Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

We provide comprehensive physical exams for all animals in our care, including health assessments as part of our daily veterinary services.

We administer core vaccinations such as rabies, distemper, and parvo to ensure the health and protection of animals in our shelter.

We offer parasite treatment, which includes flea and tick prevention as part of our standard veterinary care for animals in shelter.

We provide deworming treatments to address intestinal parasites as part of our comprehensive veterinary care.

We utilize digital X-rays as part of our Extra-Mile Fund services, providing advanced diagnostics for complex cases requiring orthopedic or other specialized evaluations.

We provide tooth extractions as part of our dental care services for animals with severe oral health problems.

Our shelter provides spay and neuter surgeries through our low-cost PetHood program, contributing to community animal health.

Our team repairs wounds and lacerations for animals in need, ensuring proper healing and recovery.

Our team provides emergency stabilization for animals with acute injuries or illnesses, ensuring they receive immediate medical attention.

We offer hospitalization and continuous monitoring for animals requiring specialized care beyond standard treatment protocols.

Our veterinary staff provides pain management solutions to ensure the comfort of animals undergoing medical procedures or recovering from injuries.

We perform sanitary shaves and other grooming tasks as part of our medical care for animals with specific health needs.

We address medical grooming needs, including anal gland expression for animals requiring specialized care.

Our veterinary staff conducts quality-of-life assessments to determine the best care options for animals with chronic conditions or injuries.