SPCA Monterey County

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Monterey County is your nonprofit, independent, donor-supported humane society that has been serving the animals and people of Monterey County since 1905. We are not a chapter of any other SPCA or Humane Society and we do not have a parent organization or receive any funding from places like HSUS or the ASPCA. We are here for you.

Operate the only open admission shelter in Monterey County. Our doors are open to all animals in need from dogs and cats to horses, wildlife, exotics, and more. Rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome homeless, neglected, and abused pets, horses, and barn animals. Provide loving shelter, skilled veterinary care, and our TLC (Treatment Learning and Compassion) Program to homeless animals Investigate animal cruelty and neglect Reduce pet overpopulations through affordable spay and neuter services Keep pets in homes with behavior training programs, our free Pet Food Bank, Pet Meals collaboration with Meals on Wheels, and more. Operate the only Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in our county Provide disaster preparedness and response Educate children and adults about humane treatment of animals