About

San Bernardino County Animal Care is an animal welfare agency that operates the Big Bear and Devore Animal Shelters to provide programs and services to all unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County, and the cities of Big Bear Lake, Highland, and Yucaipa. If you live outside of our service areas, please check our list of other animal care agencies that provide service in the County.

Please check if you are living in our area of service:

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Free Pet Adoptions

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has allocated $30,000 to cover pet adoption fees starting December 16, 2025, while funds last. This funding helps remove financial barriers to adoption, giving more pets the chance to find loving homes and easing the strain on local shelters. Open your heart and your home to a furry companion today!

When you adopt a qualifying pet from Big Bear or Devore Animal Shelters, each qualifying adoption includes spaying or neutering, a microchip, and age-appropriate vaccinations. Additionally, all felines and canines are microchipped free of charge, thanks to the generous donations to the Animals aRe First Fund (ARFF). Our meet-and-greet areas provide the opportunity to interact with our pets and find the perfect match for you and your family.

Present, past, and future adopters from San Bernardino County Animal Shelters qualify for MetLife pet insurance—learn more at Animals aRe First Fund (ARFF).

* Adoption fees are waived for Veterans and for Seniors over the age of 65 for qualifying pets. If you are a Veteran, please bring a valid driver’s license or any type of identification with the word “VETERAN” printed on it.

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All Upcoming Events

Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Happy Holidays from Animal Care
Wed, Dec 24 – All Day Event
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Happy Holidays from Animal Care
Thu, Dec 25 – All Day Event
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Happy Holidays from Animal Care
Wed, Dec 31 – All Day Event
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Happy Holidays from Animal Care
Thu, Jan 1 – All Day Event
Closed: The Devore and Big Bear Animal Shelters
Telling Tails Reading Program
A boy sits next to a cat, reading a book out loud. Above the cat, a thought bubble shows it imagining enjoying a bowl of food. On the other side, a girl reads aloud beside a dog, whose thought bubble shows it dressed as a superhero. An open book in the center divides the two scenes.
Wed, Jan 7 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Telling Tails Reading Program
Telling Tails Reading Program
A boy sits next to a cat, reading a book out loud. Above the cat, a thought bubble shows it imagining enjoying a bowl of food. On the other side, a girl reads aloud beside a dog, whose thought bubble shows it dressed as a superhero. An open book in the center divides the two scenes.
Wed, Jan 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Telling Tails Reading Program
Telling Tails Reading Program
A boy sits next to a cat, reading a book out loud. Above the cat, a thought bubble shows it imagining enjoying a bowl of food. On the other side, a girl reads aloud beside a dog, whose thought bubble shows it dressed as a superhero. An open book in the center divides the two scenes.
Wed, Jan 21 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Telling Tails Reading Program
Telling Tails Reading Program
A boy sits next to a cat, reading a book out loud. Above the cat, a thought bubble shows it imagining enjoying a bowl of food. On the other side, a girl reads aloud beside a dog, whose thought bubble shows it dressed as a superhero. An open book in the center divides the two scenes.
Wed, Jan 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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