Our New Laboratory Beagles
Your Support Makes Their Future Bright Because of compassionate supporters like you, Joybound was able to step forward this week to rescue eight beagles from a research laboratory and welcome them into our care where their journey toward loving homes …
Vaccine Clinic & FoodShare Pantry Recap – February 14
Community Pet Vaccinations, Microchips, & FoodShare Pantry Thank you to everyone who supported this month’s free pet vaccine and microchip clinic and FoodShare distribution day in Richmond, CA. These monthly events are an integral part of our mission to keep …
Thrift Store Re-Opening Recap – February 11
Welcome Back Joybound was blessed to be joined by local dignitaries, city officials, community partners and passionate volunteers to celebrate the re-opening of our Joybound Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center. This exciting, new-and-improved space blends community, compassion, and …
Adoption Recap – Week of February 9
Pet Adoptions Thank you to everyone who welcomed a Joybound shelter guest into their heart and home. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more! They are also encouraged to share updates about their pet via our …
Unleash the LOVE Recap – February 7
2026 Festival, Adopt-a-thon, & Fun Run Love showed up in a big way at this year’s Unleash the LOVE: Festival & Adopt-a-thon. With a record-breaking 1,725+ attendees, 40 adoptions, and 100+ runners and walkers kicking off the day, our Walnut Creek …
Paw‑lentine Quiz
Who’s Your Paw‑lentine? Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating the bonds that warm our hearts. And at Joybound, that kind of love happens every day between people and pets. 💜 To share a little of that joy with you, we …
Adoption Recap – Week of February 2
Pet Adoptions Thank you to everyone who welcomed a Joybound shelter guest into their heart and home. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more! They are also encouraged to share updates about their pet via our …
Adoption Recap – Week of January 26
Pet Adoptions Thank you to everyone who welcomed a Joybound shelter guest into their heart and home. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more! They are also encouraged to share updates about their pet via our …
Adoption Recap – Week of January 19
Pet Adoptions Thank you to everyone who welcomed a Joybound shelter guest into their heart and home. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more! They are also encouraged to share updates about their pet via our …
Big Hearts, Wagging Tails: Joybound People & Pets’ Unleash the LOVE Festival Returns to Walnut Creek February 7
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Free community event showcases adoptable animals from around California, local vendors, and innovative animal wellness programs Walnut Creek, CA – January 14, 2026- Joybound People & Pets is bringing the community together for its annual Unleash the …
Adoption Recap – Week of January 12
Pet Adoptions Thank you to everyone who welcomed a Joybound shelter guest into their heart and home. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more! They are also encouraged to share updates about their pet via our …
Vaccine Clinic & FoodShare Pantry Recap – January 10
Community Pet Vaccinations, Microchips, & FoodShare Pantry Thank you to everyone who supported this month’s free pet vaccine and microchip clinic and FoodShare distribution day in Pittsburg, CA. These monthly events are an integral part of our mission to keep …
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