OC Animal Care in Tustin is currently home to several pets eagerly awaiting their forever families. Among them are Pipera gentle giant with a big heart; Rabbita playful husky mix; Jelly Beana sweet pit bull; and two charming cats, Selma and Shannon. Each of these animals has a unique story and is ready to find a loving home.

Whether you’re looking for a loyal canine companion or a cuddly feline friend, OC Animal Care has a variety of pets to suit different lifestyles and preferences. The shelter is currently offering special adoption promotions, making it the perfect time to welcome a new pet into your life.

Canine Companions Awaiting Adoption

OC Animal Care is home to several dogs, each with their own unique personalities and backgrounds. Among them are Piper, Rabbit, and Jelly Bean, all of whom are eagerly awaiting their forever homes.

Piper: A Gentle Giant with a Big Heart

Pipera 3-year-old German shepherd mix, has been at OC Animal Care for three weeks after coming in as a stray. Staff notations describe her as a strong pet with a big heart, although she has had a challenging time adjusting to life at the shelter. Piper does best with slow instructions and takes a little time to warm up to new people, but she is steadily improving.

Piper is currently available for adoption and is part of the shelter’s June adoption promotion, which waives adoption fees for dogs weighing 25 pounds and above. To learn more about Piper, you can view a video of her here. Her details are as follows:

  • Pet ID: A1963390
  • Sex: Female (spayed)
  • Age: 3 years
  • Weight: 81 pounds
  • Color: Sable, black
  • Breed: German shepherd mix
  • Intake Date: 5/29/2026
  • Intake Jurisdiction: Tustin
  • Kennel: #525

Rabbit: A Playful Husky Mix

Rabbita 10-month-old Siberian husky mix, has been at the shelter for about two weeks after being returned by a previous adopter. Staff notations describe him as a friendly and playful puppy who loves chasing after toys and eating treats. Rabbit is still practicing being gentle and would benefit from a routine and some training.

Rabbit is currently available for adoption and is part of the shelter’s June adoption promotion, which waives adoption fees for dogs weighing 25 pounds and above. To learn more about Rabbit, you can view a video of him here. His details are as follows:

  • Pet ID: A1959604
  • Sex: Male (neutered)
  • Age: 10 months
  • Weight: 45 pounds
  • Color: Black, tan
  • Breed: Siberian husky mix
  • Intake Date: 6/6/2026
  • Intake Jurisdiction: Out of jurisdiction
  • Kennel: #210

Jelly Bean: A Sweet Pit Bull

Jelly Beana 6-year-old pit bull, has been at OC Animal Care for about a week after coming in as a stray. Staff do not have many details to offer about Jelly Bean’s personality, but she is currently available for adoption and is part of the shelter’s June adoption promotion, which waives adoption fees for dogs weighing 25 pounds and above.

Jelly Bean’s details are as follows:

  • Pet ID: A1965594
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 6 years
  • Weight: 65 pounds
  • Color: Gray, white
  • Breed: Pit bull
  • Intake Date: 6/14/2026
  • Intake Jurisdiction: Tustin
  • Kennel: #304

Feline Friends Seeking Homes

In addition to the dogs, OC Animal Care is also home to several cats looking for loving families. Among them are Selma and Shannon, both of whom have their own unique stories and personalities.

Selma: A Brown Tabby with a Rich History

Selmaa 3-year-old domestic shorthair cat, has been at the shelter for about three months after being confiscated from a previous owner. She is currently available for adoption and eligible for the shelter’s June cat and kitten adoption promotion, which reduces cat adoption fees to $100.

Selma’s details are as follows:

  • Pet ID: A1914820
  • Sex: Female (spayed)
  • Age: 3 years
  • Weight: 8.5 pounds
  • Color: Brown tabby
  • Breed: Domestic shorthair
  • Intake Date: 4/17/2026
  • Intake Jurisdiction: Huntington Beach
  • Kennel: #C609

Shannon: A Stray in Search of a Home

Shannona 2-year-old domestic shorthair cat, has been at OC Animal Care for about a month and a half after coming in as a stray. She is currently available for adoption and eligible for the shelter’s June cat and kitten adoption promotion, which reduces cat adoption fees to $100.

Shannon’s details are as follows:

  • Pet ID: A1959559
  • Sex: Female (spayed)
  • Age: 2 years
  • Weight: 5.3 pounds
  • Color: Black, white
  • Breed: Domestic shorthair
  • Intake Date: 5/4/2026
  • Intake Jurisdiction: Anaheim
  • Kennel: #C116

OC Animal Care, the county-run animal shelter in Tustin, is open daily for adoption visits from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. During this time, visitors can freely walk through the kennel areas to view the available animals. To schedule an adoption visit, call the main line at (714) 935-6848 and mention the animal ID number for any specific pet you might be interested in.

For more information about OC Animal Care, click here. Visit the pet adoptions page to see more available pets.

Angelina Hicks is the Voice of OC Collegiate News Service Editor. Contact her at ahicks@ or on Twitter @angelinahicks13.