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San Diego Humane Society
5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA 92110
Rescue & shelter🪢 Leash required
⭐ 4.7
2,810 reviews
The San Diego Humane Society in San Diego serves as the city's primary rescue and adoption center. Indoor facilities provide parking and restrooms for visitors. Note that it's focused on adoptions and humane services, so plan for potential wait times.
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- Park
- San Diego Humane Society
- Type
- Rescue / shelter
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Coordinates
- 32.7569, -117.1989
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Bad weather days
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.4 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:Yes
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
5.4/ 10
Decent
- · ★ 4.7 from 2,810 reviewers
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Dog policy
San Diego's primary humane society + adoption.
What this park has
- Parking
- Indoor
- Restrooms
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