Animal Samaritans

Animal Samaritans "Improving the Lives of Animals and People"

Animal Samaritans was founded in 1978, and is a leading 501(c)(3) no-kill animal shelter, full-service veterinary clinic, and comprehensive outreach animal welfare organization committed to “Improving the Lives of Animals and People.”

Animal Samaritans relies on foundation grants and the generosity of individual and corporate donors to protect and save abused and abandoned animals; educate stu

dents and the public about the importance of humane treatment of animals through our Humane Education Program; provide Animal Assisted Therapy to patients in hospitals, residents in assisted living facilities and nursing homes, as well as the disabled; offer financial assistance programs for pet owners on a limited income, discounts to our active and retired military, and low-cost high-quality veterinary care for all pet owners.

For the entire month of May, your donation to  helps provide critical veterinary care, full bellies, and loving homes fo...
05/22/2026

For the entire month of May, your donation to helps provide critical veterinary care, full bellies, and loving homes for rescue animals in the Coachella Valley. Every single dollar makes an incredible difference for an animal in need.
Want some extra style for your pup? 🐶
When you donate $5 or more, you’ll receive a special, limited-edition pet bandana! (While supplies last).
👉 How to give:
Drop by the Corazo Credit Union La Quinta branch to donate in person.
Call or chat with the Corazo Contact Center to easily transfer a donation straight from your account.
Let’s change some lives together this month!

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Please note our upcoming holiday closures for Memorial Day. Veterinary Clinics: Closed Monday, May 25 No-Kill Shelter: C...
05/22/2026

Please note our upcoming holiday closures for Memorial Day.
Veterinary Clinics: Closed Monday, May 25
No-Kill Shelter: Closed Monday, May 25 & Tuesday, May 26
We appreciate your understanding and wish everyone a safe holiday weekend.

Moon has officially left the building and entered his forever home. Seeing matches like this reminds us exactly why we d...
05/22/2026

Moon has officially left the building and entered his forever home. Seeing matches like this reminds us exactly why we do what we do every day. Congratulations to Moon and his new family on a beautiful life together.

Your new best friend is waiting to meet you! We are so excited to host another Adoption Event this month. Come say hi, m...
05/21/2026

Your new best friend is waiting to meet you!
We are so excited to host another Adoption Event this month. Come say hi, meet some of our lovable, adoptable residents, and maybe even find that perfect addition to your family. Every pet deserves a warm, loving home—could yours be the one?
🗓 When: May 30th, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where: Petco, 72453 Hwy 111, Palm Desert
We can’t wait to see you there!

We are thrilled to announce that Momo has officially found a forever family. There is no better feeling than seeing one ...
05/21/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Momo has officially found a forever family. There is no better feeling than seeing one of our rescues head home to start their new life. Thank you to everyone who supports our mission and makes these happy endings possible.

Huge paws up to the amazing students and staff at North Shore Elementary School! We are incredibly touched by the genero...
05/21/2026

Huge paws up to the amazing students and staff at North Shore Elementary School!
We are incredibly touched by the generosity shown by the North Shore community. A special thank you to Principal Elisa Gentry and Coordinator Sara Cervantes for championing this effort, and a massive shout-out to 3rd grader Lesly Zacarias for this heartwarming drawing!
Support like this helps us continue our mission of providing care and forever homes to the animals who need it most. Thank you for making a difference!

Congratulations are in order! 🎉 We are thrilled to honor Kristie Mangan as one of our Volunteers of the Year.Alongside h...
05/20/2026

Congratulations are in order! 🎉 We are thrilled to honor Kristie Mangan as one of our Volunteers of the Year.
Alongside her incredible ACT dog, Odin, Kristie brings boundless compassion and heart to everything she does. From her weekly shifts at the shelter to representing us at events and jumping in to support the ACT program whenever needed, her dedication is truly inspiring.
Kristie, thank you for your unwavering commitment to improving the lives of both animals and people here in the Coachella Valley. We are so lucky to have you! 🐾❤️

Mark your calendars to find your new best friend. We are partnering with Petco in Palm Desert for an upcoming adoption e...
05/20/2026

Mark your calendars to find your new best friend. We are partnering with Petco in Palm Desert for an upcoming adoption event, and our sweet shelter dogs cannot wait to meet you. Every rescue animal deserves a chance to be part of a loving family, and your perfect match could be waiting.

Join us on Saturday, May 30th from 11 AM to 1 PM at 72453 Hwy 111.

Come out, meet some incredible dogs, and open your heart to a lifetime of loyalty and love.

Dreams really do come true, and sometimes they happen twice in one month. We are thrilled to share that sweet little Bla...
05/20/2026

Dreams really do come true, and sometimes they happen twice in one month. We are thrilled to share that sweet little Blarney has officially been adopted. This wonderful family loved their first adoption experience so much that they decided to come back and open their hearts to a second kitten this May.
There is nothing quite like watching our shelter residents find their forever homes and seeing families grow. Thank you for choosing to adopt and for giving Blarney the perfect place to grow up alongside his new sibling.

Nothing warms the heart or calms the nerves quite like a visit from a therapy dog. Jasper and Leslie stopped by CV High ...
05/19/2026

Nothing warms the heart or calms the nerves quite like a visit from a therapy dog. Jasper and Leslie stopped by CV High School’s Health Academy class and blood drive today, offering some extra comfort, steady support, and plenty of tail wags for the students stepping up to give back.
We are incredibly proud of our therapy teams for bringing smiles, reassurance, and a little extra love to our community's future healthcare leaders. Thank you to everyone at CV High School who welcomed us and supported the drive today.

Meet Bastet, who officially decided today that she didn't just get adopted—she hired full-time staff.We love seeing our ...
05/18/2026

Meet Bastet, who officially decided today that she didn't just get adopted—she hired full-time staff.
We love seeing our residents find their perfect matches. Congratulations to Bastet and her new family on this beautiful beginning. Thank you for choosing to adopt and supporting our mission here at Animal Samaritans. Animals

Address

72120 Pet Land Place
Thousand Palms, CA
92276

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Friday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+17603433477

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