Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Animal Rescue & Adoption Center in Roseville
Placer SPCA has dedicated over five decades to enhancing the lives of companion animals and strengthening the human-animal bond. Founded in 1973, our organization provides comprehensive animal welfare services including adoption programs, spay/neuter clinics, emergency financial assistance, and behavioral support. We operate three primary facilities in Placer County, offering intake services, adoption centers, and community resource hubs. Our team of veterinary professionals and trained staff conduct over 4,000 animal intakes annually while maintaining rigorous health and behavioral assessment protocols.Through initiatives like the SOS Program and SNAP spay/neuter assistance, we help local residents maintain pet ownership during financial hardship. Our educational outreach includes free behavior helplines, vaccination clinics, and community engagement programs. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we rely on donations and partnerships to sustain operations, maintaining strict privacy protections for donors and clients. Our mobile event team extends services to underserved areas, and our thrift store supports ongoing operations through community contributions.
Services
Pet Adoption
Spay/Neuter Clinics
Pet Food Assistance
Behavior Helpline
SOS Program
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in animal welfare and rescue operations
- Our spay/neuter clinics serve Placer County residents with income-based pricing
- We provide emergency financial assistance for pet owners in crisis situations
- Our adoption process includes comprehensive behavioral assessments and support
- We operate the only countywide pet food assistance program funded through donations
Services
Pet Adoption
Our adoption program connects homeless animals with loving families through a comprehensive process. We conduct health screenings, behavioral assessments, and provide post-adoption support. The program includes dogs, cats, and small animals at multiple locations. Adopters receive vaccination records, microchipping services, and behavioral guidance to ensure successful transitions.
Spay/Neuter Clinics
We operate subsidized spay/neuter clinics for owned pets with income-based pricing. Services include pre-surgical evaluations, surgical procedures, and post-operative care. Our clinics serve Placer County residents with age and weight restrictions for dogs and cats. We also provide rabies vaccinations and microchipping services during clinic visits.
Pet Food Assistance
This temporary assistance program provides pet food to Placer County residents facing financial hardship. Eligible individuals receive monthly food distributions based on animal size. The program requires proof of residency and is supported through donations and community partnerships. Recipients must reapply annually to maintain eligibility.
SOS Program
Our SOS Program offers financial assistance for unexpected veterinary costs, pet deposits, and temporary boarding. Funding is available for Placer County residents who demonstrate responsible pet ownership. The program requires veterinary documentation and has a $500 maximum assistance limit per case. Applications must include detailed cost estimates from service providers.
Behavior Helpline
Our certified behaviorists provide free consultations for pet owners facing behavioral challenges. Services include phone consultations, informational resources, and referral to training programs. The helpline addresses common issues like house training, aggression, and anxiety. We also offer free one-on-one consultations and virtual training partnerships.
Questions
How do I adopt a pet from Placer SPCA?
Visit our Adoption & Education Center during business hours to meet available animals. Complete an application and work with our staff to complete the adoption process including required documentation and fees.
What are the spay/neuter clinic fees?
Spay fees are $275 for female dogs and $175 for female cats. Neuter fees are $225 for male dogs and $125 for male cats. Additional vaccines cost $10-30 each.
Can I get emergency financial help for my pet?
Our SOS Program provides one-time financial assistance up to $500 for Placer County residents facing unexpected veterinary costs or housing challenges. Applications require veterinary documentation and proof of residency.
How do I access pet food assistance?
Placer County residents can visit our intake center during business hours with photo ID to apply. Assistance is available every 30 days based on animal size, with a maximum of three animals per household.
What vaccination clinics are available?
Monthly rabies and vaccine clinics are offered at our Roseville intake center. Appointments are required with fees paid in advance. Services include rabies ($10), FVRCP ($10), and microchipping ($15).
How can I surrender an animal to Placer SPCA?
Schedule an appointment at our Intake Center by calling (916) 782-7722. Surrender fees are $45 for Roseville residents. Complete surrender forms are required detailing the animal's history and health information.
Reviews (4)
Jacqueline Messenger Sassy Jax
Jun 19, 2022
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They had puppies, adult dogs, kittens, adult cats and other adoptable pets. However, if you want to meet any of the potential pets, you need to make an appointment to do so. You're there to look through the window to pick one to meet. The price has gone up for adoption as well. Be prepared.
Julia Martin
Jun 13, 2022
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Thank you guys so much for taking my bunnies, just by my brief time here I could tell that your staff loves what they do and they're very knowledgeable.
Jp S.
May 31, 2022
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POTENTIAL SCAM WARNING when you schedule for shots or micro chipping, they do NOT inform you BEFORE taking your $$$ that it is non-refundable. So if you have to cancel or reschedule, you are out $$$. It's only in the email, which is the last question they ask. Great business practice, I'm going someplace else!
Judy Jenkins
May 21, 2022
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Although I didn't find a dog, I love this SPCA! It's very clean, no smell, and everyone there is friendly and knowledgeable. I adopted my cat from there, and she's wonderful!
