💡 Good to Know
County shelters waive fees on pet adoptions this month
Throughout August, animal adoption fees will be waived at all seven animal care centers operated by the L.A. County Department of Animal Care and Control, including spay/neuter and microchip fees. This is part of the annual nationwide "Clear the Shelters" event. Adoption fees normally run $30-$50 for dogs and cats.
The closest shelters to East Los Angeles are:
Downey Animal Care Center
11258 South Garfield Avenue, Downey
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center
4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park
More information is available at the Animal Care and Control site.