The Merced SPCA
$5 CHALLENGE

Merced County Animal Services has the 2nd highest kill-rate in California at over 38%. That means almost 40% of the pets and strays that enter the doors will NEVER leave. (Animalrescuesforchange.org/2020-2024)

Statistics have shown that almost 90% of strays, homeless and abandoned animals in Merced County are a direct result of unaltered pets.

The Merced SPCA is committed to finding solutions for decreasing the number of unaltered pets in our communities. We have had great success with our low-cost spay and neuter programs for cats and dogs. Unfortunately, those programs are funded by grants and when the funding is spent, the program ends.

This year, we are challenging you to support a continuous low-cost spay and neuter program to help us decrease the overwhelming number of unhoused animals on our streets.

For a one-time gift of $5.00 (the price of a Starbucks or Dutch Brothers drink), you can support our ongoing effort to eliminate the loss of lives in our local shelter. No animal should have to die, just because they were born.

If every adult in Merced County donates today, we can fund this program for FIVE YEARS.

Your gift of $5.00 will save a life. CLICK ON THE BOX BELOW TO DONATE AND SHARE TODAY!

LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM

Here's how the program works:

Complete the enrollment form BELOW for your pet and email to merced.spca@yahoo.com

Pre-pay $45 per cat or kitten using either Venmo or Paypal. Once payment has been received, you will be emailed 3 dates to choose from - select the date and email back to merced.spca@yahoo.com

Your appointment will be made and paid for by Merced SPCA and confirmation will be emailed to you. Drop off your pet to on the appointment date:

8:30 a.m. for cats or kittens

ALL SPAYS/NEUTERS WILL BE DONE AT:

HOPE Foundation

5490 W Spruce Ave

Fresno, CA 93722

This appointment is for spay/neuter with pain medication and does not include vaccines, additional pain medication or any other services. If you want your pet to get any additional services, you must pay for them at the time of check-in. No specialty or exotic breeds allowed: Sphynx cats, French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs or Pugs.

You must arrange for or transport your pet at your own expense. Merced SPCA will NOT be responsible for any transportation. If you need to reschedule your appointment, you must do so at least 7 DAYS in advance of your appointment date. There will be no refunds for missed appointments. Limit 2 cats or 2 dogs per household.

*There is always a risk to your pet prior to or during any surgery. Please be aware that the Merced SPCA will not be held liable for any complications that arise during or after your pet's surgery. Please follow the instructions provided to you by HOPE Foundation for surgical after-care to avoid the possibility of infection, illness or death of your pet.

CAT/KITTEN
ENROLLMENT FORM

THE PROGRAM FOR DOGS AND PUPPIES IS NOW CLOSED.
All slots have been filled.

WELCOME TO THE
MERCED SPCA

ANIMAL RESCUE BY THE NUMBERS

100%
Dedication to Saving Lives

2500 +
Trap-Neuter-Return
(TNR)

46,000
Unwanted Kitten Births Prevented

40
Community
Volunteers

350
Adopted Cats and Kittens

70+
Community Cat Colonies Managed

Merced SPCA

Who We Are

Merced SPCA is dedicated to rescuing animals in need, providing them with a safe haven, and ensuring their health and well-being. We believe in the power of fostering, adopting, and rescuing animals to give them a second chance at a loving home. Our team is committed to making a difference in the lives of these animals and creating a community that values compassion and care for all creatures. At Merced SPCA, we’re passionate about rescuing animals and providing essential services like low-cost vaccinations and TNR programs. With your support, we can continue to care for stray cat colonies and find loving homes for every animal.