How to Call and Report a Dog Bite Attack in San Diego County
Montevideo Law Group – San Diego County Animal Control Services Coverage
If you’ve been injured in a dog bite attack, one of the first things you need to do is report it to the proper authorities. It may not be clear just who those proper authorities are for everyone, and it largely depends on where the dog bite attack occurred.
Communities in San Diego County
Below you’ll see a list of communities in San Diego County. Click on the one where the incident took place to find out whom to contact.
Camp Pendleton Animal Shelter
Serving Camp: Pendleton
Contact Information:
- Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055
- (760) 725-8120
- https://www.pendleton.marines.mil/Services/Animal-Shelter/
Hours:
- Monday -Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
San Diego Humane Society – Oceanside Location
Serving the following communities:
- Cardiff
- Carlsbad
- Del Mar
- South Del Mar
- Encinitas
- Oceanside
- Solana Beach
- Vista
Contact Information:
- 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA 92058
- (619) 299-7012 (Ext. 2854)
- https://www.sdhumane.org/
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
County of San Diego Department of Animal Services – Carlsbad Location
Serving the following communities:
- Aguanga
- Bonsall
- Borrego Springs
- Fallbrook
- Julian
- Pala
- Palomar Mountain
- Pauma Valley
- Ramona
- Ranchita
- Rancho Santa Fe
- San Onofre
- Santa Ysabel
- Valley Center
- Warner Springs
Contact Information:
- 2481 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011
- (619) 767-2675
- https://www.sddac.com/content/sdc/das/shelter-locations.html
Hours:
- Tuesday – Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
San Diego Humane Society – Escondido Location
Serving the following communities:
- Escondido
- Poway
- San Marcos
- Vista
- Rancho Bernardo
- Rancho Penasquitos
Contact Information:
- 3500 Burnet Drive, Escondido, CA 92024
- (619) 299-7012
- https://www.sdhumane.org/
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
San Diego Humane Society – San Diego Location
Serving the following communities:
- 32nd St. Naval Station
- Balboa Naval Hospital
- Clairemont
- College
- Del Cerro
- Downtown San Diego
- East San Diego
- Encanto
- Golden Hill
- Hillcrest
- Imperial Beach
- La Jolla
- Linda Vista
- Logan Heights
- Mira Mesa
- Miramar Air Station
- Mission Valley
- Nestor
- Normal Heights
- North Park
- Ocean Beach
- Old Town
- Pacific Beach
- Paradise Hills
- Point Loma
- San Carlos
- San Ysidro
- Santee
- Scripps Ranch
- Serra Mesa
- Sorrento Valley
- Tierrasanta
- University City
Contact Information:
- 5500 Gaines Street, San Diego, CA 92110
- (619) 299-7012
- https://www.sdhumane.org/
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
La Mesa Animal Control
Serving: La Mesa
Contact Information:
- 8085 University Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
- (619) 667-7536
- http://www.cityoflamesa.com/339/Animal-Control
Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- After hours: Contact La Mesa Police Department (619) 667-1400
El Cajon Animal Control
Serving: El Cajon
Contact Information:
- 1373 N. Marshall Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
- (619) 441-1580
- https://www.cityofelcajon.us/your-government/animal-control
Hours:
- Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Coronado Animal Services
Serving the following communities:
- Coronado
- North Island
Contact Information:
- 1395 First Street, Coronado, CA 92118
- (619) 522-7350
- https://www.coronado.ca.us/government/departments_divisions/city_manager/animal_care_facility
Hours:
- Sunday – Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
County of San Diego Department of Animal Services – Bonita Location
Serving the following communities:
- Alpine
- Bonita
- Boulevard
- Campo
- Descanso
- Dulzura
- Guatay
- Jacumba
- Jamul
- Lakeside
- Mount Laguna
- Pine Valley
- Portero
- Spring Valley
- Tecate
Contact Information:
- 5821 Sweetwater Road, Bonita, CA 91902
- (619) 767-2675
- https://www.sddac.com/content/sdc/das/shelter-locations.html
Hours:
- Tuesday – Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Chula Vista Animal Care Facility
Serving the following communities:
- Chula Vista
- Lemon Grove
Contact Information:
- 130 Beyer Way, Chula Vista, CA 91911
- (619) 691-5123
- https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/animal-care
Hours:
- Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
National City Animal Control
Serving: National City
Contact Information:
- 1200 National City Boulevard, National City, CA 91950
- (619) 336-4478
- http://www.nationalcityca.gov/government/policedivisions/patrol/animal-control
Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
General Considerations
In general, if you’ve been bitten by a dog and injured, you need to report it immediately. You should also seek medical attention even if you do not think you are seriously injured. For after-hours incidents, you can call the county emergency line at (619) 236-2341. For serious injuries and emergencies, call 911 to alert first responders to your situation. You can always reach out to one of our San Diego Dog Bite Lawyers for assistance.
