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In honor of November’s Adopt a Senior Pet Month, OC Animal Care in Tustin is rolling out special adoption discounts for dogs and cats five years and older.
Until the end of the month, all senior pets have a $50 adoption fee for the shelter’s “Love is Ageless” promotion.
“Most senior pets end up at the shelter through no fault of their own, and many of them were once someone’s faithful companion,” reads the shelter’s website. “Love is ageless here at OC Animal Care and we’re hoping many will open their hearts and homes to a sassy or sweet senior pet!”
During November, all dogs 25 pounds and up will have adoption fees waived every day, regardless of age. The shelter is also offering $50 Whisker Wednesdays for cats and kittens — on Wednesdays only, all felines can be adopted for $50.
Major
Major has been at OC Animal Care in Tustin for about a month after coming in as a stray.
He’s a 7-year-old Scottish Fold mix — making him one of the oldest cats currently available for adoption at the shelter. Staff don’t have many details to offer about his personality.
Here are Major’s details:
- Pet ID: Scottish Fold mix
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 7 years
- Weight: 9.7 pounds
- Color: Orange tabby
- Breed: Scottish Fold mix
- Intake Date: 10/8/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Santa Ana
- Kennel: #C315
Francis
Francis has been at the shelter for a little over a month after coming in as a stray. Staff notations say he’s a mellow senior dog who enjoys exploring his surroundings and getting lots of attention and pets.
At 10 years old, he still is full of energy, staff note. He’s currently available for adoption.
Click here to see a video of Francis. Here are his details:
- Pet ID: A1979455
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 10 years
- Weight: 45 pounds
- Color: Brown
- Breed: Pit bull
- Intake Date: 9/27/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Huntington Beach
- Kennel: #313
Frank
Frank has been at OC Animal Care for a month after coming in as a stray. Staff don’t have any details to offer about his behavior or personality, but he’s five years old and currently available for adoption.
Here are Frank’s details:
- Pet ID: A1980504
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 5 years
- Weight: 5.2 pounds
- Color: Black, white
- Breed: Domestic shorthair
- Intake Date: 10/5/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Orange
- Kennel: #C316
Bigsby
Bigsby has been at the shelter for a little over a month after coming in as a stray. Staff descriptions say he’s a mellow dog who enjoys exploring his surroundings, adding that he doesn’t need constant attention.
Notations also say he’s comfortable spending time on his own and already knows how to “sit” on command. He’s treat-motivated, and he would do best in a home with no children, staff note.
He’s currently available for adoption, and he’s also available as part of the shelter’s foster-to-adopt program.
Click here to see a video of Bigsby. Here are his details:
- Pet ID: A1979320
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 8 years
- Weight: 62 pounds
- Color: Yellow
- Breed: Labrador retriever mix
- Intake Date: 9/25/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Orange
- Kennel: #311
Ivan
Ivan has been at the shelter for about a month and a half. At 12 years old, he’s one of the oldest dogs currently available for adoption at OC Animal Care.
Staff notations say he’s a calm dog who enjoys being pet. Descriptions also say he likes to sniff around the yards at the shelter and he often greets other dogs.
Click here to see a video of Ivan. Here are his details:
- Pet ID: A1303584
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 12 years
- Weight: 62 pounds
- Color: Brown, brindle, white
- Breed: Pit bull boxer mix
- Intake Date: 9/17/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Anaheim
- Kennel: #222
Willard
Willard has been at the shelter for over three months after coming in as a stray. Staff notations say that despite being 12 years old, he’s playful and has a zest for life.
Descriptions also say that he’s easy to leash and walk. He’s currently available for adoption, and he’s also available as part of the shelter’s foster-to-adopt program.
Click here to see a video of Willard. Here are his details:
- Pet ID: A1970550
- Sex: Male (neutered)
- Age: 12 years
- Weight: 67 pounds
- Color: White
- Breed: German shepherd
- Intake Date: 7/20/2026
- Intake Jurisdiction: Orange
- Kennel: #216
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.
