Mckinleyville Animal Care Center
Rooted in Community, Driven by Compassion
At McKinleyville Animal Care Center, our commitment to animals extends far beyond the walls of our hospital. We believe that supporting the well-being of pets also means supporting the community that cares for them.
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We are proud to work closely with the Humboldt County Animal Shelter, where we are contracted to provide veterinary care for shelter animals in need. Through the shelter’s Emergency Medical Fund, we help ensure that injured or ill animals receive critical treatment and a chance at a healthier future.
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Our hospital also collaborates with local rescue organizations, including Humboldt County Animal Control, Redwood Pals Rescue, and Friend for life rescue helping provide medical care for rescued pets as they recover and find loving homes.
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Beyond animal welfare, we are proud members of the Mckinleyville Chamber of Commerce, supporting initiatives that strengthen and enrich our local community. We also believe in investing in the next generation and are honored to contribute to local children’s sports programs, helping support youth activities that bring families together.
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Through these partnerships and contributions, we strive to make a meaningful difference for both the animals and the people who call Humboldt County home.
Our Story
Nestled along the beautiful North Coast of California among the redwoods, McKinleyville Animal Care Center is proud to be a locally owned, non-corporate veterinary hospital dedicated to the pets and people of our community.
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We are a female-owned, muti-doctor small animal practice that believes exceptional veterinary medicine starts with a strong and supported team. Our hospital has long been a trusted pillar of the local pet-owning community, providing comprehensive wellness, medical, and surgical care for our patients.
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What truly defines our practice is our people. Our staff is loyal, knowledgeable, diverse, and fun-loving, and we strongly believe that a healthy work-life balance allows our team to provide the compassionate, thoughtful care every patient deserves. By creating a positive and supportive environment for our staff, we ensure that every pet and family who walks through our doors feels welcomed and cared for.
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At McKinleyville Animal Care Center, veterinary medicine is more than a profession—it is a commitment to the animals, families, and community we are honored to serve.
Acknowledging Our Community in Animal Welfare
Humboldt County Animal Control
We would like to recognize the dedicated team at Humboldt County Animal Control for their ongoing commitment to protecting both animals and the community they serve.
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Animal Control officers play an essential role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pets and wildlife throughout Humboldt County. Through their tireless work responding to calls, assisting animals in need, and supporting responsible pet ownership, they provide an invaluable service to our community every day.
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Their compassion, professionalism, and dedication help create a safer environment for animals and the people who care for them. We are grateful for their partnership and the important work they do to support animal welfare across our region.
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Get Involved volunteers at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter help care for animals, walk dogs, clean kennels, and perform other tasks as directed by the shelter manager. We appreciate the hard work and time our volunteers put in to help care for the lost and abandoned animals of Humboldt County.
For information on how to become a volunteer, call the Shelter at 707-840-9132 or email hsoanimalshelter@co.humboldt.ca.us.
Redwood Pals Rescue
We are grateful for the work of organizations that extend compassion to both animals and the people who love them. One such rescue is Redwood Pals Rescue, whose dedication to animal welfare reaches some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
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Redwood Pals Rescue works closely with unhoused community members, helping ensure their beloved pets receive essential veterinary care, supplies, and support. Their efforts include helping pets receive spay and neuter services, improving the long-term health of animals while helping reduce unwanted litters and pet overpopulation in our community.
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In addition to their outreach work, Redwood Pals Rescue also generously volunteers time at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter, supporting the care and wellbeing of shelter animals while helping them on their path toward adoption and loving homes.
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By recognizing the powerful bond between people and their animals, Redwood Pals Rescue helps keep pets healthy while also supporting the wellbeing and dignity of their owners. We are proud to acknowledge their compassion, service, and dedication to improving the lives of both pets and people throughout Humboldt County.
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To donate to Redwood Pals Rescue click the link https://www.mightycause.com/donate/Redwood-Pals-Rescue
Friends For Life Animal Rescue
We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Friends for Life Rescue for their unwavering commitment to animals in our community. Through their compassionate work and dedication, they play a vital role in supporting the Emergency Medical Fund that helps provide critical care for animals at Humboldt County Animal Control (HCAC) when they need it most.
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Their efforts ensure that animals facing urgent medical challenges are given a chance at recovery, comfort, and ultimately, a better future. This partnership makes a meaningful difference in the lives of countless animals, and we are deeply grateful for their continued support, advocacy, and generosity.
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Donations can be made to the Shelter’s Emergency Medical Fund (SEMF) which is managed by Friends for Life Animal Rescue via mail at PO Box 962, Eureka, CA 95502; online at www.dogrescuers.org via PayPal @friendsforlife707 please specify donations are for the SEMF.
Other rescues we would like to acknowledge are listed below
Companion Animal Foundation: http://www.cafanimals.org
Humboldt Animal Rescue Team (HART): http://humboldtrescue.org
Humboldt Spay/Neuter Network: http://www.spayhumboldt.org/
Miranda’s Rescue: http://mirandasrescue.org
Sequoia Humane Society: http://sequoiahumane.org