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Santa Cruz SPCA

The Santa Cruz SPCA provides safe harbor for animals in need and promotes an active humane community through adoption, advocacy, and education.

06/01/2026

This past week, FIVE amazing shelter pets found their forever homes! 🐾

Wishing many Happy Tails to:
🐶: Rooster (!!!), Luna, Gallaway, and Ramsey
🐱: Bernard

And there’s even more good news - this Saturday, June 6, is California Adopt-a-Pet Day! Adoption fees will be waived for all available animals, making it the perfect time to meet your new best friend.

If you've been thinking about adopting, come visit us and see if your perfect match is waiting. We can’t wait to help even more shelter pets find loving homes! ❤️

06/01/2026

Happy Tails: Ri Ri Turns 18! 🎉

We recently received an update all the way from England from one of our adopters, and it absolutely made our day:

"Just a quick update from England to let you know that Riana (or Ri Ri as we call her) is still going strong on her 18th birthday today! Whilst living in Santa Cruz and volunteering at the SPCA in 2011, I fostered Ri Ri before finally adopting her and then moved back to the UK in 2013. Having brought Ri Ri to England with us, she’s been a much loved member of the family and has seen the arrival of her two (human) little big sisters who are now 11 and 13 years old and who have never known life without her.

Thank you SC SPCA for saving Ri Ri back in 2010 from a shelter in Southern California where she would otherwise have been euthanized. She’s lived a long and happy life thanks to you—and it ain’t over yet!"

From foster dog to world traveler, Ri Ri has spent the last 15 years living a life full of love, family, adventures, and now 18 birthday celebrations.

Happy Birthday, Ri Ri! We're so grateful to have been part of your journey, and we love seeing these updates from our alumni - no matter how many miles away they are. ❤️🐾

05/31/2026

Caillou would like everyone to know that foster life is treating him very well...(swipe to see proof). ➡

Exhibit A: using his foster’s hand as a pillow.
Exhibit B: dramatic upside-down lounging on the bed.
Exhibit C: professional-level napping.
Exhibit D: those stunning green eyes that somehow convince people to give him even more attention.

When he’s not busy being adorable, Caillou loves to play and show off his brains. This smart guy is even learning tricks in foster - and honestly, he’s probably ready to start teaching classes.

The good news? You can meet him yourself! Caillou will be back at the shelter for California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 6. Thanks to the ASPCA, California Animal Welfare Association, and The San Francisco SPCA - adoption fees will be waived, making it a great time to bring home your new best friend.

Come say hi to Caillou. He’s got cuddles, charm, and a few tricks up his furry sleeve. 🐾

05/30/2026

Attention, future superheroes: Ruby is reporting for duty! 🦸‍♀️🐾

As one of the animal heroes currently at our shelter, Ruby is already dressed for this year's Summer Camp theme: Super Paws: Animal Heroes. Camp starts next week, and she's excited to welcome all of our campers for a summer of animal fun, learning, and hero-worthy adventures.

See you soon, superheroes!

05/30/2026

Every adoption from our shelter comes with more than a new best friend. 🐾

Each adoption includes spay or neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchipping, and guidance from our staff to help you find the right match. Every animal goes home prepared, cared for, and ready to start their next chapter.

And on June 6 for California Adopt-a-Pet Day, the adoption fee is included, too!

That means bringing home a companion who's ready for home - and ready to fill your life with love, laughter, and plenty of unforgettable moments. 🐶🐱🏡

Save the date and help us turn more shelter stays into happily-ever-afters! We'll see you next Saturday on June 6th! 🗓

05/29/2026

Meet Angus! 🐾

At just about a year old, this Border Collie mix is basically a furry espresso shot. Smart? Very. Handsome? Obviously. Ready to turn literally anything into a game? Absolutely.

Angus is a working-breed guy through and through, which means he’s looking for an adopter who’s ready to keep up with his active brain and busy paws. Hikes, walks, training, adventures, enrichment - Angus said “yes” before we even finished the sentence.

He’s not really interested in a couch potato lifestyle (unless it’s after a full day of fun), but if you’re looking for a loyal, hilarious best friend who’ll keep life interesting, Angus is ready to clock in. 🤍

✨ On Saturday, June 6, Angus’ adoption fee will be waived as part of California Adopt-a-Pet Day, along with all our other available animals! ✨

If you can't wait until then, fill out an Adopter's Profile on our website or call us to schedule a meet & greet with Angus!

05/28/2026

Ever thought, “I wish I could help animals, but I’m not ready to adopt”? 🐾💛 This is your sign - become a foster with us!

Kitten season is here, and our shelter is looking for compassionate foster families to help cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies - some who are growing up in care until they’re ready for adoption, and others who just need a break from the shelter while they wait to find their person. Fostering saves lives -and we’ll help guide you every step of the way!

Interested in becoming a foster?
Join our upcoming Foster Orientation:
📅 Monday, June 1
💻 Online via Zoom
⏰ 5–6 PM

Apply on our website for more details: spcasc.org/foster/

Questions? Email [email protected] 💌

05/28/2026

😸✨ Whisker Wednesday: Meet Ralph ✨😸

Ralph is a 4-year-old “forever kitten” who has fully committed to the cozy life. When he’s not busy birdwatching from a sunny window like it’s his full-time job, he’s inventing new and slightly ridiculous lap positions just to maximize cuddle time.

Ralph is playful, curious, and extremely social - he loves new friends, new smells, and absolutely has thoughts about everything (which he will happily meow to you about). Most of all, he’s a big fan of love, playtime, and turning any lap into his personal purring throne.

Good news: he’s currently living his best life in foster care, BUT he’s heading back to the shelter on June 6 for California Adopt-a-Pet Day!

Even better news: ALL adoption fees are waived that day thanks to ASPCA ,The San Francisco SPCA, and California Animal Welfare Association! 🎉

Save the date and come meet this sweet boy in person! Maybe this professional cuddler will choose you!

05/26/2026

Meet Mickey! This adorable Boston Terrier/Pug mix (our best guess!) is about 3 years old and full of personality. Mickey is a fun little dude with lots of energy, a playful spirit, and always ready for an adventure. He’s also a great walker and would love a buddy to explore the world with (if you can keep up!). 🐾

On Saturday, June 6th - Mickey’s adoption fee will be WAIVED for California Adopt-a-Pet Day. If he sounds like the kind of friend you’ve been waiting for, start your application now so you’re ready to take him (or any of our other available animals) home on the 6th.

Apply now at spcasc.org! ❤️

Address

2601 Chanticleer Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA
95065

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 6pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	11am - 6pm
Saturday	11am - 6pm
Sunday	11am - 6pm

Telephone

+18314655000

Website

https://spcasc.org/

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