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Pennsylvania SPCA

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cause Description:
Founded in 1867, the Pennsylvania SPCA is the second oldest animal welfare organization in the nation and the largest and most comprehensive in Pennsylvania, with a no-kill philosophy, 97% live release rate and a track record of progressive programs benefiting animals and people. Each year, the Pennsylvania SPCA saves thousands of animals from cruelty and neglect, finds them new homes, and offers their owners low-cost, high-quality veterinary care. We are 100% donor-funded with zero reliance on federal, state or local dollars. In 2013, eighty-two cents of every dollar went directly to protect and save animals through our programs and services. Our five main service areas include: (1) Humane law enforcement; 13 officers covering 21 counties; in 2013, we investigated more than 11,000 investigations of animal cruelty and neglect and rescued 1400 animals from abusive situations (2) Adoption of homeless animals; in 2013, we adopted over 6,300 animals into new homes, contributing to a 97% live release rate. (3) Spay-and-neuter programs; in 2013, our veterinarians performed more than 9,000 s/n surgeries, preventing over 110,000 unwanted animals from being born. (4) Low-cost public veterinary clinic; in 2013, more than 26,000 animals were seen in our outpatient wellness clinics; one of our unique features is a rabies/distemper vaccine clinic on Wednesdays and Saturdays; (5) Humane education; presentations to schools, civic and community groups across the region to promote compassion and respect for animals; partnerships to enhance the community.

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