SB Humane brightens up your morning with Rio!

By Michael Yu

Published October 1, 2026 3:04 am

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) Santa Barbara Humane joined your morning news with special guest Rio!

Rio is a three year old German Shepard who has experience living with other dogs.

SB Humane will also be hosting a special adoption special! From Thursday to Sunday, adoption fees will be waived for any dogs 40 lbs and up, including large breed puppies.

The adoption special is sponsored by Hill's Science Diet.

SB Humane will also offer six months of free spay and neuter services exclusively to North County residents.

Appointments are required, and can be made here.

SB Humane has already performed 5,000 spay & neuter surgeries this year, and will help with the cost no matter where you live.

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