Thrifting For All Creatures Furry And Cute: Contra Costa Thrift Crawl Opens With Prizes, Cats (via Patch)
Looking for a fun way to thrift for a cause? Patch recently spotlighted Joybound’s Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center as part of the East Bay Thrift Crawl, where shoppers can hunt for unique treasures, meet adoptable cats, and …
Camp Joybound – Week of July 27
Summer Break Camp We’re thrilled to have completed our sixth Camp Joybound session of Summer 2026! These three days of fun included interactive experiences with departments and programs spanning across our Walnut Creek headquarters. Campers were able to meet with …
Tail-Wagging Storytime
Therapy Dogs Help Kids Fall in Love with Reading What happens when an eager child with a book meets a sweet dog who loves to listen? Something special unfolds, turning a simple reading moment into a confidence-building experience full of …
Pet Adoptions – Week of July 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 …
Camp Joybound – Week of July 20
Summer Break Camp We’re thrilled to have completed our fifth 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 with Joybound’s …
FoodShare Pantry – July 19
Free Pet Food Pantry in Walnut Creek, CA Thank you to everyone who supported Joybound’s free pet food distribution at Contra Costa Animal Service’s vaccine + microchip clinic on Sunday, July 19. These community events are an integral part of …
The Chemistry of Connection: How Enrichment Activities Deepen Your Bond with Your Dog (via Bay Woof)
A stronger bond with your dog starts with shared experiences. Bay Woof recently featured Joybound’s expertise on the power of enrichment activities, exploring how games, puzzles, training, and other engaging experiences can strengthen the connection between people and their pets, …
Pet Adoptions – Week of July 13
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 – July 11
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 …
Pet Adoptions – Week of July 6
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 July 6
Summer Break Camp We’re thrilled to have completed our fourth 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 with Joybound’s …
2026 Best of the East Bay: Our Complete List of Winners (via Diablo Magazine)
We’re honored to be once again recognized in Diablo Magazine’s 2026 Best of the East Bay readers’ poll as the East Bay’s Best Animal Rescue! Each year, thousands of East Bay residents cast their votes to celebrate their favorite local …
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