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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 Zwingli's adoption status with email updates.
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Zwingli

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Dachshund

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
Santa Cruz, CA
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

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 Debbie's adoption status with email updates.
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Debbie

Retriever (Unknown Type)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
Sunnyvale, CA
We'll also keep you updated on LOBO's adoption status with email updates.
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LOBO

Husky/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Billie's adoption status with email updates.
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Billie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Palo Alto, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Tam's adoption status with email updates.
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Tam

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Mipiltas, CA

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