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Santa Cruz SPCA

Animal shelter in Santa Cruz, CA

The purpose of the Santa Cruz SPCA is to ensure the best possible quality of life for animals and to promote respect and reverence for all. We are a 501(c)3 charitable organization. All of our programs and services are supported through the generosity of our contributors. We do not receive any federal, state, or local government funding.

Contact
Email
Address
2601 Chanticleer Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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Meet their adoptable pets

2601 Chanticleer Avenue

Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Santa Cruz SPCA

We'll also keep you updated on Elphaba's adoption status with email updates.
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Elphaba

Boston Terrier

Female, 5 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Lulu's adoption status with email updates.
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Lulu

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Nina's adoption status with email updates.
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Nina

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 5 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Shari's adoption status with email updates.
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Shari

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Joey's adoption status with email updates.
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Joey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Biscuit's adoption status with email updates.
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Biscuit

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs
Santa Cruz, CA

Shelter FAQs

Santa Cruz County, CA, Monterey County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, San Benito County

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Interview
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption fees include: spay/neuter, microchip, recent treatment for fleas and worms, age-appropriate vaccinations, testing for FELV/FIV (cats), certificate for free vet exam, and an adoption packet with additional pet care information and coupons.

Kittens (under 6 months): $150
Adult Cats (6 months – 7 year): $110
Senior Cats (8 years or older): $65
Puppies (under 6 months): $300
Adult Dogs (6 months – 7 years): $200
Senior Dogs (8 years or older): $150

Please also note: You must be 21 years or over to adopt.

If you are a senior person you may be eligible for an adoption fee waiver through our Dr Jean’s Senior Friends program.

Adoption application

https://spcasc.org/adoption-process/

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Milpitas, CA 95036

We'll also keep you updated on Michita's adoption status with email updates.
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Michita

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Burlingame, CA
We'll also keep you updated on fdvcbvb4553's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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fdvcbvb4553

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, Puppy
SAN LEANDRO, CA
We'll also keep you updated on gfhytutu's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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gfhytutu

Beagle

Male, Puppy
SAN LEANDRO, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Snickers's adoption status with email updates.
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Snickers

Pigeon

Female, Adult
Burlingame, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Cheesepuff's adoption status with email updates.
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Cheesepuff

Domestic Longhair

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on PETUNIA's adoption status with email updates.
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PETUNIA

Tabby

Female, 8 mos
Santa Cruz, CA

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