The California Feline Foundation was established in 1992 to improve the welfare of companion animals throughout Central California.

In 1998, the Foundation took the next step and opened the doors of its very own low-cost spay/neuter/vaccination clinic - the first of its kind in the area. Since opening, the clinic has altered and vaccinated more than 40,000 companion animals.

Although significant strides had been made through the Foundation's efforts, so much more remained to be done to effectively impact the pet overpopulation that is prevalent in Central California. Having seen the need over the years for a major change, the Foundation took the lead by creating a regional, state-of-the-art shelter and low-cost spay/neuter/vaccination clinic for dogs and cats. Larger and more centrally located, the Valley Animal Center opened its doors to the public on December 7, 2007.