The Irvine Animal Care Center is home to several innovative programs.  These programs are funded largely by donations and would not be possible without your help.


THIRD CHANCE FOR PETS 
The Third Chance program transfers animals from overcrowded Southern California shelters where they may have limited chances for adoption, and brings them to the Shelter for a chance at finding their forever home.  Since these animals come from outside of Irvine, their care is funded entirely through donations.  Why the name Third Chance?  Their first home was their first chance, the shelter they were brought to was their second chance, and the IACC is their Third Chance.  Over the years the program has expanded to include rescuing animals from hoarders and disaster situations.  Since inception 10 years ago, the IACC has accepted more than 5,000 animals into the Third Chance for Pets program.
 





EXTENDED CARE 
Animals awaiting their forever home for more than 45 days are part of the IACC's Extended Care Program.  The City provides basic care for Irvine animals for 45 days.  After 45 days, it costs the Shelter $6.50 per animal per day to care for these animals.  Most animals are adopted in less than 45 days, but there are some that take a bit longer to find that special new family.  As with all adoptable animals, they will remain at the Shelter until they find a home.
  







SENIORS HELPING SENIORS
If you are age 62 or older you may be eligible to adopt a senior animal for free.  Since these animals are often already housebroken and way beyond the puppy and kitten years of chewing, jumping the fence and climbing the curtains, they make great companions for senior citizens.  Look for a green "SENIOR" stamp on a kennel card to help you quickly identify a senior animal.

ENHANCED CARE
The Irvine Animal Care Center occasionally receives animals that have been injured, neglected or need additional medical treatment. The Enhanced Care program funds the treatment these animals need to become healthy and adoptable.