To help keep pets healthy and safe at home with their families, we offer programs and resources for support.
Before surrendering your pet to a shelter
Please explore all available options. Many issues that cause families to consider giving up their pet can be solved with a little help — and we are here to provide it.
Pet Pantry
- Donations of unopened dry and wet pet food are accepted anytime during open hours.
- Pet owners in need may pick up food once per month, Tuesday–Sunday, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
- Learn more about the Pet Pantry Temporary Assistance Program.
- Sacramento SPCA Paw Pantry
- Front Street Animal Shelter - City of Sacramento Pet Pantry
- Living Water Assembly of God
7605 Lauppe Ln
Citrus Heights, California 95621
Call: 916-722-0754 - Twin Lakes Food Bank
Low & No Cost Pet Services
- Spay/Neuter Programs in Sacramento County
- PAWS Mobile Clinic
- Low-Cost Rabies/Vaccination Clinics & Microchips
- Financially friendly pet care resources
- Services supporting both humans and animals
- CSN Wellness Clinic
Low Cost Spay/Neuter
Local Wellness and Medical Care
- Elica Health Centers – Animal Services
- Mercer Veterinary Services (Loaves & Fishes)
1351 N C St, Sacramento, CA 95811
Call: 530-752-1143
Text: 530-424-8277
mercerclinicpets@gmail.com - Sacramento SPCA
Additional Resources
- RedRover
- Front Street Animal Shelter - City of Sacramento's list of veterinary care assistance programs
- Feeding Pets of the Homeless: A national organization that provides funding for unhoused individuals to get an appointment at a veterinary hospital.
- Pet Finder Foundation: Offering ER grants available through veterinary hospitals they partner with that range from $100-$1000.
Rehoming Your Pet
If you are unable to keep your pet despite available support, rehoming options are available to help your animal find a safe, loving new home at Rehome by Adopt a Pet.