The San Francisco SPCA Sponsors AB 516 and SB 602
…2023 UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program survey found that 25% of California’s animal shelters lack adequate veterinary staffing, and 64% struggle to meet basic medical needs. By passing AB…
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Tips for Bringing Home a New Kitten
…food, understanding behavior, and scheduling that all-important first vet visit, there’s a lot to prepare for before you adopt a kitten. This guide will walk you through everything you need…
Jonny Justice Joins President Breed and SF SPCA to Help Canine Victims of Dogfighting
…Once it goes into effect, it will permit California animal shelters to preserve public safety and to protect dogs by providing victims with the same individual health and behavioral assessments…
Peabody’s Transformation
…ever afters like Peabody’s are only possible thanks to your support. More than 80% of our shelter animals need non-routine behavior or medical care before they find their forever families….
Challenges of Adopting Two Puppies
…issues with socialization. These puppies might exhibit uncomfortable behavior around other dogs and people if they aren’t given the necessary extra interaction and socialization time. We recommend that new pet…
Resources for New Pet Parents
Whether you’re a first-time pet parent or have shared your home with animals before, we’re thrilled to be part of your adoption journey. At the San Francisco SPCA, we believe…
SF SPCA Alumni: Special Needs Kitten Brighton
…of those animals require non-routine medical or behavioral care before adoption. Special cases like Brighton’s require a lot of resources, but we know every animal is worth it. Please make…
Health Benefits of Spaying and Neutering Your Pet
When you spay and neuter your pets, you play a key role in reducing shelter overcrowding and animal homelessness. All dogs and cats that come through the San Francisco SPCA’s…
Happy Tails: Boba Fetch
…Cattle Dog mix joined us from Madera County Animal Services, one of our California Humane Animal Transfer Team (CHATT) partners. He had a few quirks, plenty of charm, and an…
The San Francisco SPCA Presents “Whiskers & Whiskey”
…cocktail party that has helped hundreds of animals find new, loving homes. Join the fun on Friday, September 23, from 6pm – 9pm at the SF SPCA’s Mission Campus Adoption…
Selena’s Heroes: Community Medicine Veterinarians
…was life or death. We absolutely had to be fearless.” This fearless dedication transforms lives, not only for animals, but for the humans who love them. Ali said, “Selena filled…
Keeping the Vets We Have
The veterinary profession is facing an unprecedented crisis that threatens animal welfare nationwide. While the lack of access to veterinary care (AVC) has been identified as the greatest modern threat…