Animal Ally | SPCA of Northern Nevada

Learn all about animals and how to be the best friend to them that you can be!

Cat Communication

Learn how cats communicate with us!

Cat looking at camera

Dog Communication: Calm vs. Stress Signals

Learn how dogs communicate with us!

Close-up of black lab nose and eyes.

November 27, 2019

What You Should Know About Declawing Cats

Black cat sitting and staring into camera.

November 16, 2020

How Your Gift Helps the SPCA of Northern Nevada

Veterinary technician smiling at dog.

September 16, 2020

What to Do if You’ve Lost Your Pet

Puppy gazing away

August 12, 2020

Moving with Pets: A how-to guide for a safe and happy move

Cat rolling next to a box on the floor.

July 3, 2020

10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Adopting a Pet

Two young men looking at a dog inside a kennel, smiling.

July 16, 2019

What Fostering an Anxious Dog Taught Me About Life and Love

Foster parent holding their foster dog and smiling at camera.

March 4, 2019

10 Reasons Why You Should Foster

Foster volunteer holding her foster kittens in her arms.

Living with Neighborhood Cats FAQ

How to coexist with cats in your community.

Cat lying on a ledge.

About Trap, Neuter, Return Programs

Spaying and neutering to help control the homeless cat population.

Cat lying in grass.

How to Help Homeless Pets in Your Community

Give, act, and share your knowledge to help homeless pets.

brown border collie and orange kitten on a white background.

Preventing Dog Bites

Keep your family and pets safe from preventable bites.

Bulldog with open mouth

Choosing a Responsible Breeder

A helpful guide to finding a puppy or kitten through a responsible breeder.

two smiling girls with a goldendoodle in their lap

Why Do People Crop Dogs Ears: What You Should Know About Tail Docking and Ear Cropping

Learn how tail docking and ear cropping can harm your dog.

Doberman standing in field with cropped ears and docked tail.

What to Do If You Find a Kitten

A list of signs that a kitten needs your help.

Small kitten in the grass.

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"Animals are the bridge between us and the beauty of all that is natural. They show us what's missing in our lives, and how to love ourselves more completely and unconditionally. They connect us back to who we are, and to the purpose of why we're here." ― Trisha McCagh