Some are looking to adopt a new pet, some are hoping to find the next best charity to support. And some just really love cute animals. Wherever you fall on that spectrum, there’s plenty of animal services in Marin that fit the bill. The 2024 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is the Marin Humane (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Animal Care picks see below.
Our 2024 Philanthropy category sponsor is Skin Suite Marin. View the rest of the Philanthropy category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern, Central, and Northern Marin.
Southern | Central | Northern
Southern Marin
The Marine Mammal Center
Sausalito
Although the public is welcome to come visit, see the exhibits, and take a tour, the Marine Mammal Center is as far from Sea World as you can get. This is the world’s largest marine mammal hospital that does work in various conservation efforts, trash clean up, and medical research. Consider supporting them with their Adopt-a-Seal program!
2000 Bunker Rd, Sausalito, 415.289.7325
Cat Clinic
Mill Valley
This full service clinic is all about kitties. While some of their routine exams are walk-ins, if your cat needs something more intensive like a surgery or dental treatment, make sure to call ahead and schedule an appointment.
142 Lomita Dr, Mill Valley, 415.383.1195
Central Marin
WildCare
San Rafael
As the name would imply, WildCare is a dedicated wildlife hospital. They’re dedicated to wildlife advocacy and additionally double as a natural education center to make sure that anyone in the area going out for a hike can learn how to be careful and respectful of the animals they might encounter.
76 Albert Park Ln, San Rafael, 415.456.7283
Northern Marin
Marin Humane
Novato
This independent nonprofit has been caring for and serving the animals of Marin County since 1907. All animals are accepted at their open door shelters and hundreds are adopted every year into loving homes. Between their volunteer foster parents and animal advocacy programs, they can go above and beyond for every furry friend that ends up in their arms.
171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato, 415.883.4621
Best of the County Philanthropy Sponsor
Skin Suite Marin
Skin Suite Marin is the premier natural beauty and wellness destination in Southern Marin. Thena Holmen, RN has specialized in Aesthetic Nursing for over three decade and is known in the county for her emphasis on natural-looking beauty.
Skin Suite Marin offers the most advanced technology being the leading provider of the Fotona4D® non-invasive laser. Combined with the Hydrafacial, PRX Peel, fillers and Botox, Thena can help you achieve the best version of you with little discomfort and no down time.
What cause(s) have touched you?
When my eyes were opened to the reality of human trafficking, I felt an obligation to spread awareness and become involved to help every child to have hope and a future. I support an organization called Operation Rescue that fights against human exploitation and sex trafficking.
Why is philanthropy/humanitarianism important to you?
I believe beauty is more than skin deep.
Skin Suite Marin | Mill Valley | 415.881.6001 | skinsuitemarin.com
