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Adopt From the Shelter or Buy Your New Dog? Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert on Fraudulent and Cruel Puppy Sales Practices
The San Francisco SPCA joins California Attorney General Rob Bonta in urging pet lovers to adopt from shelters or, if purchasing, to stay vigilant when selecting a breeder. In a
Grooming Your Pet at Home
Grooming can be a perfect way to strengthen your relationship with your pet while keeping them at their best. Brushing, bathing, trimming, and cleaning will help them feel better, prevent
Dangers of Essential Oils: Dogs
Dangers of Essential Oils: Dogs Essential oils are known for their calming aromas, and many of us regularly use them around our homes as plug-in diffusers, potpourri, candles, or sprays.
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Adopt From the Shelter or Buy Your New Dog? Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert on Fraudulent and Cruel Puppy Sales Practices
The San Francisco SPCA joins California Attorney General Rob Bonta in urging pet lovers to adopt from shelters or, if purchasing, to stay vigilant when selecting a breeder. In a
SB 1233 Allows California Veterinary Schools to Develop Specialized Programs to Combat the Pet Overpopulation Crisis
Great news! On Thursday, September 26, 2024, Senate Bill 1233 (SB 1233)—a critical piece of animal welfare legislation supported by the SF SPCA—was officially signed into law by Governor Gavin
Second Annual Animal Advocacy Day – COMPLETE!
UPDATE: Thank you once again for your unwavering support and dedication to animals. Together, we are making a difference! See you at Advocacy Day 2025! Second Annual Animal Advocacy Day
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First-Ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day Finds Homes for 3,609 Pets, Nearly Doubles Goal
After resounding success, the statewide adoption event will return to California in June 2025 SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 18, 2024 — Today, California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty
CalAnimals, SF SPCA, and the ASPCA to Host First-Ever California Adopt-a-Pet Day on June 1
More than 150 California animal shelters and groups offering free adoptions with the goal to find loving homes for 2,024 pets ASPCA providing funds to cover adoption fees for participating
California Assembly Unanimous in Expanding Access to Veterinary Telehealth
SACRAMENTO (June 5, 2023) —On a bipartisan vote of 76-0, the California State Assembly overwhelmingly passed Assembly Bill 1399 to increase access to veterinary care services via telehealth, jointly authored