Cal CARTs
California Community Animal Response Teams
Welcome to the Cal CARTs website for information about
California's Community Animal Response Teams.
2026 Leadership & Training Summit Success
Cal CARTs 2026 Leadership and Training Summit Unites 160 Animal Responders Statewide.
Friant, CA — More than 160 animal responders from across California gathered March 17-18 at Table Mountain Casino and Resort in Friant for the 2026 California Community Animal Response Teams Leadership and Training Summit. The venue was chosen to draw participants from both Northern and Southern California, reflecting Cal CARTs’ commitment to uniting a statewide animal emergency response umbrella. Read the full release.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the summit a success!
What is a Community Animal Response Team (CART)?
Community Animal Response Teams, or CARTs, are volunteer-based teams trained to provide critical support for animals during disasters and emergencies.
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