The Humane Society of Ventura County is continuing its free spay/neuter program for pit bulls and pit bull mixes until funding runs out.

Since the program began in January, the Humane Society has altered 67 pit bulls and pit bull mixes, according to Shelter Director Jolene Hoffman. She said funding remains for approximately 50 to 60 more surgeries. Dogs must be five years old or less and weigh no more than 80 pounds.

“It’s very important for owners to take advantage of this,” Hoffman said. “Through the program we can prevent thousands of Pit Bulls from being born.”

Appointments are required. Call 646-7849 or 656-5043 or visit www.hsvc.org.

In 2014, the HSVC’s Spay and Neuter clinic altered 1,443 cats and dogs and an additional 265 free spay and neuter surgeries for Chihuahua and Chihuahua mixes, saving the lives of countless animals.

The Ojai-based nonprofit also is seeking donations to help fund the free spay/neuter program as well as other programs at the shelter. Donations may be made by visiting the HSVC website, brought to the Humane Society shelter at 402 Bryant Street in Ojai, or mailed to PO Box 297, Ojai, CA 93024.

The Humane Society of Ventura County is a private, nonprofit organization founded in 1932. It does not receive federal, state or local tax dollars to operate and relies solely on private donations.