SPCA of Northern Nevada

What is SPCA of Northern Nevada's Mission?

Our mission is to be a leading, innovative advocate for animal welfare, focusing on the humane treatment of pets, rescue, adoption, and community education. We make a lifelong commitment to our adoption alumni and provide extensive post-adoption support. We strive to provide the highest standards of care in our adoption center and community programs

How can I adopt a pet from SPCA of Northern Nevada?

You can view our available pets on our website and visit our Adoption Center at 4950 Spectrum Blvd, Reno, NV. We are open for adoptions every day from 11 AM to 6 PM. The adoption process includes completing an application and meeting with our staff to ensure a good match.

What types of community programs do you offer?

We offer various community programs, including affordable spay/neuter services, vaccination and microchip clinics, pet surrender assistance, and behavior help. Additionally, we have educational programs and resources for pet owners in the community.

Are you a "no-kill" shelter?

We are sometimes asked whether we are “no kill”. The answer is YES. We will place every healthy or treatable, and safe pet. Period.Most importantly, we are pro-pet and people ! We offer daily enrichment to our animals, use training partnerships and behavior modification training when needed to get them ready for adoption, and work our tails off to find them loving homes.We are dedicated to humane treatment of the pets in our care even when that means making appropriate, humane euthanasia decisions. If they’re suffering, or a danger to our community, then we lovingly guide them over the rainbow

How can I volunteer or foster a pet?

We welcome volunteers and foster caregivers! You can apply to volunteer or foster by filling out the application forms available on our website . Volunteers can help with various tasks, and foster caregivers provide temporary homes for pets in need.

What is Todd’s Medical Fund?

Todd’s Medical Fund provides financial assistance for necessary veterinary procedures to pet owners who cannot afford the costs. This fund covers acute medical issues such as surgeries and severe dental procedures. For more info, visit Todd’s Medical Fund page here .

How can I donate to SPCA of Northern Nevada?

Donations can be made through our website here . We accept one-time donations, and recurring donations, and have opportunities for sponsorship. Your contributions directly support our programs and help pets in need​.

I need to surrender my pet. What do I need to do?

If you adopted your pet from the SPCA-NN: You may call or bring your pet back to us during our normal hours of operation. We make a lifetime commitment to our animals and will always take them back regardless of circumstances.If you did NOT adopt your pet from SPCA-NN: Surrendering is not a walk-in process. We only take surrendered cats or dogs that you did not adopt from us by appointment only. (For other domestic animals, please contact the Nevada Humane Society.) Do NOT abandon your pet(s): Abandoning them is ILLEGAL and punishable of up to $1,000 fine by Nevada law NRS 574.100. Alternative