We are committed to providing excellent service to our community, especially our animal friends. Your opinions, comments and suggestions are always welcome.
Write us at:
Escondido Humane Society
3450 East Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA 92027
Find a Service or Program
The Escondido Humane Society has a centralized phone system. If you wish to reach a specific department or person, please call (760) 888-2275 and follow the prompts or e-mail us below. We look forward to hearing from you!
Adoptions
Carli Lutgendorf, Guest Relations Manager
[email protected]
Adoptions Lobby: (760) 888-2247, (760) 888-2244 or (760) 888-2245
Animal Care/Kitten & Puppy Foster Care
Staci Fitzgerald, Animal Care Manager
[email protected]
Animal Control
[email protected]
Non-Urgent Animal Control Inquiries
[email protected]
* Please note: If you have an urgent matter, such as injured or loose animal or neglect/abuse issues, call us at (760) 888-2275, Option 1. An on-call officer may be reached for emergencies only 24/7. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911.
Behavior Services
Bob Stout
[email protected]
Development/Events & Fundraising
Jean Russo, Director of Development, North County
(760) 888-2240
[email protected]
Cindy Swayze, Development Coordinator
(760) 888-2235
[email protected]
VP of Strategic Initiatives
Sally Costello
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Education
Ina Shookoff, Outreach Educator
(760) 888-2261
[email protected]
Adult Dog Foster Care
(760) 888-2247
[email protected]
Licensing
[email protected]
Shelter Operations
Kathy Warner, Director of Operations, Escondido Campus
[email protected]
Website
Katie Woolsey, Community Engagement Supervisor
(760) 888-2242
[email protected]
Veterinary Services
Robert Wishner, Staff Veterinarian
[email protected]
Volunteer Services
Lori Piccirillo, Volunteer Coordinator, Escondido Campus
(760) 888-2270
[email protected]







