The Placer SPCA organizes events for volunteers, pet owners, youth, and others throughout the year. Events are an important part of our programs to serve the pets and people of Placer County.

Our various fundraising events raise money and awareness for the homeless companion animals of Placer County.  By attending a fundraising event, you not only support a wonderful cause, but you have a great time doing it!  For more information, including how you can serve as a sponsor of an upcoming event, please click on the link provided or call (916) 782-7722 or (530) 885-7387, extension 102, or email funddevelopment@placerspca.org.

For more event dates, including volunteer and behavior classes, please visit our Events Calendar.

Are you a vendor? The Placer SPCA offers vendor opportunities at Pet Fest and Barktoberfest.

Upcoming special events are listed below:

Foster Homes Urgently Needed to Care for Newborn Kittens!
Foster Care Classes are currently scheduled for the following dates:

You may attend a Foster Care Class if you are a current Placer SPCA volunteer, or would like to become a volunteer. You will be able to begin fostering immediately after taking a Foster Care Class.

All classes will be held in the Placer SPCA Education Room. If you would like to attend one of the above dates, please sign up by sending an email to: volunteer@placerspca.org. Please specify which session you would like to attend.

View and share a flyer about becoming a foster volunteer.

Rabies Clinic
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
6:00 - 7:00 pm

Rabies shots are only $5. No appointment required. Please be sure to have your dogs on leash and cats in carriers. This clinic will be held here at the Placer SPCA.

Microchips only $20 during the clinic and all Placer SPCA business hours. Representatives from the City of Roseville will be on hand for dog licensing.
Print and share the Rabies Clinic 2010 Schedule.

Grand Opening - Placer SPCA Thrift Store
Saturday, August 14, 2010
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Join us for our Thrift Store Grand Opening!
Please visit our Thrift Store page for more information and a coupon for August 14!

Rabies Clinic
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
6:00 - 7:00 pm

Rabies shots are only $5. No appointment required. Please be sure to have your dogs on leash and cats in carriers. This clinic will be held here at the Placer SPCA.

Microchips only $20 during the clinic and all Placer SPCA business hours. Representatives from the City of Roseville will be on hand for dog licensing.
Print and share the Rabies Clinic 2010 Schedule.

Barktoberfest
Saturday and Sunday, October 2 and 3, 2010

A new and exciting festival for canines and their well-behaved human companions, Barktoberfest will begin with Barks, Brats, and Bids on Saturday, October 2 and continue with a Family Festival on Sunday, October 3. Sponsorships and vendor opportunities are available. Learn more.

Estate Planning Workshop
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
12:00 - 1:30 pm at Placer SPCA

Do I need an estate plan? How can I do the most good for those in need and realize my personal goals? These questions and more will be answered at the Placer SPCA Estate Planning Workshop, presented by Certified Financial Planner Colin S. Grahl.

Read more about the Estate Planning Workshop. Advance signup is required for this free workshop. Please RSVP to the Development Department by April 21 at (916) 782-7722 x. 102 / (530) 885-7387 x. 102 or funddevelopment@placerspca.org.

Santa Claws
Saturday and Sunday, November 6 and 7, 2010
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Come to the Placer SPCA for fun family photos with Santa, furry family included! Affordable photo packages make great holiday cards, and all proceeds benefit the Placer SPCA.

Holiday Open House
Thursday, December 2, 2010

As our guests, enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres, refreshments and desserts, and center tours, as well as a silent auction, raffle and holiday gift store.

Please check back for more 2010 events!

For more information contact Placer SPCA by calling (916) 782-SPCA (7722) or (530) 885-PETS (7387), send us email or complete our online information request.