Salinas, CA
1002 Monterey-Salinas Highway
The SPCA for Monterey County is a dedicated nonprofit, independent humane society committed to serving the animals and people of Monterey County. Our mission encompasses sheltering homeless, neglected, and abused pets and livestock, providing vital humane education, and offering a wide array of community services. We are the trusted local agency for investigating animal cruelty, rescuing and rehabilitating injured wildlife, and providing aid to domestic animals in distress, ensuring their well-being and promoting a compassionate community.
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