San Diego Humane Society - Community Pet Pantry
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- What it is
- Pet food and supplies
- Where
- San Diego, El Cajon, Escondido and Oceanside campuses
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 3, 2026
Pick up dog or cat food and other supplies at San Diego Humane Society campuses.
How to reach them
Where: 5480 Gaines St., San Diego, CA 92110
Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday (check the website for the distribution schedule)
Good to know
- Who can use it: Open to the public.
- How to get started: Visit a campus during pantry hours. No appointment needed.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
Before you go
Call or check their page for current prices, appointment availability, any income or residency rules, and which animals they see. Ask what to bring.
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