The mission of SPCA International is simple but vast: to advance the safety and well-being of animals.
The first Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) was organized in England in 1824, primarily to prevent the abuse of carriage horses in the days before automobiles. Horses were driven through freezing cold winters and stiflingly hot summers, often with little food, water or rest. The carriage drivers were interested only in […]
JOIN OUR CAUSE The mission of SPCA International is simple but vast: to advance the safety and well-being of animals. JOIN OUR CAUSE EDUCATION & ADVOCACY Take Action and Learn with SPCA International Pet Advice Quick tips and helpful guidance on how to take care of your animals and ensure their health, from treating fleas […]
It might surprise you, but there is currently no federal law against animal cruelty. While all 50 states consider animal cruelty a felony offense, the lack of federal law means local law enforcement often struggles with cases involving federal land or multiple states.
Star was tied to a tree and left for dead when panic gripped a Dominican Republic community over several rabies cases and spurred the abandonment and killing of many innocent and healthy street dogs. Fortunately for Star, she was rescued in time.
Thanks to the generous financial support of our North American supporters, dozens of volunteers and veterinary staff were able to sterilize over 50 stray dogs who live beside a dangerously busy stretch of highway in Ecuador. SPCA International staff were lucky to see them in action!
Founded in 2017, Save Animals is the first animal protection in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They are working hard to change how animals are treated in DRC. Save Animals has been working tirelessly since its conception to provide essential veterinary care and humane education to their community. Through vaccination clinics, workshops and campaigns Save Animals is providing […]
Founded in 2014, Sunshine Kitty Rescue and Adoptions has been dedicated to changing the attitude toward feral cats by empowering locals to be part of the solution. Sunshine Kitty Rescue and Adoptions is a volunteer-run organization dedicated to reducing the number of unwanted cats and kittens in their community through trap/neuter/vaccinate/release. Feral cat colonies are closely monitored and […]
Founded in 2014, Ruff Tales Rescue has been dedicated to finding stable forever homes for dogs dumped in Southern U.S. “kill shelters”. Ruff Tales Rescue rescues 400 dogs annually from “kill shelter” with the help of their 150 volunteers. They work tirelessly to provide socialization and companionship to the many animals in their care. Giving every animal the […]
Founded in 2007, Healing Animal SCARS (Sonya’s Cat and Animal Rescue) has been dedicated to providing medical care to the stray and feral cats of Nova Scotia. Healing Animal SCARS works tirelessly to provide the cats of Nova Scotia the best chance at life through rescue, adoption, trap/neuter/vaccinate/release, feral colony care and humane education. With the hard work […]
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