About Us

Name: Carson Animal Shelter
Address: 216 W Victoria St, Gardena, CA, 90248, US
Telephone: (562) 422-3408

At the Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC), we are dedicated to advancing the well-being of animals and people in Los Angeles County. Our mission is to protect both people and animals through compassionate care, effective enforcement, education, and intervention. We achieve this by partnering with stakeholders, communities, and volunteers to address community needs.

Our Vision

We strive to create the best outcome for all animals by treating them respectfully and alleviating their suffering. Our vision is to provide high-quality, effective, and caring service to both animals and residents. We aim to ensure every unwanted or homeless pet has a safe place to go for shelter and care, making every healthy and safe animal available for adoption.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of services designed to promote humane care of animals and enhance the human-animal bond. Our services include:

Staff

Chris Valles

Manager

Species Accepted

Companion Animals

Dogs
Cats

Services Provided

Animal Care Services

Pet Licensing

General Pet Assistance

Pet Health Checks

Spay/Neuter Services

Microchipping

Animal Rescue, Shelter, and Control Services

Adoption Services
Adoption Services
Adoption Services
Lost and Found Services
Animal Safety and Control
Reporting Animal Issues

Education and Outreach

Education Programs
Community Events

Animal Sheltering

: We provide a safe and comfortable environment for homeless animals, ensuring their medical and behavioral needs are thoughtfully addressed.

Adoption: We work to find suitable homes for our animals, ensuring each placement is successful through thoughtful placements and post-adoption support.

Volunteer Opportunities: We welcome volunteers who can assist with various tasks such as animal care, community events, and medical support. Our volunteers play a vital role in enhancing our shelter services and promoting the adoption of homeless animals.

Pet Licensing: We offer pet licenses to ensure the health and safety of both pets and their owners. Replacement licenses can be purchased if a pet's license becomes lost.

Community Outreach: We engage in community outreach events to promote our programs and educate the public about animal welfare.

At DACC, we are guided by a set of core values that reflect our commitment to excellence and compassion:

Compassion: We treat people and animals with empathy, kindness, and dignity.

Customer Service: We meet the needs of our customers by being welcoming, attentive, respectful, and resourceful.

Excellence: We provide high-quality and responsive service, holding ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism.

Integrity: We are honest, trustworthy, ethical, and accountable for our actions.

Safety: We are uncompromising in our commitment to the health and safety of people and animals.

Sustainability: We employ best practices and innovate to provide services and build programs with the future in mind.

By working together, we can improve outcomes for animals in need and help pet owners stay connected with their furry companions. Whether it’s through volunteering, donating, adopting, or simply spreading the word about our programs, you can play a vital role in shaping a better future for pets across Los Angeles County. We hope you join us in our mission to ensure every animal has a chance at a happy, healthy life.

Carson Animal Shelter

216 W Victoria St, Gardena, CA 90248

Closed - opens Saturday at 11:00 AM

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