are u guys olny cats or dogs 2?

Kay | Oct 4, 2019
Tina Tolman -Skeet | Oct 4, 2019

Only cats and kittens now kay I'd have dogs or puppies you would take them to slo woods on hwy 1 next door by the honor farm county jail. And it's also next door to animal shelter

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Can a 12 year old volunteer by themselves

Libby Higgins | Oct 4, 2019
Linda Baker | Oct 4, 2019

I don't know about volunteer opportunities. Best to call them. I have seen children there with the cats in the North County branch, but they could have been cat shopping

looking for a mini pin named Gweny, been missing or turned in around the 2nd December or there after, thank you, Helen

Helen Richards | Oct 4, 2019
Kayla Pappas | Oct 4, 2019

Look on their website, and SLO Animal Services website. Good luck!

Does this facility do dog sterilization?

Wendy Hoffman | Oct 4, 2019
tina tolman-skeet | Oct 4, 2019

No . they only deal with cats and kittens only

Can I adopt a rabbit?

Manuel Alfonso | Oct 4, 2018
Doe Eyed Devil | Oct 3, 2020

Not at this location

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Are there dogs at the North county one now? Or still just cats?

Mahryka Miranda | Oct 4, 2018
Tina Tolman -Skeet | Oct 4, 2019

North County No kill shelter WOODS, THEY HAVE ONLY ADULT SPAYED AND NEUTERED CATS AND KITTENS ONLY. MY FRIEND AND I FOSTER KITTENS UNTIL THEY ARE AT 2POUNDS OR OF INDEPENDANT KITTEN AGE. THEY WE TAKE THEM IN TO WOODS NORTH COUNTY. THEY GET SCHEDULED FOR SURGERY TO BE FIXED. THE ALL RECIEVE VACCINATIONS. AND WORMED IF NEEDED. 2 DAYS AFTER SURGERY THEY HAVE THEIR PICTURES TAKEN AND PUT ON ADOPTION WEB PAGE OF WOODS. THEY ALL KITTENS WE HAVE FOSTERED ALL BEEN ADOPTED THE NEXT DAY OR 2ND DAY ON THE INTERNET WEB PAGE OF NO.COUNTY WOODS CAT AND KITTEN ADOPTION SITE. AND THATS THE ROUTINE ALL THEIR CATS AND KITTENS GO THREW..BUT EVERYONE GETS SCREENED WHEN THE WANT TO ADOPT ANY ANIMAL THREW WOODS.

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Can you register your dog there and get the shots and neutering there to?

Riley Mroczkowski | Oct 4, 2018
Doe Eyed Devil | Oct 3, 2020

No

A resident on my property has 20 cats. They are reasonably tame. Some appear pregnant. I need to find a new home for them. Can you advise me?

Jerry Randall | Oct 4, 2018
Lea Bro | Oct 4, 2018

You should call the shelter directly. These questions just go to regular people. That said, they do feral cat spay and release and have a "mom spay" program where they spay the mom for $25 and give her back but keep the kittens without a surrender charge. Check their website.

Do you have female kittens?

Debi Carroll | Oct 4, 2017
Ghost Host | Oct 3, 2020

It normaly depends on if they have one sometimes they do and sometimes they dont

Are they selling dogs or puppy

General Lara | Oct 4, 2017
Lydia Francis | Oct 4, 2017

Usually have dogs and puppies depending on what has been brought in. Suggest you call or check website for current availability of adoptions.

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