The Humane Society of Ventura County is seeking donations for funds earmarked for special needs and programs.

All donations made to a specific fund are only used for those purposes.

The funds in need of donations are:

• Shep Fund for emergency treatment of animals: Owners can apply for help with medical bills for their pets.

• Cat Fund/Cat Haven: a tworoom indoor/outdoor facility designed for cats living at the shelter, with beds, kitty condos, toys and access between the two rooms providing socialization with other felines.

• Mellow Education Fund: for educational supplies used in the Humane Society's outreach programs to high schools and the community.

• Spay/Neuter Fund: for use by the general public when there is financial need for a cat or dog that must be spayed or neutered; includes procedures performed by veterinarians throughout the county.

• Sparky Fund for investigations of abuse, cruelty and neglect: Funds are available to pay for information leading to arrest and conviction.

• Building Fund: Contributions are used for the improvement of the shelter and kennels.

To donate to one of the funds or to make a generaluse donation, send a check to: Humane Society of Ventura County, P.O. Box 297, Ojai, CA 93024, or call (805) 646-6505 for more information. Note the fund's name in the memo line of a check.