Santa Cruz SPCA

Animal shelter in Santa Cruz, California

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Address

2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Hours of Operation

    Monday-Tuesday: Closed
    Wednesday-Sunday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Contact

Email

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Adoptable Pets at Santa Cruz SPCA

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Trout

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos

Santa Cruz, CA

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Felix

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs

Santa Cruz, CA

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Little Drummer Boy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos

Santa Cruz, CA

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Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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No Details Provided
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Bruno

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr

Santa Cruz, CA

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Starr

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs

Santa Cruz, CA

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Feliz Navidad

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos

Santa Cruz, CA

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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No Details Provided
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Sardine

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos

Santa Cruz, CA

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Pike

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos

Santa Cruz, CA

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Linguini

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Female, 1 yr

Santa Cruz, CA

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N/A
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Shelter FAQs

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.
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.

Pets at shelters and rescues near Santa Cruz SPCA

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

1001 Rodriguez Avenue, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Tiny Paws Pug Rescue

P.O. Box 281, Aptos, CA 95001

Paws for Genesis

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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Katara

German Shepherd Dog

Female

Cupertino, CA

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Good with dogs
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BAILY

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr 1 mo

Santa Cruz, CA

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Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
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Josie C.

German Shepherd Dog

Female

Cupertino, CA

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N/A
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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House-trained
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Animal Charities in Santa Cruz, CA

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Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs

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Animal Legal Defense Fund

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