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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
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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 Butter's adoption status with email updates.
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Butter

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Tula's adoption status with email updates.
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Tula

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Marshmallow's adoption status with email updates.
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Marshmallow

Great Pyrenees

Male, 2 yrs
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Miles's adoption status with email updates.
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Miles

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Wendy's adoption status with email updates.
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Wendy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Ryan's adoption status with email updates.
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Ryan

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Westley's adoption status with email updates.
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Westley

Husky

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

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
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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We'll also keep you updated on CHEX's adoption status with email updates.
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CHEX

Husky

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Piper's adoption status with email updates.
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Piper

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Morgan Hill, CA
We'll also keep you updated on PJ and Skeeter (Courtesy Post)'s adoption status with email updates.
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PJ and Skeeter (Courtesy Post)

Siamese

Female Adult
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Phoebe's adoption status with email updates.
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Phoebe

Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 4 mos
Pacific Grove, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Pepper's adoption status with email updates.
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Pepper

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 mos
Pleasanton, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Sadie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sadie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Mipiltas, CA

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