Have you adopted a shelter animal because of Voice of OC’s weekly Pets of the Week article? We’d love to hear from you. Contact Angelina Hicks at ahicks@voiceofoc.org or admin@voiceofoc.org to share your experience.
Mr. Llama
Mr. Llama has been at OC Animal Care in Tustin for about a month after coming in as a stray. He’s a 3-month-old orange tabby domestic shorthair cat.
Staff descriptions say he can be a little nervous and recommend people go slowly when meeting him for the first time.
He’s currently available for adoption. During the month of August, cat adoption fees are cut in half on weekdays.
Here are Mr. Llama’s details:
- Pet ID: A1972657
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 3 months
- Weight: 3 pounds
- Color: Orange, tabby
- Breed: Domestic shorthair
- Intake Date: 8/3/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Anaheim
- Kennel: #C204
Alpaca
Alpaca has also been at the shelter for about a month after coming in as a stray. Like Mr. Llama, staff descriptions say he can be a little nervous and recommend people go slowly when meeting him for the first time.
The two cats are currently sharing a kennel at OC Animal Care.
Alpaca is currently available for adoption and as part of the shelter’s August promotion — cat adoption fees are cut in half on weekdays this month.
Here are Alpaca’s details:
- Pet ID: A1972658
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 3 months
- Weight: 3.4 pounds
- Color: Gray
- Breed: Domestic shorthair
- Intake Date: 8/3/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Anaheim
- Kennel: #C204
Elain
Elain, still a kitten, has been at the shelter for about a week after coming in as a stray.
Shelter staff don’t have any details to share about Elain’s personality, but she’s currently available for adoption. If adopted on a weekday in August, her adoption fees will be cut in half.
Here are Elain’s details:
- Pet ID: A1975154
- Sex: Female (spayed)
- Age: 2 months
- Weight: 2.1 pounds
- Color: Tortoiseshell, orange
- Breed: Domestic shorthair
- Intake Date: 8/21/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Fountain Valley
- Kennel: #C203
Kai
Kai has been at OC Animal Care in Tustin for about two months after coming in as a stray. Staff descriptions say she would do best in a home without children and owners that have lots of patience.
She’s currently available for adoption. During the month of August, cat adoption fees are cut in half on weekdays.
Here are Kai’s details:
- Pet ID: A1965671
- Sex: Female (spayed)
- Age: 3 months
- Weight: 4.7 pounds
- Color: Brown, tabby, white
- Breed: Domestic shorthair
- Intake Date: 6/25/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Santa Ana
- Kennel: #C301
Francis
Francis has been at the Orange County shelter for about three weeks after coming in as a stray.
He’s a Mexican hairless mix, also known as a Xoloitzcuintli. Staff descriptions say he’s a friendly puppy who loves attention, and notations also say he would do best with a patient and loving family.
He’s currently available for adoption, and he’s also available as part of the shelter’s August adoption promotion that is waiving adoption fees for dogs 25 pounds and up.
Here are Francis’ details:
- Pet ID: A1973712
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 4 months
- Weight: 45 pounds
- Color: Brown, black
- Breed: Mexican hairless mix
- Intake Date: 8/11/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Anaheim
- Kennel: #411
Pilaf
Pilaf has been at OC Animal Care in Tustin for almost two weeks after coming in as a stray. Staff descriptions say he’s a timid pet, but he opens up quickly with gentle praise and patience.
Notations also say he’s a friendly dog who could benefit from additional training to work on his manners.
Pilaf is currently available for adoption, and he’s also available as part of the shelter’s August adoption promotion that is waiving adoption fees for dogs 25 pounds and up.
Here are Pilaf’s details:
- Pet ID: A1974717
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 3 years
- Weight: 60 pounds
- Color: Tan, white
- Breed: Pit bull mix
- Intake Date: 8/18/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Anaheim
- Kennel: #308
‘Clear the Shelters’ Adoption Promotions Ending Soon
“Clear the Shelters” month is coming to an end soon, alongside a slew of adoption promotions for many of the animals at OC Animal Care.
While dogs over 25 pounds typically have reduced adoption fees year round at the shelter, during the month of August, there’s also half-priced adoption promotions for cats, kittens and rabbits on weekdays.
OC Animal Care, the county-run animal shelter in Tustin, is open daily for adoption visits from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. During this time, visitors can freely walk through the kennel areas to view the available animals.
To schedule an adoption visit, call the main line at (714) 935-6848 and mention the animal ID number for any specific pet you might be interested in.
For more information about OC Animal Care click here.
Visit the pet adoptions page to see more available pets.
Angelina Hicks is the Voice of OC Collegiate News Service Editor. Contact her at ahicks@voiceofoc.org or on Twitter @angelinahicks13.
