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The SF SPCA’s 2025 Legislative Agenda
The San Francisco SPCA is proud to sponsor and support key legislation that addresses some of the most pressing animal welfare issues in California: expanding the ability of pet owners
The San Francisco SPCA Sponsors AB 516 and SB 602
The San Francisco SPCA designed and is sponsoring two critical pieces of legislation to address California’s veterinary care shortage: Assembly Bill 516 (AB 516) and Senate Bill 602 (SB 602).
SF SPCA Hospital Closed on Sundays Starting May 4
As a nonprofit, we are committed to serving our community as best we can—especially for clients who may face financial barriers. After careful consideration and analysis, we have decided to
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Consumer Alert on Fraudulent and Cruel Puppy Sales Practices
The San Francisco SPCA joins California Attorney General Rob Bonta in urging pet lovers to adopt from shelters or, if purchasing, to stay vigilant when selecting a breeder. In a
An Update on SB 1233
Great news! On Thursday, September 26, 2024, Senate Bill 1233 (SB 1233)—a critical piece of animal welfare legislation supported by the San Francisco SPCA—was officially signed into law by Governor
Our Second Annual Animal Advocacy Day
On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, the San Francisco SPCA collaborated with animal welfare partners from across California for the second annual Animal Advocacy Day in Sacramento. This day of action
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FOX KTVU: “Fees Waived For SF SPCA Puppy Adoptions To Help Free Up Space For Animals Coming In From La Fire Areas”
The San Francisco SPCA is offering free puppy adoptions for a limited time in order to free up space for animals being sent out of the wildfire zones in the
SF Gate: “San Francisco SPCA waiving puppy adoption fees, opens doors to SoCal animals”
There is an animal crisis in Southern California. As people escaped the flames, many evacuated to locations where they could not bring their animals. Many stray animals are separated from
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San Francisco SPCA Acts to Increase Veterinary Care For California Pets
AB 516, authored by State Assemblymember Ash Kalra and SB 602, authored by State Senator Dave Cortese, will provide more opportunities for families to receive critical care for their pets
SF SPCA Launches Second Free Dog Vaccine Clinic on March 3rd Following Successful February Event
SAN FRANCISCO (February 27, 2025)— In response to a growing canine Parvovirus outbreak in the Tenderloin district, the San Francisco SPCA (SF SPCA), San Francisco Animal Care and Control (SFACC),
San Francisco SPCA, Stockton Animal Shelter, and Other Partners to Host Free Mobile Vaccine Clinic in Stockton
The clinic will offer important services for dogs and their families for free with funding provided by the Cool Cats & Barking Dogs community fundraiser and AG Spanos Companies