Do I have to make an adoptions appointment?
No. Our adoption center is walk-in only, so we operate on a first-come, first-served system. When you arrive, simply sign in at one of our self-service kiosks, and our team will walk you […]
How long does it take to adopt a dog or cat?
During our adoption process, we want to ensure that you have enough time to view as many animals as you’d like, get all your questions answered, and feel confident in your decision. The process takes about […]
What dog breeds do you have?
Our adoption center has large and small dogs and a team of adoption counselors ready to help you find your perfect match. Our dogs are typically mixes of popular dog […]
Is every animal available for adoption listed on the website?
Yes. We refresh our website every 15 minutes to ensure that it reflects all our available animals. When an animal is available for adoption, we add their profile to our […]
What does it mean if an animal is “free” or their adoption fees are waived?
If you see that an animal is “free” or that their adoption fees have been waived, it means that our generous SF SPCA donors have sponsored their adoption. Sponsoring adoption fees help us get animals […]
Can I reserve an animal or place a hold on them?
No, we do not reserve or place holds on animals. Your adoption is not complete until you submit your payment.
Do you have any other animals besides cats or dogs?
No. Although the SF SPCA rescued animals like pigs and horses when we were first founded in 1868, we currently only house cats and dogs.
Can I just play with the animals?
Although our animals are cute, you can only physically interact with them if considering adoption. Our animals get plenty of love from our staff and volunteers during the day, and we don’t want to stress […]
Are the animals assessed and treated medically and behaviorally?
Every animal on our adoption floor is medically and behaviorally assessed throughout their time at our shelter. Each animal is altered (spayed or neutered), microchipped, vaccinated, and given preventative flea, […]
Have the animals been given all their vaccines?
Yes. All of our adoptable animals receive a complimentary round of age-appropriate vaccines. However, your veterinarian may recommend additional vaccines and other preventive care.
What qualifies as a government-issued photo ID?
We will only accept a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state identification card, or U.S. passport.
Do you offer any supplies at the time of adoption?
When you adopt from the SF SPCA, we send you and your new companion home with a few days’ worth of food, a collar, a leash (if you’re adopting a dog), a cardboard carrier […]