Business Details
Your Trusted Animal Rescue Partner in Fredericksburg
Hill Country SPCA is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals in need across the Texas Hill Country SPCA. Founded on the principle that every animal deserves a safe and loving home, we prioritize community collaboration, education, and advocacy to combat pet overpopulation and ensure humane treatment. Our no-kill shelter provides comprehensive care, including medical treatment, behavioral support, and foster programs, while offering free and low-cost services like vaccinations and pet food assistance to keep families together.With a team of experienced professionals and volunteers, we strive to create a compassionate community where animals thrive. Our transparent policies, including strict euthanasia guidelines and financial accountability, reflect our commitment to trustworthiness and ethical stewardship. Through events, partnerships, and outreach initiatives, we engage the public in our mission to foster a culture of empathy and responsibility toward all animals.
Services
Pet Adoption
Fostering Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Free Vaccines
Pet Food Assistance
Community Cat Support
Lost/Found Pet Services
Kitten Care Resources
Renting with Pets Guidance
Animal Cruelty Reporting
Highlights and features
- We operate as a no-kill shelter, ensuring every animal receives lifelong care.
- Our free vaccine program and pet food assistance reduce barriers to pet ownership.
- Experienced staff and volunteers provide personalized support for adoptions and fostering.
- Community-focused initiatives promote responsible pet ownership and cruelty prevention.
- Transparent policies and financial accountability ensure trust and ethical operations.
Associations and certifications
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Seamless adoption process
Dedicated support
Services
Pet Adoption
Hill Country SPCA offers comprehensive pet adoption services for dogs, cats, and small animals. Each adoption includes vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and microchipping. Our team ensures proper matches through meet-and-greet sessions and fosters to assess compatibility, prioritizing the animal's well-being and long-term success in their new home.
Fostering Programs
Our fostering initiative provides temporary homes for animals needing specialized care or socialization. Fosters receive supplies, medical support, and guidance from staff. This program alleviates shelter overcrowding and prepares animals for adoption by addressing behavioral or health needs in a nurturing environment.
Free Vaccines
We provide free vaccinations for pets through grant-funded programs, including FVHCP for cats and DAPP for dogs. This service ensures pets receive essential protection against common diseases, reducing financial barriers for owners and promoting community-wide animal health.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers contribute to animal care, adoption events, and administrative tasks. Opportunities include dog walking, cat socialization, and event coordination. Training and mentorship ensure volunteers feel equipped to make a meaningful impact while supporting our mission.
Pet Food Assistance
Our pet food pantry helps families facing financial hardship keep their pets. By distributing donated food, we prevent surrenders due to resource limitations. This service ensures pets receive nutritious meals while their owners navigate temporary challenges, fostering stable home environments.
People
Andrew Davis
Executive Director
Andrew Davis leads Hill Country SPCA with a focus on strategic growth and community engagement. His leadership emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and ethical stewardship to advance animal welfare across the region.
Kaitlyn Blumrich
Director of Operations
Kaitlyn Blumrich oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient shelter management and high standards of animal care. Her expertise in logistics and team coordination supports the organization's mission and long-term sustainability.
Stevie Sheriff
Animal Care Manager
Stevie Sheriff manages animal care programs, prioritizing health, safety, and enrichment. Her hands-on approach and dedication to individualized care ensure every animal receives the attention needed to thrive.
Nicole Phinney
Event Coordinator
Nicole Phinney organizes fundraising and community events, driving engagement and financial support. Her creative vision and organizational skills enhance outreach efforts and strengthen public partnerships.
Jennifer Eldon
Animal Care Specialist
Jennifer Eldon provides direct care to shelter animals, focusing on their physical and emotional well-being. Her compassionate approach and attention to detail contribute to successful adoptions and positive outcomes.
Questions
What services does Hill Country SPCA offer?
We provide pet adoption, fostering, free vaccines, pet food assistance, community cat programs, and cruelty reporting. Visit our website for full details.
How can I adopt a pet?
Browse adoptable animals online, complete an application, schedule a meet-and-greet, and finalize the adoption with required fees and documentation.
Does Hill Country SPCA offer spay/neuter services?
We currently do not provide spay/neuter services. Check our website for local TNR programs and partner clinics.
How can I volunteer or foster?
Apply via our website or contact us directly. Volunteers and fosters receive training and support to assist animals in need.
What are the adoption fees?
Dog adoptions are $200, cat adoptions $100, with discounts for multiple adoptions. Fees cover vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and microchipping.
How are donations used?
Donations fund medical care, food, shelter operations, and community programs. As a 501(c)3, all contributions are tax-deductible.
Reviews (7)
Debbie Reed
Apr 06, 2022
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We went to adopt a puppy and made a meet and greet appointment. They told us we could not meet the puppy until it was 5 months old. Then we found out the puppy already got adopted. We were so excited to get this new puppy because my son lost his 14 year old dog last year. They just plain lied to us. They should have our application unless they just trashed it.
Elizabeth Oswalt
Nov 28, 2021
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Adopted beautiful cat for mother in law - staff were very sweet and helpful - 1 less abandoned kitty to worry about. Please adopt- everybody!
T.
Nov 18, 2021
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If you want to know why people go outside of shelters to adopt puppies, try and adopt a puppy from here. I provided shot records of my past pets, vet records, pictures of my fence you name it. I jumped through hoops. I have a fully fenced 2 acre property and I'm semi retired so I am with my animals for most of the day. They wanted more and more pictures. My very old Shepherd with euthanized over seven years ago and they wanted all those records.
My vet had retired but the vet office told them my deceased dog had been well taken care of. I adopted my other dog from Austin pets alive and they want a lot of information but they don't ask you to give the same information over and over and over again. The facility is clean but I don't believe they give the animals enough one on one time. The puppy I wanted would have had the best life because my pets are family. It's a shame for the dogs they house. A real disappointment.
My vet had retired but the vet office told them my deceased dog had been well taken care of. I adopted my other dog from Austin pets alive and they want a lot of information but they don't ask you to give the same information over and over and over again. The facility is clean but I don't believe they give the animals enough one on one time. The puppy I wanted would have had the best life because my pets are family. It's a shame for the dogs they house. A real disappointment.
Karen Fields Cali Baabe
Nov 17, 2021
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They do a lot for the animals in their local community. Nice clean atmosphere. Had a wonderful shot clinic that they just held. Well organized
Alec B.
Jun 14, 2021
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Great experience adopting Charlie from the Hill Country SPCA, he was up to date on shots, neutered and microchipped.
Paul Cassel
Mar 22, 2021
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Having visited several shelters both private and city run I was impressed with the orderliness and cleanliness of this shelter. The two dogs we visited with did not even have kennel odor - which is a first. They were like well cared for pets owned by loving people rather than shelter animals. Before applying to foster a dog, I read the comments here and so was concerned about being kicked around by overly fussy paperwork.
I did find qualifying for fostering/adoption to be painstaking but I also had no issue with it. I take it on faith that anybody wishing to foster or adopt an animal is someone who cares about animal welfare. I didn't experience anything beyond what was necessary for an organization that doesn't know us to be reasonably sure that the animal trusted to us would be well-treated. I'm not surprised that the shelter balked at sending one or more of the animals in its care to a home it isn't sure of. I'd not have it any other way.
I did find qualifying for fostering/adoption to be painstaking but I also had no issue with it. I take it on faith that anybody wishing to foster or adopt an animal is someone who cares about animal welfare. I didn't experience anything beyond what was necessary for an organization that doesn't know us to be reasonably sure that the animal trusted to us would be well-treated. I'm not surprised that the shelter balked at sending one or more of the animals in its care to a home it isn't sure of. I'd not have it any other way.
Pam Jones
Feb 09, 2019
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We recently adopted a wonderful puppy. When we were looking, the staff was very friendly, informative, & patient with us. They seemed very caring abt each & every animal in the shelter. Each stall was clean & animals had water. Very happy with the facility, staff, &.especially with our new puppy!
