OPEN FOR ADOPTIONS EVERY DAY 12PM TO 6PM
Improving the lives of pets and people.
1,487
Pets adopted into loving homes in 2023
3,914
Community and homeless pets fixed in 2023
11,236 vaccine and microchip clients in 2023
202 Todd's Fund recipients in 2023
492 foster cats and dogs placed in 2023
Only 14 day average for shelter length of stay
Home to Home™: Your Pet Rehoming Solution
Home To Home™ is a FREE online platform helping pets stay out of shelters. Whether you are looking to adopt or rehome a beloved pet, Home To Home™ connects local people with pets through direct home placement. It is a direct-to-adopter online resource that easily and safely allows you to list and search for pets in need of a new home.
“We truly believe there is a person for every animal.”
– Jill Vacchina Dobbs, Executive Director SPCA of Northern Nevada
Become a Volunteer
We had 24,410 volunteer hours in 2023! Join our volunteer team to help build lifelong relationships between people and pets.
Our Sponsor of the Month is Tahoe Pet Station! With 13 locations across the greater Nevada area, Tahoe Pet Station offers a wide variety of pet supplies at competitive prices, ensuring all your pet’s needs are met in one convenient stop. They are also dedicated supporters of local animal shelters, including the SPCA of Northern Nevada, actively promoting pet adoptions in the community. Stop by with your furry friend, grab a treat, and say hello!
Thank you, Tahoe Pet Station, for your continued support of our lifesaving mission.
SPCA of Northern Nevada FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Our mission is to be a leading advocate for animal welfare, focusing on the humane treatment of pets, rescue, adoption, and community education. We strive to provide the highest standards of care in our adoption center and community programs.
You can view our available pets on our website and visit our Adoption Center at 4950 Spectrum Blvd, Reno, NV. We are open for adoptions every day from 12 PM to 6 PM. The adoption process includes completing an application and meeting with our staff to ensure a good match.
We offer various community programs, including affordable spay/neuter clinics, vaccination and microchip clinics, pet surrender assistance, and behavior help. Additionally, we have educational programs and resources for pet owners in the community
Yes, we are a no-kill shelter. We place every healthy or treatable pet in loving homes and provide humane treatment, including necessary euthanasia for pets that are suffering or pose a danger to the community.
We welcome volunteers and foster caregivers! You can apply to volunteer or foster by filling out the application forms available on our website. Volunteers can help with various tasks, and foster caregivers provide temporary homes for pets in need
Todd’s Medical Fund provides financial assistance for necessary veterinary procedures to pet owners who cannot afford the costs. This fund covers acute medical issues such as surgeries and severe dental procedures. For more info, visit Todd’s Medical Fund page here.
Donations can be made through our website here. We accept one-time donations, and recurring donations, and have opportunities for sponsorship. Your contributions directly support our programs and help pets in need.
If you need to surrender your pet, please contact us to discuss the process and schedule an appointment. We review surrender profiles and work with pet owners to find the best possible outcome for the pet. For more information please visit this link.