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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 Gerald's adoption status with email updates.
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Gerald

Chihuahua

Male, 1 yr
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 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 Louise's adoption status with email updates.
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Louise

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 12 yrs 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Boo's adoption status with email updates.
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Boo

Bull Terrier

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 8 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 jules's adoption status with email updates.
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jules

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
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We'll also keep you updated on TOFFEE's adoption status with email updates.
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TOFFEE

Guinea Pig

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Santa Cruz, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Dobby's adoption status with email updates.
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Dobby

Domestic Shorthair

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

Other/Unknown

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Chinchilla

Female, Adult
Sunnyvale, CA

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