Pet Orphans of Southern California
Van Nuys, CA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Shelter Rescue
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Unknown
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Pet Orphans of Southern California (POSC) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to the advancement of companion animal welfare and to combating overpopulation, abandonment, and the need for euthanasia. We have been rescuing, rehabilitating, and placing animals in loving 'forever homes' for over 40 years. POSC provides broad community support through our Humane Education program and our diverse client services (medical/financial, spay/neuter, training assistance, and counseling) to encourage responsible pet guardianship
Promoting Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Responsible Pet Ownership since 1973. Pet Orphans of Southern California (POSC) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to the advancement of companion animal welfare and to combating overpopulation, abandonment, and the need for euthanasia. We have been rescuing, rehabilitating, and placing animals in loving 'forever homes' for over 40 years
Mission — Promoting Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Responsible Pet Ownership since 1973
Team at a glance
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Vet Clinic: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 8-12 am Surgeries 1-4 pm Exams; Adoptions: Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat. Walk-in and By Appointment Visits 12-3:30 pm; Grooming: Thurs., Fri., Sat. By Appointment Only; Every Thursday: Exam/Wellness Day and Dental Consultations from 9am To 4pm
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What services does Pet Orphans of Southern California offer?+
Pet Orphans of Southern California offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry.
When was Pet Orphans of Southern California established?+
Pet Orphans of Southern California has served the Van Nuys, CA community since 1973.
What reviewers say
Pet Orphans of Southern California is a dedicated rescue and veterinary clinic offering reduced-cost services, including spay and neuter procedures and routine care. The facility is recognized for its compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team and staff members who handle animals with exceptional gentleness and care. Services are widely valued for being affordable compared to private practices, and the premises are generally maintained in a clean condition. While many families experience smooth scheduling and clear communication, scheduling delays, communication gaps, and extended wait times can occasionally occur.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.