About Placer SPCA
Our Mission
The mission of the Placer Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Placer SPCA) is to enhance the lives of companion animals and support the human-animal bond.
Our Vision
The vision of Placer SPCA is to ensure:
- Every adoptable companion animal in Placer County has a home
- Every lost companion animal in Placer County is reunited with its owner
- Every dog and cat owner in Placer County has access to affordable spay and neuter services
- Every companion animal is treated with kindness and respect
Our Values
- Adaptability: We are flexible and responsive in meeting the ever-changing needs of the animals and people in our community
- Compassion to All: We show kindness and understanding towards all people and animals
- Education & Awareness: We engage with the community through educational programs and public information efforts to increase awareness and understanding
- Integrity: We earn trust by always being honest and fair while treating all people and animals with dignity and respect
- Responsible Stewardship: We are careful and responsible with the animals and resources entrusted to our care
- Safety (Animals, Staff, and Community): We ensure a safe workplace, and foster a safer community for people and animals
As we live these values, we support our mission and vision, as well as help the community understand and appreciate the work of the Placer SPCA.
Our Impact
View or download Placer SPCA’s 2024 Annual Report by clicking the image below.
Placer SPCA is proud to follow the Asilomar Accords, the national standard on data collection and transparency for animal shelters.
For a full report of our 2024 animal intake and outcomes (Asilomar Accords), click here.
About Us
Founded in 1973, the Placer SPCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of companion animals and supporting the human-animal bond. Today, we are the largest and most comprehensive nonprofit animal welfare provider in Placer County. In 2018 the Placer SPCA opened a best in animal welfare practices Adoption & Education Center and can house up to 4,000 animals annually. Currently, we are constructing a new 8,800 square foot Veterinary and Foster Care Center that will elevate our care for the medical needs of shelter and community animals. The Placer SPCA continues to grow and provide many innovative programs to enhance animal well-being and improve adoptability, such as: environmental enrichment and socialization strategies, behavior modification counseling and training, foster care, and mobile adoption. We also work closely with the community to provide adoption counseling, pet retention services, spay/neuter assistance and education, pet lost and found, humane education, collaborative rescue efforts, and volunteer opportunities.
Placer SPCA is not affiliated with any other entity and does not receive donations from ASPCA or HSUS.
Equity Statement
Placer SPCA welcomes all members of our community to work together to enhance the lives of companion animals and support the human-animal bond. We are committed to serving the pets and people of Placer County and embracing an atmosphere where all feel comfortable and included. We believe a diverse organization is a healthy organization and will continue in our efforts to provide an equitable and inclusive environment.
4-Star Charity Navigator
Placer SPCA has received a 4-star rating for the 17th consecutive year from Charity Navigator–America’s largest independent evaluator of charities, placing us in the top 1% of charities nation-wide for our fiscal responsibility and transparency. For more information on what this rating means, click here. To view our profile on Charity Navigator, click here.
Platinum Level GuideStar Participant
Placer SPCA is a platinum-level GuideStar participant, demonstrating our commitment to transparency. To view our profile on GuideStar, click here.
Financial Statements
Placer SPCA’s Nonprofit Status