Commission Tails:
The Latest from SF Animal Control and Welfare
This month’s issue is supported in part by SF Animal Medical Center and dog lovers like you.
New Year, New Opportunities
Now that the champagne bottles have been recycled, the confetti swept up, and the holiday cheer is tucked away once again, I’m ready to welcome 2026 head on.
When the Community Speaks, City Hall Listens!
At the Animal Commission, we have much to reflect on and even more to work toward in 2026.
Near Miss! City Task Force Reverses Recommendation to Close Animal Commission
As the San Francisco Animal Commission began to wrap up its 52nd year, its members found themselves facing a serious challenge.
Pandas in Zoos: Nothing is Black and White
Zoo issues were on the Animal Commission’s agenda at our recent July meeting, which included a highly informative presentation, “Pandas in Zoos: Issues and Challenges.”
Moving On, Looking Back
Call me sentimental, but I love the line in "Closing Time" by Semisonic: Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end.