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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 Leonardo's adoption status with email updates.
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Leonardo

German Shepherd Dog/Alaskan Malamute

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

Anatolian Shepherd/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
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 cvbvcb5466's adoption status with email updates.
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cvbvcb5466

Newfoundland

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on J'onzz's adoption status with email updates.
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J'onzz

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Morgan Hill, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Sushi: California Roll's adoption status with email updates.
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Sushi: California Roll

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Maltese

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

Snowshoe

Male, Adult
Castro Valley, CA
We'll also keep you updated on BITSY*'s adoption status with email updates.
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BITSY*

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 3 mos
Watsonville, CA

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