Mendocino Coast
Humane Society
Saving Lives - Serving Community
since 1987
Nonprofit no-kill shelter
For all dogs and cats impounded by Fort
Bragg Police Department
For dogs and cats (and sometimes rabbits
and turtles) found by Fort Bragg residents
For surrendered and found Coastal dogs
and cats from Leggett to Gualala
For low-income families with basic
veterinary needs
When space is available, we will take
animals from high kill shelters
We provide
shelter & care
Mission Statement
to contribute to a better life for
animals and to inspire public
awareness of animals’ needs
Built in 2000!
Current
Population
Cage Free Kitty Cottage!
Heated kennel flooring! 145 total in care
Available- 65
Life Residents- 10
Awaiting S & N- 15
Under vet care- 13
Trial Adoptions- 15
Foster- 26
Stray Hold- 1
Blondie’s Meet & Greet
Suite! Opened in June
Because of generous donors, Second Chance assistance,
Eileen Hawthorn Fund and the group SOS, we were able to provide a variety of surgeries, wellness exams, flea
control, end-of-life care, and support to over 900
coastal patients.
Vet Clinic
This will make it possible for
us to provide more coastal
residents with affordable vet
care! [email protected]
Our vision is to expand the size and
capabilities of our clinic in the
2024/25 year
Adoptions: 472 Animals
Cats- 312
Dogs- 160
And two rabbits!
Shelter
Total Intake: 631
Animals
Strays: 191
Animals
FBPD Impounds - 47
113 - FB City
Limits
RTO: 109
Animals
Cats - 14
Dogs - 95
Spays & Neuters: 1065
Animals
Vaccinations:
8,398
Clinic
2023-2024 Fiscal Year to date
Wellness Exams: 1,339
Microchips:
1,370
Special Medical Cases
Nipsey
Dragged by a car and left
for dead: Required weeks of
surgeries, bandage changes,
and wound care.
Phoenix
Survived a house
fire with burns and
smoke inhalation.
Currently under vet
care.
Sasha
Found as a pregnant stray
and was diagnosed with
heart worm. Our clinic is
treating her, which takes
over 3 months
Plus: 5 life residents with
severe, yet manageable
medical issues
Clinic services
City dog licensing
We issue yearly dog
licenses for city
residents.
$25-altered dogs
$55-unaltered
We offer vaccines,
microchipping, wellness
exams, & end-of-life
5 days/wk by appointment
Other services...
Community service
Our shelter is a courtapproved community
service site. We also host
community service
students.
Wildlife intake
We serve as a hub for
injured wildlife intake and
transport for the Coast
Payroll
$613,150.77
Clinic
$269,314.01
General & Admin
$100,916.02
Facilities
$86,004.75
Ark Thrift Store
$467,036.12
Estates/Grants
$266,971.17
Donations
$178,090.45
Clinic
$147,278.59
Shelter
$97,020.07
Fundraising/Events
$42,830.75
MCHS Financials...
Where it comes from.
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Where it goes.
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Monthly dine-outs at
supportive local
restaurants
Ways to donate
Donation boxes at local
businesses
Donations to the shelter and
the Ark Thrift Store
Wills and bequests
See’s Candy sales at
the Ark Thrift Store
Our donor community on Harness
Sponsors
Amazon Wishlists https://linktr.ee/mendocinohumane
Jobs I Am
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Jobs That
Pay Well
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14 staff at
the
shelter/clinic
Jobs That
Pay Well
We employ 21 people across two
locations: The shelter/clinic
and the State of the Ark
Thrift Store
Our staff includes a shelter
vet and three assistants, five
animal care providers, three
front desk mavens, seven Ark
employees, and our Executive
leadership team
7 at our
Thrift
Shop
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Fostering Saves Lives Our foster program is everchanging and we are always searching for new families
willing to foster with us.
Through our foster program, we
are able to help animals
transition into forever homes,
get medical TLC, and make sure
we have space for as many
animals in need as possible.
Foster-toAdopt
Types of fostering...
Borrow-A-Buddy
*Gives a deserving pup love, exercise, and exposure
to potential adopters.
*Gain a fun-loving buddy for the day... and
possibly longer if you fall in love!
Field trips with adoptable shelter dogs
Our program enables you to take an adoptable dog
on a fun local field trip away from the adoption
center.
We provide everything
you need
collar & leash
waste bags
treats
water & dish
towels
adoption vest
happy shelter dog Available 7 days a week
Email
[email protected]
today to get started!
We have something that will
interest everyone! Whether
it's dog walks, cat
socialization, helping with
events, or even folding
laundry - MCHS has got you
covered!
Volunteer Program
Orientations first and
third Sundays at 11am
As a volunteer you are able
to help the well-being of
adoptable animals and give
them hope for a brighter
tomorrow!
Give back to your
community!
Our volunteer program
provides a plethora of
opportunities for community
members of all ages!
Thank you!