BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Joybound People & Pets - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Joybound People & Pets X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://youth.arflife.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Joybound People & Pets REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260203T192729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T201623Z UID:10001630-1776416400-1776427200@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-forma-gym-walnut-creek/ LOCATION:Forma Gym (Walnut Creek)\, 1908 Olympic Blvd\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94596\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Forma-Gym-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260226T180709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T180712Z UID:10001652-1776510000-1776520800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza's Earth Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-broadway-plazas-earth-day-celebration/ LOCATION:Broadway Plaza\, 1275 Broadway Plaza\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94596\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Broadway-Plaza-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260406T164903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164908Z UID:10001699-1776600000-1776603600@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Meeting DESCRIPTION:Pets are family — and losing a member of your family can be an extremely painful and traumatic experience. Thankfully\, meeting with a pet loss support group may be able to help. \n\n\n\nIn a nurturing\, small group\, you are encouraged to process natural feelings of grief resulting from the loss of a beloved animal companion. Our sessions are run by a compassionate facilitator and offer additional resources to help you continue your path towards peace and healing. \n\n\n\nSign up for an upcoming session by filling out this form. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nThese free\, monthly sessions meet in-person at Joybound in Walnut Creek\, CA.\n\n\n\nThe sessions begin at 12:00 PM\, please arrive between 11:45 AM – 11:55 AM.\n\n\n\nYou can enter through the main entrance labeled “Maddie’s Animal Care Center.”\n\n\n\nReservations are required\, please fill out our online form to reserve your spot.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Grief Support Services\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Pet Loss Support Meetings \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets monthly in Walnut Creek\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimals in Our Hearts \n\n\n\n\nA collection of resources for grieving pet guardians.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAssociation for Pet Loss and Bereavement \n\n\n\n\nA collection of resources for grieving pet guardians.\n\n\n\nBronze-tier membership is free.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBerkeley Humane \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBirchbark Foundation \n\n\n\n\nSupport group and individual counseling meet online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriends of Alameda Animal Shelter \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHouse Rabbit Society \n\n\n\n\nSupport group serves guardians of pet rabbits.\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHumane Society Silicon Valley \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarin Humane \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMuttville Pet Loss Support Group \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPathways Health \n\n\n\n\nSupport group serves Alameda\, San Francisco\, Santa Clara\, and Contra Costa County residents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeninsula Humane Society & SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPetCloud \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRedwood Empire Veterinary Medical Association \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSacramento SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSan Francisco SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in San Francisco\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSolano SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Vacaville\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUC Davis Veterinary Medicine \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Davis\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValley Humane Society \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Pleasanton\, CA. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/pet-loss-support-meeting-14/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/paw-in-hand_68862.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260310T164325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T172047Z UID:10001035-1776871800-1776875400@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Joybound DESCRIPTION:Get a behind-the-scenes look at Joybound! \n\n\n\nAn informative volunteer docent or staff member will guide you through parts of Joybound not open to the public\, including our clinic\, dental suite\, and animal care facility. Learn about our history\, rescue efforts\, transformative community programs like Shelter to Service\, Community Solutions\, the Engelstad Grooming Academy\, Pet Hug Pack®\, and more. \n\n\n\nThese public tours are held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Wednesday of every month. If you would like to put in a request for a private tour\, please email tours@joybound.org. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: These tours may pass by animals receiving medical treatment. This may include\, but is not limited to\, animals under anesthesia\, receiving surgery\, or intubation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your space\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Register for FREE on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\n\n\n\nThe length of the behind-the-scenes tour is approximately 45-60 minutes.\n\n\n\nThe tour group size will cap at 20 people.\n\n\n\nPublic tours will be held on the second Saturday of every month\, at 11:30 AM\, AND the fourth Wednesday of every month at 3:30 PM.\n\n\n\nAll children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.\n\n\n\n\nIf you would like to put in a request for a private tour\, please email tours@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Social Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/wednesday-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-joybound/2026-04-22/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Joybound-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260124T004313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T214016Z UID:10001616-1776938400-1776956400@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Community Care Day: Resources for People & Pets Experiencing Housing Instability DESCRIPTION:Join Trinity Center and Joybound People & Pets at this FREE resource fair for adults experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County. We’ll have FREE onsite resources and information including: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCareer & Job Services\n\n\n\nClothing Distribution\n\n\n\nBeauty & Barbershop\n\n\n\nHousing Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoxed Lunch\n\n\n\nGrocery Pantry\n\n\n\nPet Support\n\n\n\nPet Food Distribution\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Vaccinations\n\n\n\nPet Microchips\n\n\n\nPet Spay/Neuter Appointments\n\n\n\nAnd More!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCareer & Job Services\n\n\n\nClothing Distribution\n\n\n\nBeauty & Barbershop\n\n\n\nBoxed Lunch\n\n\n\nGrocery Pantry\n\n\n\nPet Support\n\n\n\nPet Food Distribution\n\n\n\nPet Vaccinations\n\n\n\nPet Microchips\n\n\n\nPet Spay/Neuter Appointments\n\n\n\nAnd More!\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note: All services are provided in limited quantities. Pet spay/neuter appointments are limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Spay/neuter appointments must be made during the Community Care Day event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent parking is available at St Paul’s Episcopal Church and Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation\n\n\n\n\nAll services and resources at Community Care Day will be offered completely free of charge. \n\n\n\nParticipants must be Contra Costa County residents experiencing housing instability and must be at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nPre-registration is not available. Registration will be offered onsite on the day of the event.\n\n\n\nPet spay/neuter offerings will be capped up to 30 vouchers\, available on a first-come first-served basis. Appointments must be made during the Community Care Day event.\n\n\n\nSpecial pet food requests (such as wet/canned food or prescription food) cannot be provided.\n\n\n\nTrinity Center and Joybound People & Pets reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partner Organizations\n\n\n\nWe’re proud to be able to collaborate with other community partners who will be participating in Community Care Day. In addition to Joybound People & Pets\, this event is held in partnership with Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa\, Purina\, Trinity Center\, Insight Housing\, Contra Costa Health’s C.O.R.E. program\, County Connection\, and the Beehive Salon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about this event\, please contact our Community Solutions team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/community-care-day-resources-for-people-pets-experiencing-housing-instability/ LOCATION:Pittsburg City Center\, 65 Civic Avenue\, Pittsburg\, CA\, 94565\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions,Veterinary Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Trinity-Center-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260303T225933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T225936Z UID:10001660-1777109400-1777116600@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-community-arts-preschool-art-pop-up/ LOCATION:Civic Park\, 1375 Civic Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94596\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Center-for-Community-Arts-logo-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260310T175611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T233216Z UID:10001668-1777570200-1777575600@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Walnut Creek Chamber BASH DESCRIPTION:Joybound is hosting April’s Walnut Creek Chamber BASH! Connect with Chamber staff\, Chamber Ambassadors\, Joybound Board members\, and members of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETs on the chamber website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGraze on delicious small bites\, enjoy engaging conversations\, expand your network\, and build new business relationships while learning more about the incredible impact Joybound is making in our community. Whether you’re a long-time member or attending your first Walnut Creek Chamber BASH\, this is the perfect opportunity to reconnect\, make new introductions\, and strengthen your presence within the Chamber. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nTickets are available on Walnut Creek Chamber website. This event is free to Chamber members. Non-members and guests will need to provide a business card and pay a $20 guest fee. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: This $20 fee for non-members is not a donation to Joybound. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETs on the chamber website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Partnerships\n\n\n\nBring your business cards\, your enthusiasm\, and get ready for an evening of networking with purpose. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets is a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the human-animal bond by providing compassionate rescue and adoption programs\, pet-focused vocational training\, and community services that benefit both animals and their human companions. Since 1991\, Joybound has facilitated more than 54\,000 pet adoptions\, while offering accessible veterinary services\, animal training\, human education\, and more\, resulting in a 145% increase in essential services to the community from 2023. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Bureau\n\n\n\nThe Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Bureau attracts\, supports\, and grows business in the Walnut Creek region through advocacy\, and inclusive economic and business development. As a regional economic force\, Walnut Creek is the most inclusive and vibrant city for innovation and entrepreneurship in the Bay Area. The Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Bureau is the only regional business organization that represents the full spectrum of the economy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGourmet Grazing Goat\n\n\n\nHors d’oeuvres at the Chamber BASH will be provided by Gourmet Grazing Goat. Headquartered in Walnut Creek\, Gourmet Grazing Goat is a luxury grazing table catering organization\, serving the greater Bay Area\, including San Francisco\, Napa\, and Santa Clara\, for weddings\, corporate events\, and gathering. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Joybound Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/walnut-creek-chamber-bash-2026/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Events,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WC-Chamber-logo-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260303T004601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T173708Z UID:10001658-1777633200-1777644000@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon benefiting Joybound’s life-changing programs for pets and the people who love them! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 111:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nLocanda Wine Bar2293 First St\, Livermore\, CA \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted in partnership with Locanda Wine Bar in Livermore and Bloomies Flower Studio\, this special event features a hands-on flower arranging class\, a fresh-squeezed mimosa bar\, and a delicious three-course Italian lunch. After lunch\, mingle on the patio with some of Joybound’s adorable adoptable dogs and cats (and our Pet Hug Pack therapy animals) for the perfect blend of beauty\, bubbles\, and heartwarming moments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets to Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends cost $95 per person. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMenu & Activities\n\n\n\nBlooms\, Bubbles\, & Best Friends will featuring a flower arranging class with Bloomies Studio\, and a 3-course Italian lunch from Locanda Wine Bar. \n\n\n\nLunch includes: \n\n\n\n\nAntipasto Locanda\n\nWeekly selection of meats and cheese with local honey\, olives\, fruit\, and nuts\n\n\n\n\n\nGnocchi Mamma Carmela\n\nHomemade fresh potato gnocchi with homemade pesto sauce\, parmesan cheese\, and maldon salt.\n\n\n\n\n\nLimoncello Tiramisu\n\nMamma Carmela’s recipe\n\n\n\n\n\nMimosas and fresh juices\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Us\n\n\n\nNeed to contact Joybound’s event team? Please email us at events@joybound.org. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/blooms-bubbles-best-friends/ LOCATION:Locanda Wine Bar\, 2293 First Street\, Livermore\, California\, 94550\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events,Social Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bubbles-Blooms-logo-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260113T193023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T193155Z UID:10001611-1777716000-1777726800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Molly's Pup-Purr-ee DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-mollys-pup-purr-ee-2/ LOCATION:Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee\, 425 Hartz Avenue\, Danville\, California\, 94526\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mollys-PupPurrEe-logo-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260330T212800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T212803Z UID:10001685-1777806000-1777816800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Murietta's Well DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-muriettas-well/ LOCATION:Murietta’s Well\, 3005 Mines Road\, Livermore\, California\, 94550\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Muriettas-Well-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20251219T003549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T003643Z UID:10001591-1778092200-1778095800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Monthly Team Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:Unleash your competitive side and your inner trivia nerd at our monthly Team Trivia Night! You’re invited to join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a night of fun at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters! \n\n\n\nInvite your friends\, family\, co-workers\, and beyond — all are welcome! (But please leave your pets at home) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration is required. Tickets are available on Eventbrite for $5 per person. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please email community@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Social Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/monthly-team-trivia-night-4/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Events,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Team-Trivia-Night-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260406T232056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T233208Z UID:10001708-1778176800-1778182200@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Spring & Mother's Day Floral Arrangement Workshop DESCRIPTION:Joybound invites you for a Springtime and Mother’s Day themed Floral Arrangement Workshop with floral artisan Marissa Zoetewey\, founder of The Wild Fleur Co. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to put together a beautiful seasonal floral arrangement for your home or as a special gift. Perfect for families\, friends\, and those seeking a special and unique gift for the mom in your life! All materials will be provided and Marissa will guide you through the creative process during this fun hands-on workshop. Let your natural artistry blossom and add a touch of wild fleur to your life! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThis workshop costs $75 to attend\, with all proceeds going to Joybound’s programs for pets and the people who love them. You can register online on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please email community@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Wild Fleur Co.\n\n\n\nWith both artistry and operational excellence\, The Wild Fleur Co.‘s Marissa Zoetewey executes floral designs that are an extension of her clients’ visions\, exemplifying the best in structural\, modern\, garden-style florals. \n\n\n\nMarissa is also a foster volunteer for Joybound and is excited to bridge her love for animals with her passion and expertise for floral arrangements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Joybound Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jul \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Aug \n \n 5 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/spring-mothers-day-floral-arrangement-workshop/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Spring-MothersDay-Floral-Workshop-lockup-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260124T010031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T000729Z UID:10001619-1778313600-1778313600@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch DESCRIPTION:Vaccinations are an extremely important part of your pet’s health and wellbeing. By teaching their immune system how to recognize and fight off diseases\, they can prevent or lessen the severity of illnesses. That’s why Joybound offers free\, monthly pet vaccination clinics\, held at various locations in Contra Costa County! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nServices begin at 8 AM and are provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. Space fills up quickly\, so we advise clients to arrive early. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Services Include\n\n\n\nHere are the free pet services you can find at Joybound’s monthly pet vaccination community clinics: \n\n\n\n\nDog vaccinations:\n\nDAPP (Distemper\, Adenovirus\, Parainfluenza\, & Parvovirus) vaccines\n\n\n\nRabies vaccines\n\n\n\n\n\nCat vaccinations:\n\nFVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis\, Calicivirus\, & Panleukopenia) vaccines\n\n\n\nRabies vaccines\n\n\n\n\n\nMicrochipping\n\n\n\nDry dog and cat food\n\n\n\nAdditional resources through Joybound’s Community Solutions\n\n\n\n\nAll services and offerings are available while supplies last. \n\n\n\nPlease note: The team at these community clinics is unable to provide Canine Influenza vaccines\, Leptospirosis vaccines\, Bordetella vaccines\, etc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nIf your pet exhibits any of the following symptoms: coughing\, sneezing\, running eyes\, diarrhea\, or vomiting\, please keep them at home.\n\n\n\nAll patients will be seen on a first-come\, first-served basis. Thank you in advance for your patience.\n\n\n\nGuardians must be Contra Costa County resident (proof required) and at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nPlease bring prior vaccine records if available.\n\n\n\nPets will receive a brief health check to ensure they are well enough for vaccination.\n\nPlease note: This is not a full wellness or diagnostic exam.\n\n\n\n\n\nAll pets must be at least 6 weeks old.\n\n\n\nDogs must be on a leash or in a carrier.\n\n\n\nCats must be in secure carriers.\n\n\n\nFeral cats or community cats will not be served.\n\n\n\nClinic services held outside\, rain or shine.\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about these events\, please contact our Community Solutions team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Vaccination Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Free Monthly Vaccination Clinics \n\n\n\n\nHosts free pet vaccination clinics in various locations in Contra Costa County.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Wellness Clinic for Veterans’ Pets \n\n\n\n\nWe host free pet wellness clinics for military Veterans in Walnut Creek\, CA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheap Shots Pet Vaccine Clinic \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet health clinics in Fremont\, CA\, Oakland\, CA\, and San Leandro\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContra Costa Animal Services Vaccination Clinic \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet vaccinations in Martinez\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEast Bay SPCA Vaccine Clinic \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet health care in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFurry Friends Pet Relief \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet health care in Contra Costa County.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHuman Animal Support Services by American Pets Alive \n\n\n\n\nCurates free or low-cost pet services in a searchable database.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPALS East Bay \n\n\n\n\nHosts free pet vaccination clinics in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaw Fund Free Vaccine Clinic \n\n\n\n\nHosts free pet vaccination clinics in Berkeley\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPets In Need \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet vaccination clinics in Palo Alto\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Pet Advocate \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet vaccinations in Tracy\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\npetVet/petfood • (510) 652-9822 / (510) 215-5101 \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet vaccination clinics in Oakland\, CA and El Cerrito\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVetco Vaccination Clinic \n\n\n\n\nPartners with low-cost pet health clinics nationwide.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVets in Vans \n\n\n\n\nProvides comprehensive clinic services to communities in the Bay Area via a mobile clinic vehicle.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP Pet Care Community Clinics \n\n\n\n\nPartners with low-cost pet health clinics nationwide.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWell Pet Vet Clinic \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet vaccination services in Pittsburg\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYolanoVet Low-Cost Dog & Cat Shots \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet vaccination clinics in the Sacramento area and the Central Valley. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/comsol-clinic-0526/ LOCATION:Antioch Animal Services\, 300 L Street\, Antioch\, California\, 94509\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions,Veterinary Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Event-Lockup-Vax-Clinic-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180949 CREATED:20260124T005847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T000608Z UID:10001620-1778313600-1778324400@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch DESCRIPTION:Through our FoodShare pantry\, Joybound supplies pet food to qualifying pet guardians in Contra Costa County. Thanks to Purina and individual donors\, FoodShare helps keep pets fed and with their families where they belong.  \n\n\n\nPet food is distributed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, with availability depending on supplies. If you have any questions about Joybound’s FoodShare pantry events\, please contact our Community Solutions team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nServices begin at 8 AM and are provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. Space fills up quickly\, so we advise clients to arrive early. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nFoodShare pickups are done first-come\, first-served.\n\n\n\nParticipants must be Contra Costa County residents.\n\n\n\nParticipants must be at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nSpecial pet food requests and prescription food cannot be provided.\n\n\n\nWet/canned food cannot be guaranteed\, but can be offered based on availability.\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFoodShare Sponsor\n\n\n\nThank you to our FoodShare sponsor\, Purina\, who donates thousands of pounds of pet food every year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Pet Food Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound FoodShare Pantry \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to pet guardians at monthly FoodShare pantry events.\n\n\n\nServices for Contra Costa County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocations vary.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAniMeals by Contra Costa Humane Society • (925) 279-2247 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to pet guardians at AniMeals events.\n\n\n\nServices for Contra Costa County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocations vary.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAntioch Animal Services • (925) 779-6989 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Antioch\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBerkeley Humane Pet Food Pantry • (510) 845-7735 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Berkeley\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. by Contra Costa Health Services \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for people (including pet guardians) without housing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEast Bay SPCA Pet Food Pantry • (510) 563-4627 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nServices for Alameda County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocated in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Belly Bus San Francisco \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in San Francisco\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFurry Friends Free Food Pantry • (925) 481-2294 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Antioch\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHouse Rabbit Society Food Pantry \n\n\n\n\nProvides free rabbit food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Richmond\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonument Crisis Center • (925) 825-7751 \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for at-risk and low income people.\n\n\n\nLocated in Concord\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOhlone Humane Society Pet Meals-on-Wheels \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Fremont\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPets Lifeline \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Sonoma\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVeterinary Street Outreach San Francisco \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for pet guardians without housing.\n\n\n\nLocated in San Francisco\, CA. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/foodshare-0526/ LOCATION:Antioch Animal Services\, 300 L Street\, Antioch\, California\, 94509\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Event-Lockup-Foodshare-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260122T181434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T193159Z UID:10001615-1778320800-1778335200@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill's Pups in the Park DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-pleasant-hills-pups-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Pleasant Hill Park\, 147 Gregory Lane\, Pleasant Hill\, California\, 94523\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Pleasant-Hill-Rec-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260324T172038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T172042Z UID:10001481-1778326200-1778329800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Saturday Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Joybound DESCRIPTION:Get a behind-the-scenes look at Joybound! \n\n\n\nAn informative volunteer docent or staff member will guide you through parts of Joybound not open to the public\, including our clinic\, dental suite\, and animal care facility. Learn about our history\, rescue efforts\, transformative community programs like Shelter to Service\, Community Solutions\, the Engelstad Grooming Academy\, Pet Hug Pack®\, and more. \n\n\n\nThese public tours are held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Wednesday of every month. If you would like to put in a request for a private tour\, please email tours@joybound.org. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: These tours may pass by animals receiving medical treatment. This may include\, but is not limited to\, animals under anesthesia\, receiving surgery\, or intubation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your space\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Register for FREE on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\n\n\n\nThe length of the behind-the-scenes tour is approximately 45-60 minutes.\n\n\n\nThe tour group size will cap at 20 people.\n\n\n\nPublic tours will be held on the second Saturday of every month\, at 11:30 AM\, AND the fourth Wednesday of every month at 3:30 PM.\n\n\n\nAll children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.\n\n\n\n\nIf you would like to put in a request for a private tour\, please email tours@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Social Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/saturday-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-joybound-2/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Joybound-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260127T191848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T201619Z UID:10001624-1778410800-1778421600@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-head-west-marketplace-4/ LOCATION:Head West Marketplace (Walnut Creek)\, North Main Street\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Head-West-logo-orange.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260326T182133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191204Z UID:10001677-1778756400-1778767200@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center's Community Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:We’ll be in attendance at Monument Crisis Center‘s “Resources are Sweet” Community Resource Fair\, providing free pet food to pet guardians in Contra Costa County. Guests are welcome to attend to connect with community agencies and free resources in the fields of law\, medicine\, youth & family services\, grocery\, senior care\, and more. Plus\, enjoy raffles\, prizes\, lunch\, and treats. \n\n\n\nThanks to Purina and individual donors\, Joybound’s FoodShare program helps keep pets fed and with their families where they belong. Pet food is distributed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, with availability depending on supplies. If you have any questions about Joybound’s FoodShare pantry events\, please contact our Community Solutions team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nFoodShare pickups are done first-come\, first-served.\n\n\n\nParticipants must be Contra Costa County residents.\n\n\n\nParticipants must be at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nSpecial pet food requests and prescription food cannot be provided.\n\n\n\nWet/canned food cannot be guaranteed\, but can be offered based on availability.\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartners & Sponsors\n\n\n\nThis event is being held by Monument Crisis Center. Thank you to our FoodShare sponsor\, Purina\, who donates thousands of pounds of pet food every year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Pet Food Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound FoodShare Pantry \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to pet guardians at monthly FoodShare pantry events.\n\n\n\nServices for Contra Costa County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocations vary.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAniMeals by Contra Costa Humane Society • (925) 279-2247 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to pet guardians at AniMeals events.\n\n\n\nServices for Contra Costa County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocations vary.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAntioch Animal Services • (925) 779-6989 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Antioch\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBerkeley Humane Pet Food Pantry • (510) 845-7735 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Berkeley\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. by Contra Costa Health Services \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for people (including pet guardians) without housing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEast Bay SPCA Pet Food Pantry • (510) 563-4627 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nServices for Alameda County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocated in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Belly Bus San Francisco \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in San Francisco\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFurry Friends Free Food Pantry • (925) 481-2294 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Antioch\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHouse Rabbit Society Food Pantry \n\n\n\n\nProvides free rabbit food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Richmond\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonument Crisis Center • (925) 825-7751 \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for at-risk and low income people.\n\n\n\nLocated in Concord\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOhlone Humane Society Pet Meals-on-Wheels \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Fremont\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPets Lifeline \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Sonoma\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVeterinary Street Outreach San Francisco \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for pet guardians without housing.\n\n\n\nLocated in San Francisco\, CA. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/free-pet-food-pantry-in-concord-2/ LOCATION:Monument Crisis Center\, 1990 Market Street\, Concord\, California\, 94520\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Monument-Crisis-Center-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260406T164912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164915Z UID:10001700-1779019200-1779022800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Meeting DESCRIPTION:Pets are family — and losing a member of your family can be an extremely painful and traumatic experience. Thankfully\, meeting with a pet loss support group may be able to help. \n\n\n\nIn a nurturing\, small group\, you are encouraged to process natural feelings of grief resulting from the loss of a beloved animal companion. Our sessions are run by a compassionate facilitator and offer additional resources to help you continue your path towards peace and healing. \n\n\n\nSign up for an upcoming session by filling out this form. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nThese free\, monthly sessions meet in-person at Joybound in Walnut Creek\, CA.\n\n\n\nThe sessions begin at 12:00 PM\, please arrive between 11:45 AM – 11:55 AM.\n\n\n\nYou can enter through the main entrance labeled “Maddie’s Animal Care Center.”\n\n\n\nReservations are required\, please fill out our online form to reserve your spot.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Grief Support Services\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Pet Loss Support Meetings \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets monthly in Walnut Creek\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimals in Our Hearts \n\n\n\n\nA collection of resources for grieving pet guardians.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAssociation for Pet Loss and Bereavement \n\n\n\n\nA collection of resources for grieving pet guardians.\n\n\n\nBronze-tier membership is free.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBerkeley Humane \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBirchbark Foundation \n\n\n\n\nSupport group and individual counseling meet online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriends of Alameda Animal Shelter \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHouse Rabbit Society \n\n\n\n\nSupport group serves guardians of pet rabbits.\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHumane Society Silicon Valley \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarin Humane \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMuttville Pet Loss Support Group \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPathways Health \n\n\n\n\nSupport group serves Alameda\, San Francisco\, Santa Clara\, and Contra Costa County residents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeninsula Humane Society & SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPetCloud \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRedwood Empire Veterinary Medical Association \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSacramento SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSan Francisco SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in San Francisco\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSolano SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Vacaville\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUC Davis Veterinary Medicine \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Davis\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValley Humane Society \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Pleasanton\, CA. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/pet-loss-support-meeting-15/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/paw-in-hand_68862.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260408T192918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192921Z UID:10001709-1779624000-1779634800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Headlands Brewing Walnut Creek DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-headlands-brewing-walnut-creek-3/ LOCATION:Headlands Brewing (Walnut Creek)\, 2999 Oak Road A\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94597\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Headlands-Brewing-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260310T164325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T172047Z UID:10001045-1779895800-1779899400@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Joybound DESCRIPTION:Get a behind-the-scenes look at Joybound! \n\n\n\nAn informative volunteer docent or staff member will guide you through parts of Joybound not open to the public\, including our clinic\, dental suite\, and animal care facility. Learn about our history\, rescue efforts\, transformative community programs like Shelter to Service\, Community Solutions\, the Engelstad Grooming Academy\, Pet Hug Pack®\, and more. \n\n\n\nThese public tours are held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Wednesday of every month. If you would like to put in a request for a private tour\, please email tours@joybound.org. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: These tours may pass by animals receiving medical treatment. This may include\, but is not limited to\, animals under anesthesia\, receiving surgery\, or intubation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your space\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Register for FREE on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\n\n\n\nThe length of the behind-the-scenes tour is approximately 45-60 minutes.\n\n\n\nThe tour group size will cap at 20 people.\n\n\n\nPublic tours will be held on the second Saturday of every month\, at 11:30 AM\, AND the fourth Wednesday of every month at 3:30 PM.\n\n\n\nAll children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.\n\n\n\n\nIf you would like to put in a request for a private tour\, please email tours@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Social Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/wednesday-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-joybound/2026-05-27/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Joybound-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20251229T212923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T212323Z UID:10001600-1780162200-1780178400@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Unleash Happiness Gala - Disco Fever DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MAY 30 • 5:30 PM – 10 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDays Hours Minutes Seconds \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep into a night of sparkle\, disco\, and purpose — where community and compassion meet on the dance floor to change the lives of pets and their people. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP guests welcome at 5:00 PM \n\n\n\nAll guests welcome at 5:30 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nUnleash Happiness Gala tickets can be purchased online! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBenefitting\n\n\n\nProceeds from the Unleash Happiness Gala benefit Joybound’s programs for the pets we love and the people who love them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Guests\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJackson Galaxy\n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to be joined at the Unleash Happiness Gala by Jackson Galaxy\, aka “The Cat Daddy.” Jackson is a renowned celebrity in the world of cat behavior and animal advocacy. He is best known as the host and executive producer of Animal Planet’s hit show “My Cat From Hell\,” and his New York Times best-selling books. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDan Ashley\n\n\n\nThis year’s Unleash Happiness Gala will be emceed by Emmy Award-winning journalist Dan Ashley\, of ABC7 Bay Area. Dan is a lifelong animal-lover and longtime friend of Joybound People & Pets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttire\n\n\n\nWe encourage guests at our 2026 Unleash Happiness Gala to embrace this year’s “Disco Fever” theme and dress in their best Groovy Glam\, ready to party! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events\n\n\n\n\n5:00 PM – VIP Guests Welcome\n\n\n\n5:30 PM – All Guests Welcome\n\n\n\n5:30 PM – Mingling and Revelry\n\nCurated silent auction baskets\n\n\n\nMeet-and-greets with kittens & puppies\n\n\n\nHosted craft beer\, wine\, cocktails\, mocktails\, and non-alcoholic beverages\n\n\n\nPassed and stationed hors d’oeuvres (vegan/vegetarian available)\n\n\n\n\n\n7:00 PM – Joybound Program in the Pavilion\n\nThree-course dinner featuring seasonal dishes and dessert bites (vegan/vegetarian available)\n\n\n\nWine service during dinner\n\n\n\nGuest speaker: Jackson Galaxy\n\n\n\nLive auction and Raise-a-Paw\n\n\n\n\n\n8:30 PM – After Party\n\nDrinks\, dessert bar\, and coffee bar\n\n\n\nDISCO DANCING!\n\n\n\n\n\n10:00 PM – Event Conclusion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink Options\n\n\n\n\nPassed Hors D’ouvres\n\nWatermelon ceviche (vegan)\n\n\n\nSizzling scallops\n\n\n\nChicken and waffle bites\n\n\n\n\n\nServed Salad\n\nWhite peach summer salad\n\n\n\n\n\nDinner Entres\n\nPreserved lemon and honey-glazed chicken thighs\n\n\n\nMoroccan prawns with lobster sauce\n\n\n\nSpring pea and ricotta ravioli (vegetarian)\n\n\n\nHearts of palm quinoa cake with chipotle aioli (vegan)\n\n\n\n\n\nFamily Style Desserts\n\nCitrus cheesecake (vegan)\n\n\n\nMeyer lemon custard tartlettes\n\n\n\nMini s’mores chocolate fudge cupcakes\n\n\n\n\n\nHydration Station\, Coffee\, and Stationed Sweets\n\n\n\nLocal Wine\, Craft beer\, Cocktails\, and Mocktails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in Sponsoring Unleash Happiness?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR THIS EVENT\n\n\n\nDONATE ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Event Partners & Sponsors\n\n\n\nThis event is made possible thanks to our generous partners and sponsors. This year’s Unleash Happiness Gala is brought to you by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsors\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nSolid Gold Sponsors\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nSilver Sponsors\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nBronze Sponsors\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nMedia Sponsor\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Us\n\n\n\nNeed to contact Joybound’s event team? Please email us at events@joybound.org. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/unleash-happiness-gala-disco-fever/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Social Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/UH26-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260205T200724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T201616Z UID:10001633-1780225200-1780236000@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Berkeley DESCRIPTION:With stops at local parks\, shopping centers\, and community events\, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. \n\n\n\nEvery mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal pet based on your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a playful kitten\, a loyal dog\, or a calm companion\, we’re here to help you make a loving connection — no appointment necessary. Join us at our next event and take the first step towards giving a pet a loving home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMobile adoption events allow us to bring the joy of pet adoption out to the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat – $100\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – $50\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – $175\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – $100\n\n\n\nFeline Emotional Support Animal – $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – $150\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – $75\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – $50\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – $375\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – $200\n\n\n\nCanine Emotional Support Animal – $400\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans. \n\n\n\nSelect animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR AN ADOPTION FEE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/mobile-adoptions-at-head-west-marketplace-berkeley/ LOCATION:Head West Marketplace (Berkeley)\, 1717 Fourth Street D\, Berkeley\, California\, 94710\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Head-West-logo-orange.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260307T005411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T213009Z UID:10001667-1780475400-1780588800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Animal Disaster Preparedness Workshop DESCRIPTION:A West Coast Training for Animal Emergency Management\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen disaster strikes\, animals need advocates — trained\, coordinated\, and ready. Joybound People & Pets and Animal Search and Rescue (ASAR) are bringing together the West Coast’s animal emergency management community for a two-day convening built on real-world training\, peer collaboration\, and strategic planning. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an animal control officer\, veterinary professional\, shelter team member\, CART coordinator\, emergency planner\, or first responder — this event is designed for you. \n\n\n\nPlease note: This Animal Disaster Preparedness Workshop is not intended for members of the general public who do not work in animal wellness\, rescue\, government\, etc. If you would like to start to get involved with a community animal response team\, please contact Cal CARTs\, Contra Costa CART\, Napa CART\, Solano CART\, or search for similar organizations near you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHEN DISASTER STRIKES — ARE YOU READY TO RESPOND FOR ANIMALS?\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll ticket proceeds support Joybound People & Pets’ life-changing programs for pets and the people who love them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Details\n\n\n\n\nDate\n\n\n\nDay One: Wednesday\, June 3 from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PMDay Two: Thursday\, June 4 from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration to Joybound’s Animal Disaster Preparedness Workshop will be opening shortly! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull 2-Day Training (June 3 & 4) – $150\n\n\n\nDay 2 Workshop Only (June 4) – $75\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to animal control officers\, veterinary professionals\, shelter teams\, Community Animal Response Teams (CART)\, Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DART)\, emergency planners\, first responders\, and anyone who professionally responds when animals need help. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEric Thompson\,ASAR\, Owner and Lead Instructor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGreg Merrell\,ASAR\, Instructor and Task Force Lead \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Curriculum\n\n\n\nDay One – SAR Field Training\n\n\n\nStep into the field with ASAR for a hands-on training day that builds real-world rescue capability. This intensive course covers: \n\n\n\n\nWide Area Search (WAS) for Companion Animals — including QuickCapture app training\n\n\n\nCollapsed Structure Hazards Awareness in animal rescue contexts\n\n\n\nConfined Space & Entrapment Hazard Recognition\n\n\n\n\nBuilt on ASAR’s nationally recognized rescue curriculum\, Day One emphasizes field safety\, situational awareness\, interoperability\, and operational discipline. \n\n\n\nDay Two – Workshop & Scenario Labs\n\n\n\nCollaborate with peers through scenario-based learning: \n\n\n\n\nThe Animal Disaster Landscape in California — what exists today\n\n\n\nScenario Lab Part 1: The First 24–72 Hours\n\n\n\nScenario Lab Part 2: Long-Term Response & Recovery\n\n\n\nHotwash\, lessons learned\, and next steps\n\n\n\n\nDay Two focuses on execution\, as you work through realistic disaster scenarios with peers\, stress-test your protocols\, and leave with actionable plans for your team and jurisdiction. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTRAIN THE WAY YOU RESPOND\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Partnerships\n\n\n\nThis Animal Disaster Preparedness Workshop is presented in partnership by Joybound People & Pets and Animal Search and Rescue (ASAR)\, with support from passionate partners and generous sponsors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets is a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the human-animal bond by providing compassionate rescue and adoption programs\, pet-focused vocational training\, and community services that benefit both animals and their human companions. Since 1991\, Joybound has facilitated more than 54\,000 pet adoptions\, while offering accessible veterinary services\, animal training\, human education\, and more\, resulting in a 145% increase in essential services to the community from 2023… (Learn more) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Search and Rescue (ASAR)\n\n\n\nASAR Training and Response is a nationally recognized technical rescue team specializing in both FEMA Resource-Typed and NFPA-based training for practical field and disaster animal rescue applications. Instructors provide comprehensive and life-safety-enhancing planning\, response\, and functional training in cooperation with local\, State\, and Federal agencies… (Learn more) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalifornia Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET)\n\n\n\nCVET\, administered by the UC Davis One Health Institute (OHI) within the School of Veterinary Medicine\, supports and trains a network of government agencies\, individuals\, and organizations to aid household and domestic animals and livestock during emergencies. Their mission is to lead collaborative veterinary response efforts to provide exceptional and compassionate care to animals and their families during disasters… (Learn more) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmerican Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)\n\n\n\nThe American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has been at the forefront of animal rescue and protection since their founding as the first animal welfare organization in North America in 1866. For 160 years\, they have been the leading voice in animal welfare\, bringing the critical protection of animals to the forefront of society… (Learn more) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUILT FOR PROFESSIONALS ON THE FRONT LINES OF ANIMAL DISASTER REPONSE\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Us\n\n\n\nNeed to contact Joybound’s event team? Please email us at events@joybound.org. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/animal-disaster-preparedness-workshop/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ASAR-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20251219T003600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T003605Z UID:10001592-1780511400-1780515000@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Monthly Team Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:Unleash your competitive side and your inner trivia nerd at our monthly Team Trivia Night! You’re invited to join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a night of fun at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters! \n\n\n\nInvite your friends\, family\, co-workers\, and beyond — all are welcome! (But please leave your pets at home) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration is required. Tickets are available on Eventbrite for $5 per person. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please email community@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Social Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Spring & Mother’s Day Floral Arrangement Workshop \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM \n \n \n \n Unleash Happiness Gala – Disco Fever \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/monthly-team-trivia-night-5/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Events,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Team-Trivia-Night-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260306T200501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T203658Z UID:10001666-1780743600-1780768800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Free Adoptions for California Adopt-a-Pet Day DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to join shelters and rescue groups across the state for California Adopt-a-Pet Day! Along with more than 150 other organizations\, we’re offering a day of free* pet adoptions to celebrate the special bond between pets and people. \n\n\n\nCalifornia Adopt-a-Pet Day is more than an annual event; it celebrates the beautiful bond between humans and animals. It’s a day where the possibility of countless moments of laughter and love converge\, waiting eagerly for you to be a part of them. This annual event is hosted by CalAnimals\, SF SPCA\, and the ASPCA. \n\n\n\n*Some exclusions may apply. Standard adoption criteria applies. Does not include ESA adoptions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nDue to Joybound’s Unleash Happiness 2025 event this same evening\, our adoption hours will be adjusted to 10 am – 4 pm.\n\n\n\nAdoptions are done first-come\, first served.\n\n\n\nWe cannot guarantee the availability of particular animals\, and we do not place animals on hold. Our available dog and cat listings are updated daily.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Available Dogs and Cats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere’s never been a better time to bring home a new\, furry friend! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPet Adoptions\n\n\n\n\nAdoption Fees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCat– FREE\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Cat – FREE\n\n\n\nSenior Cat (7+ years) – FREE\n\n\n\nKitten (< 6 months) – FREE\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Kitten – FREE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDog – FREE\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Dog – FREE\n\n\n\nSenior Dog (7+ years) – FREE\n\n\n\nPuppy (< 6 months) – FREE\n\n\n\nSpecial-Needs Puppy – FREE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our adoption process. \n\n\n\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n\n\nAll animals are spayed or neutered\, current on vaccinations\, microchipped\, de-wormed\, and given flea/tick preventative. Animals are sent home with a welcome home supply of Purina food. Dogs 6 months and older are tested for heartworm\, and all dogs are started on heartworm preventative. Puppy adopters are offered a discount on puppy social classes. All cats are tested for FeLV (feline leukemia virus)\, and all cats older than 6 months are tested for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Upcoming Adoption Events\n\n\n\nHere is a look at where you’ll be able to find our mobile adoption team (dates and locations are subject to change)\, as well as any sponsored adoption days or other types of adoption events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Forma Gym \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Broadway Plaza’s Earth Day Celebration \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 25 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Community Arts Preschool Art Pop-Up \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Blooms\, Bubbles & Best Friends \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Molly’s Pup-Purr-ee \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Murietta’s Well \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Pleasant Hill’s Pups in the Park \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Mobile Adoptions at Head West Marketplace Walnut Creek \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/free-adoptions-for-california-adopt-a-pet-day-2/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CA-Adopt-a-Pet-Day-logo-400x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260406T164921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164924Z UID:10001701-1780833600-1780837200@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Meeting DESCRIPTION:Pets are family — and losing a member of your family can be an extremely painful and traumatic experience. Thankfully\, meeting with a pet loss support group may be able to help. \n\n\n\nIn a nurturing\, small group\, you are encouraged to process natural feelings of grief resulting from the loss of a beloved animal companion. Our sessions are run by a compassionate facilitator and offer additional resources to help you continue your path towards peace and healing. \n\n\n\nSign up for an upcoming session by filling out this form. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nThese free\, monthly sessions meet in-person at Joybound in Walnut Creek\, CA.\n\n\n\nThe sessions begin at 12:00 PM\, please arrive between 11:45 AM – 11:55 AM.\n\n\n\nYou can enter through the main entrance labeled “Maddie’s Animal Care Center.”\n\n\n\nReservations are required\, please fill out our online form to reserve your spot.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Grief Support Services\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Pet Loss Support Meetings \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets monthly in Walnut Creek\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimals in Our Hearts \n\n\n\n\nA collection of resources for grieving pet guardians.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAssociation for Pet Loss and Bereavement \n\n\n\n\nA collection of resources for grieving pet guardians.\n\n\n\nBronze-tier membership is free.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBerkeley Humane \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBirchbark Foundation \n\n\n\n\nSupport group and individual counseling meet online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriends of Alameda Animal Shelter \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHouse Rabbit Society \n\n\n\n\nSupport group serves guardians of pet rabbits.\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHumane Society Silicon Valley \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarin Humane \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMuttville Pet Loss Support Group \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPathways Health \n\n\n\n\nSupport group serves Alameda\, San Francisco\, Santa Clara\, and Contra Costa County residents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeninsula Humane Society & SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPetCloud \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRedwood Empire Veterinary Medical Association \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSacramento SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets online.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSan Francisco SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in San Francisco\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSolano SPCA \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Vacaville\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUC Davis Veterinary Medicine \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Davis\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValley Humane Society \n\n\n\n\nSupport group meets in Pleasanton\, CA. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/pet-loss-support-meeting-16/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Solutions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/paw-in-hand_68862.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260612T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260217T182830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T192235Z UID:10001635-1780909200-1781272800@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Camp Joybound (Summer Week 1) - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Please Note: This session of camp has reached capacity. We hope your young animal-lover is able to join us for a different week of fun and learning at Camp Joybound. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLet’s inspire the next generation of animal lovers! We’re welcoming students ages 8 – 14 years old to Camp Joybound! \n\n\n\nThis award-winning\, weeklong camp at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters introduces students to the worlds of veterinary medicine and animal care\, providing hands-on experience with dogs and cats in a fun and instructive environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThroughout the week\, your child will learn alongside\, shadow\, and engage in hands-on care with our clinic\, animal care\, training\, and adoption experts. It’s perfect for students with a passion for animal care and wellness\, life sciences\, and medicine.  \n\n\n\nCampers will:  \n\n\n\n\nMeet veterinarians and animal care experts to learn about their backgrounds\, career pathways\, and ask questions about their work \n\n\n\nSee how surgery takes place and how to provide the best care for dog and cat wellbeing \n\n\n\nLearn techniques for dog and cat training\, safety\, and animal guardianship education \n\n\n\nAnd much more! \n\n\n\n\nCamp Details\n\n\n\n\n\nDate Range\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nCamp Joybound’s fees are $500 per camper. \n\n\n\n\n\nAge Range\n\n\n\nCamp Joybound is open to children ages 8 – 14. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about Camp Joybound? Please email community@joybound.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Youth Events / Sessions\n\n\n\nHere is a look at some other upcoming opportunities to get your child involved with Joybound’s life-changing mission for pets and people. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 30 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM \n \n \n \n Walnut Creek Chamber BASH \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Monday\, June 8 @ 9:00 AM - Friday\, June 12 @ 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Camp Joybound (Summer Week 1) – SOLD OUT \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Monday\, June 15 @ 9:00 AM - Wednesday\, June 17 @ 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Camp Joybound (Summer Week 2) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 22 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Monday\, June 22 @ 9:00 AM - Friday\, June 26 @ 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Camp Joybound (Summer Week 3) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jul \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM \n \n \n \n Monthly Team Trivia Night \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jul \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Monday\, July 6 @ 9:00 AM - Friday\, July 10 @ 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Camp Joybound (Summer Week 4) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/camp-joybound-summer-week-1/ LOCATION:Joybound People & Pets\, 2890 Mitchell Drive\, Walnut Creek\, California\, 94598\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CampJB-logo-Summer-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260124T005640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T185500Z UID:10001617-1781337600-1781337600@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) DESCRIPTION:Vaccinations are an extremely important part of your pet’s health and wellbeing. By teaching their immune system how to recognize and fight off diseases\, they can prevent or lessen the severity of illnesses. That’s why Joybound offers free\, monthly pet vaccination clinics\, held at various locations in Contra Costa County! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nServices begin at 8 AM and are provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. Space fills up quickly\, so we advise clients to arrive early. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Services Include\n\n\n\nHere are the free pet services you can find at Joybound’s monthly pet vaccination community clinics: \n\n\n\n\nDog vaccinations:\n\nDAPP (Distemper\, Adenovirus\, Parainfluenza\, & Parvovirus) vaccines\n\n\n\nRabies vaccines\n\n\n\n\n\nCat vaccinations:\n\nFVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis\, Calicivirus\, & Panleukopenia) vaccines\n\n\n\nRabies vaccines\n\n\n\n\n\nMicrochipping\n\n\n\nDry dog and cat food\n\n\n\nAdditional resources through Joybound’s Community Solutions\n\n\n\n\nAll services and offerings are available while supplies last. \n\n\n\nPlease note: The team at these community clinics is unable to provide Canine Influenza vaccines\, Leptospirosis vaccines\, Bordetella vaccines\, etc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nIf your pet exhibits any of the following symptoms: coughing\, sneezing\, running eyes\, diarrhea\, or vomiting\, please keep them at home.\n\n\n\nAll patients will be seen on a first-come\, first-served basis. Thank you in advance for your patience.\n\n\n\nGuardians must be Contra Costa County resident (proof required) and at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nPlease bring prior vaccine records if available.\n\n\n\nPets will receive a brief health check to ensure they are well enough for vaccination.\n\nPlease note: This is not a full wellness or diagnostic exam.\n\n\n\n\n\nAll pets must be at least 6 weeks old.\n\n\n\nDogs must be on a leash or in a carrier.\n\n\n\nCats must be in secure carriers.\n\n\n\nFeral cats or community cats will not be served.\n\n\n\nClinic services held outside\, rain or shine.\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about these events\, please contact our Community Solutions team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Vaccination Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Free Monthly Vaccination Clinics \n\n\n\n\nHosts free pet vaccination clinics in various locations in Contra Costa County.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound Wellness Clinic for Veterans’ Pets \n\n\n\n\nWe host free pet wellness clinics for military Veterans in Walnut Creek\, CA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheap Shots Pet Vaccine Clinic \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet health clinics in Fremont\, CA\, Oakland\, CA\, and San Leandro\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContra Costa Animal Services Vaccination Clinic \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet vaccinations in Martinez\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEast Bay SPCA Vaccine Clinic \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet health care in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFurry Friends Pet Relief \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet health care in Contra Costa County.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHuman Animal Support Services by American Pets Alive \n\n\n\n\nCurates free or low-cost pet services in a searchable database.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPALS East Bay \n\n\n\n\nHosts free pet vaccination clinics in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaw Fund Free Vaccine Clinic \n\n\n\n\nHosts free pet vaccination clinics in Berkeley\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPets In Need \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet vaccination clinics in Palo Alto\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Pet Advocate \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet vaccinations in Tracy\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\npetVet/petfood • (510) 652-9822 / (510) 215-5101 \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet vaccination clinics in Oakland\, CA and El Cerrito\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVetco Vaccination Clinic \n\n\n\n\nPartners with low-cost pet health clinics nationwide.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVets in Vans \n\n\n\n\nProvides comprehensive clinic services to communities in the Bay Area via a mobile clinic vehicle.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP Pet Care Community Clinics \n\n\n\n\nPartners with low-cost pet health clinics nationwide.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWell Pet Vet Clinic \n\n\n\n\nOffers low-cost pet vaccination services in Pittsburg\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYolanoVet Low-Cost Dog & Cat Shots \n\n\n\n\nHosts low-cost pet vaccination clinics in the Sacramento area and the Central Valley. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/comsol-clinic-0626/ LOCATION:Location TBD CATEGORIES:Community Solutions,Veterinary Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Event-Lockup-Vax-Clinic-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T180950 CREATED:20260124T005549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T185416Z UID:10001618-1781337600-1781348400@youth.arflife.org SUMMARY:Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) DESCRIPTION:Through our FoodShare pantry\, Joybound supplies pet food to qualifying pet guardians in Contra Costa County. Thanks to Purina and individual donors\, FoodShare helps keep pets fed and with their families where they belong.  \n\n\n\nPet food is distributed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, with availability depending on supplies. If you have any questions about Joybound’s FoodShare pantry events\, please contact our Community Solutions team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nServices begin at 8 AM and are provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. Space fills up quickly\, so we advise clients to arrive early. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n\nFoodShare pickups are done first-come\, first-served.\n\n\n\nParticipants must be Contra Costa County residents.\n\n\n\nParticipants must be at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nSpecial pet food requests and prescription food cannot be provided.\n\n\n\nWet/canned food cannot be guaranteed\, but can be offered based on availability.\n\n\n\nJoybound People & Pets reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFoodShare Sponsor\n\n\n\nThank you to our FoodShare sponsor\, Purina\, who donates thousands of pounds of pet food every year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Community Solutions Events\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry in Antioch \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry at Monument Crisis Center’s Community Resource Fair \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 17 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n Pet Loss Support Meeting \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n 8:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Jun \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n Free Pet Food Pantry (Location TBD) \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Pet Food Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoybound FoodShare Pantry \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to pet guardians at monthly FoodShare pantry events.\n\n\n\nServices for Contra Costa County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocations vary.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAniMeals by Contra Costa Humane Society • (925) 279-2247 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to pet guardians at AniMeals events.\n\n\n\nServices for Contra Costa County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocations vary.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAntioch Animal Services • (925) 779-6989 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Antioch\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBerkeley Humane Pet Food Pantry • (510) 845-7735 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Berkeley\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. by Contra Costa Health Services \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for people (including pet guardians) without housing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEast Bay SPCA Pet Food Pantry • (510) 563-4627 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nServices for Alameda County residents only.\n\n\n\nLocated in Oakland\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Belly Bus San Francisco \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in San Francisco\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFurry Friends Free Food Pantry • (925) 481-2294 \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Antioch\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHouse Rabbit Society Food Pantry \n\n\n\n\nProvides free rabbit food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Richmond\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonument Crisis Center • (925) 825-7751 \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for at-risk and low income people.\n\n\n\nLocated in Concord\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOhlone Humane Society Pet Meals-on-Wheels \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Fremont\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPets Lifeline \n\n\n\n\nProvides free pet food to qualified pet guardians.\n\n\n\nLocated in Sonoma\, CA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVeterinary Street Outreach San Francisco \n\n\n\n\nProvides a variety of resources for pet guardians without housing.\n\n\n\nLocated in San Francisco\, CA. URL:https://youth.arflife.org/event/foodshare-0626/ LOCATION:Location TBD CATEGORIES:Community Solutions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youth.arflife.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Event-Lockup-Foodshare-400x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR