Lost Pet? Here's What Simi Valley Owners Need to Know |
Ventura County Animal Services offers 5-day hold policy and resources for reuniting families with lost pets |
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Losing a pet is every owner's nightmare. If your furry friend goes missing in Simi Valley, knowing where to turn—and acting quickly—can make all the difference.
Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) operates the Simi Valley Animal Shelter and maintains a crucial 5-day hold policy for all lost or stray animals. This gives owners a window of time to locate and reclaim their pets before they become available for adoption.
Animals that arrive wearing identification—whether a collar with tags or a microchip—are held even longer, giving owners more time to make contact.
What to do if your pet is lost:
1. Visit the shelter immediately—Don't wait. Go to the Simi Valley Animal Shelter at 670 W. Los Angeles Ave. in person to check for your pet.
2. Check online—Visit the VCAS lost and found page to view photos of recently found animals.
3. File a report—Report your pet missing with a description and photo.
4. Check neighboring shelters—Pets can travel, so check nearby facilities too.
Ventura County Animal Services — Simi Valley
Lost & Found Page:
Services include animal sheltering, pet adoptions, lost & found assistance, field services, cruelty investigations, pet licensing, and TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) surgical services.
Prevention tip: Make sure your pet always wears a collar with current ID tags and has a registered microchip. This simple step can significantly increase your chances of a quick reunion if they ever get lost.
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