Santa Monica Animal Control Officers rescue a brown pelican at the Santa Monica Pier on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. The Animal Control Officers are transporting the pelican to the Bird Rescue Wildlife Center in San Pedro. Santa Monica Animal Control is dedicated to providing outstanding care for animals in Santa Monica. They are a dedicated progressive animal shelter that continually strives to strengthen the welfare of animals by promoting humane care and treatment. Each year, they help lost, abandoned, and homeless animals find a nurturing forever home. Santa Monica's Animal Services Unit has a variety of offerings aimed at promoting and protecting the health, welfare, and safety of animals and people.