Who We Are
The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA is a non-profit organization that has been serving the San Diego community since 1880. Our mission is to promote the humane treatment of animals, prevent cruelty to animals, and provide education to enhance the human-animal bond.
What We Do
We provide a wide range of services to the community, including animal adoptions, spay/neuter services, animal cruelty investigations, and educational programs. We also offer pet behavior training classes, pet loss support groups, and a pet food bank for low-income families.
Impact
Our organization has made a significant impact on the San Diego community. In 2020 alone, we rescued over 10,000 animals and found homes for over 8,000 pets. We also provided over 20,000 spay/neuter surgeries and investigated over 1,500 cases of animal cruelty.
Giving
There are many ways to support the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA. You can make a donation online, by mail, or by phone. You can also become a monthly donor or leave a legacy gift. Additionally, you can support our organization by shopping at our thrift stores or attending one of our fundraising events.
Grants
We are grateful for the support of our grant partners, who help us fund our programs and services. Some of our grant partners include the Petco Foundation, the ASPCA, and the San Diego Foundation.
Research
We are committed to advancing animal welfare through research. Our research initiatives focus on topics such as animal behavior, shelter medicine, and animal welfare policy.
Programs & Services
We offer a wide range of programs and services to the community, including:
– Animal adoptions
– Spay/neuter services
– Animal cruelty investigations
– Educational programs
– Pet behavior training classes
– Pet loss support groups
– Pet food bank for low-income families
Careers & Volunteer
We offer a variety of career and volunteer opportunities for those who are passionate about animal welfare. Whether you want to work directly with animals or support our organization behind the scenes, we have a role for you.
Funded Partners
We are proud to partner with a variety of organizations that share our commitment to animal welfare. Some of our funded partners include the San Diego Zoo, the Helen Woodward Animal Center, and the Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
Training & Certification
We offer a variety of training and certification programs for those who want to advance their knowledge and skills in animal welfare. Our programs include animal behavior certification, shelter medicine certification, and animal welfare policy certification.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to get involved with the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, please contact us:
San Diego Campus
5500 Gaines St.
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 299-7012
Escondido Campus
3450 E. Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 888-2275
Oceanside Campus
2905 San Luis Rey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 757-4357
FAQ
For answers to frequently asked questions about the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, please visit our FAQ page.
Web Links
– San Diego Humane Society and SPCA website: https://www.sdhumane.org/
– Donate to the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA: https://www.sdhumane.org/give/
– Volunteer with the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA: https://www.sdhumane.org/get-involved/volunteer/
– Learn about our educational programs: https://www.sdhumane.org/what-we-do/education/