The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is any of a number of animal welfare organizations whose operations include protecting and providing shelter to animals in danger. The SPCAs are non-profit organizations that campaign for animal welfare and take in abused or abandoned animals, and help them to get adopted.The S.P.C.A. is a group that helps protect sick and injured stray animals and animals in danger.See:
- United Kingdom
- United States
In the United States, all organizations using the name SPCA are independent organizations. There is no umbrella organization. The following is not a complete list, because many cities and states have SPCA organizations that do not have their own articles.
See also:
World Animal Day
worldanimalday.org.uk
Supports good conditions for endangered species and other animals. October 4 was picked as the day to celebrate our fellow creatures. Includes list of events, ways to help, and kid's page.
Animal Welfare Information Center (US Department of Agriculture)
nal.usda.gov
Large collection of information resources related to the improved care and use of laboratory, farm, companion, and exhibit animals.
