On Sunday, July 26, 2026, the Los Angeles Mission will once again demonstrate that caring for people often means caring for the animals they love. From 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Mission’s parking lot at 316 Winston Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013, will transform into a one-stop wellness center for pets belonging to unhoused and low-income individuals, providing essential veterinary care, supplies, education, and support completely free of charge.
The annual Pet Wellness Day recognizes a simple but often overlooked reality: for many people experiencing homelessness, a pet is far more than a companion. It is family, emotional support, protection, and unconditional love. Yet routine veterinary care, vaccinations, flea treatment, food, and basic pet supplies are often financially out of reach.
By bringing together leading animal welfare organizations, veterinary professionals, volunteers, and community partners, the Los Angeles Mission is helping ensure that these beloved companions receive the care they deserve while giving their owners access to valuable resources that can make an immediate difference.
A Community Effort to Care for Pets
Several respected organizations will be on-site providing a wide range of free services throughout the morning.
spcaLA will administer free Bordetella, Rabies, and DHPP vaccines for dogs, along with FVRCP-Rabies combination vaccines for cats. The organization will also provide topical flea treatment for both dogs and cats, helping prevent common health issues that can quickly become serious without treatment.
Downtown Dog Rescue will operate its mobile veterinary clinic, offering medical consultations and wellness evaluations for pets in need of professional care.
Caravita Foundation and WUFAW will provide education about the importance of spaying and neutering, while also offering voucher assistance to help make those procedures more accessible.
Best Friends Animal Society will distribute pet food and essential supplies, helping owners continue caring for their animals long after the event concludes.
For individuals entering recovery programs, Dogs Matter will offer fostering resources designed to ensure pets have a safe place to stay while their owners focus on treatment and rebuilding their lives.
A Cause That Continues to Attract Celebrity Support
This year’s event will also feature an impressive group of entertainers, athletes, and public figures lending their support to the Mission’s efforts.
Scheduled guests include:
- Dixie D’Amelio, singer and star of The D’Amelio Show
- Asia Monét Ray, singer, dancer and actor known for Dance Moms and Raising Asia
- Jennifer Michele de Winter, actor known for Joey and Ella, 9-1-1 and Love XO
- Shaka Strong, actor, attorney, fitness model and vegan athlete
- Victoria Robinson, Maxim Australia cover model and social media personality
- Saint Heart, singer and actor seen in American Gigolo and Daisy Jones & The Six
- Priya Jain, actor appearing in Vital Signs, Not Without Hope and Your Friends and Neighbors
- Deidre Hall, beloved television icon known worldwide as Dr. Marlena Evans on Days of Our Lives
- Ellory Grace, actor, musician, international model and emerging pop artist
- Becca Brazil, techno-pop artist and entrepreneur featured by Forbes and Billboard
- Charlie Townsend, actor and voice performer from T.O.T.S. and Muppet Babies
- Galilea La Salvia, actor known for Goosebumps: The Vanishing and Talia in the Kitchen
- Ryan Ray Vincent, actor seen in Blonde, Stumptown and more than 35 micro-drama series
- Clint Howard, veteran actor recognized for Gentle Ben, Apollo 13 and Star Trek
- Kate Linder, longtime fan favorite as Esther Valentine on The Young and the Restless
- Ayla Rae Neal, actor, singer and model known for L.O.L. Surprise! and All American
- Rowan Drake, singer-songwriter behind Elephant In The Room, 2 People and Hollow
- EdenSky Sicam, teen model and performer with international fashion week appearances
- Mark Espinoza, actor known for Beverly Hills, 90210 and The Endgame
- Pete Demers, former Los Angeles Kings athletic trainer who spent 37 years with the organization
Their participation helps shine a spotlight on an issue that often receives little public attention while encouraging greater awareness of the challenges faced by unhoused pet owners.
More Than Veterinary Care
One of the biggest challenges facing individuals experiencing homelessness is that many shelters do not permit pets. As a result, countless people are forced to make an impossible decision: accept shelter without the animal they love or remain on the streets together.
Pet Wellness Day helps ease that burden by providing free medical care, food, supplies, educational resources, and connections to organizations that can continue offering assistance long after the event ends.
Beyond vaccinations and wellness services, the event is about preserving the unique bond between people and the animals who provide them with companionship during life’s most difficult moments. It is an opportunity to deliver practical help while treating both pets and their owners with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Event Details
What: Los Angeles Mission Free Pet Wellness Day
When: Sunday, July 26, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Los Angeles Mission Parking Lot
316 Winston Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
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