How to Find the Best Deals at Bay Area Thrift Stores (via KQED)

Treasure hunting just got even more fun. KQED recently included Joybound’s Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center in a roundup of must-visit East Bay thrift shops, highlighting the unique experience of shopping for hidden gems while spending time with …

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Adoption Recap – Week of May 18

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 …

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FoodShare Pantry Recap – May 14

Free Pet Food Pantry in Concord, CA Thank you to everyone who supported Joybound’s FoodShare free pet food distribution at our Monument Crisis Center on Thursday, May 14. These community events are an integral part of our mission to keep …

Stolen Rescue Pet Food Recovered From Contra Costa County Organization (via Patch)

Our community is in good hands! Joybound’s FoodShare pantry got a helpful assist from local law enforcement after thousands of dollars of stolen pet food was successfully recovered by the Walnut Creek Police Department. The Patch highlighted how this recovery …

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Adoption Recap – Week of May 11

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 …

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Vaccine Clinic & FoodShare Pantry Recap – May 9

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 Antioch, CA. These monthly events are an integral part of our mission to keep …

Thrift Store Expands to Feature Interactive Cat Adoption Space (via Pet Age)

Big things have been happening at Joybound’s Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center this year! Pet Age recently highlighted this year’s expansion of our new cat adoption space, creating even more opportunities for visitors to connect with adoptable cats …

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Adoption Recap – Week of May 4

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 …

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When Partnership Saves a Life

Goldie’s Story Sometimes, lifesaving moments happen with little warning. Goldie, a beautiful Mastiff mix, arrived at Joybound on February 26, 2026, from a partner shelter in Tehama County. Her gentle demeanor and aptitude for service work had her designated for Joybound’s Shelter to Service program, offering her a future …

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Adoption Recap – Week of April 27

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 …

Two women smiling while holding small dogs. One woman has a Chihuahua in a gray bag, and the other holds a small dog in a harness. They stand in front of a table with bags and a vendor tent in a community outdoor setting.

Community Care Day Recap – April 23

Resources for People & Pets Experiencing Housing Instability Thank you to everyone who supported our Community Care Day event at Trinity Center in Walnut Creek, CA — free resource fair for adults experiencing housing instability in Contra Costa County. Through …

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Adoption Recap – Week of April 20

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 …

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