A Lifeline for Jupiter
How Access to Care Kept a Family Together “I don’t think you need to be rich to be able to have a pet. As long as you love them and care for them, that’s what matters.” When Marselena noticed something …
Joybound People & Pets Introduces New Board Members Ahead of California Expansion (via Pet Age)
Big things are ahead at Joybound People & Pets! Pet Age recently highlighted the appointment of three new members to Joybound’s Board of Directors, bringing expertise in community engagement, finance, and strategic growth as the organization prepares to expand services …
Joybound Around Town in Danville – August 13
Joybound Takes Over Downtown Danville On August 13, Joybound People & Pets brought a little extra tail-wagging fun to downtown Danville with our first-ever Joybound Around Town in Danville event! Designed as a smaller-scale companion event to the upcoming Joybound …
Pet Adoptions – Week of August 10
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 …
Downtown Danville Is Going To The Dogs For A Good Cause (via Patch)
Danville is officially Joybound territory! The Patch recently highlighted Joybound Around Town in Danville, a community event bringing local businesses and animal lovers together for a good cause, with proceeds benefiting Joybound People & Pets. Take a look below to …
Joybound People & Pets Announces Three New Board Members to Support Continued Growth and Impact
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Over the past three years, Joybound’s beneficial community impacts have grown to over 441,000 Walnut Creek, CA – August 12, 2026 — Joybound People & Pets, a leading Bay Area non-profit dedicated to strengthening the human-animal bond, …
Congressman DeSaulnier Town Hall – August 3
Shaping the Future of Animal Wellness The entire Joybound team would like to thank Congressman Mark DeSaulnier for choosing Joybound People & Pets as the location for his August 2026 community town hall focused on animal welfare. Congressman DeSaulnier and …
Vaccine Clinic & FoodShare Pantry – August 8
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 …
Pet Adoptions – Week of August 3
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 …
Camp Joybound – Week of August 3
Summer Break Camp We’re thrilled to have completed our seventh (and final) Camp Joybound session of Summer 2026! This week of fun included interactive experiences with departments and programs spanning across our Walnut Creek headquarters. Campers were able to meet …
Spotlight on Syreeta & Murphy
How a Psychiatric Service Dog Restored Syreeta’s World “Life would be very small, very reclusive, if it wasn’t for [Murphy]. I wouldn’t do much of anything. He’s what I needed to make a change.” After retiring from the transportation industry …
From Graphic Design to Grooming
How Teddy Found Purpose Through Pets “Working with dogs all the time is very rewarding. Especially when you have a dog that’s not doing well, and you’re able to calm them down and get them through the process.” When Teddy …
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