Stockton shelter is 100% full and we are in crisis mode. There is no room left, with dogs waiting for a kennel to open up.

We can’t save lives without community support - we need large-dog fosters now! (Adopters help, too!)

If you have space and can take in a dog until it’s adopted, contact us TODAY to help save a life! There’s no time to wait!

Don't forget: We test the dogs with other large-breed dogs to help match you and make the best placements. (We cannot safely test our large dogs with kids, along with cats or small dogs.)

You can check out available dogs at sspetsalive.com.

Please don't wait; submit your application now and save a life!

And please spread the word!

Ready to get your bowl on and hit some pins in support of shelter dogs?! Don’t miss Bowling for Buddies, which supports SSPA’s life-saving programs for shelter dogs!

Scroll through this post to see a few of the raffle prizes!

The event is Oct. 30 from 1:30-4 p.m. at Land Park Lanes, 5850 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento!

✅ Have some spooky fun and rack up those strikes with awesome folks!

✅ Support SSPA’s life-saving programs for shelter dogs!

✅ Take part in a raffle and costume contest!

What could be better?!

The dogs really need your support, so please share and get your friends to join!

We need another volunteer photographer!

We're looking for someone to come to the Stockton shelter once a month for six hours on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday morning.

Our photography team is critical to help dogs find homes! Their spectacular photos capture potential adopters' attention!

Ready to do your part to save lives?

Email us today at sspadogs@gmail.com!

Cooper has been at home for 18 months now and is doing great!

Adopter Sydney sent us a wonderful update: "Writing to tell you that Cooper is doing great. He enjoyed a summer full of hiking, camping, and neighborhood walks. He continues to make new human friends wherever he goes. Cooper shows his affection for people by bringing them a shoe, toy, or whatever else he can pick up. He greets most people at the door with some item in his mouth. He was at the vet earlier this week for an upset tummy. The vet called us and said she thinks he is around 8 years old. My husband and I couldn’t stop laughing, our last vet aged him at 5-6 max. He has earned the nickname Grandpa Cooper, but you’d never guess he is an older man. We think he is still aging backwards. He does nightly zoomies in the backyard, keeps up on any hike, and will play tug of war until one of us humans gives up. We just love Cooper more than anything and hope that all the doggies in your care find their own loving families." 

We couldn't be happier for this wonderful boy and his family! We can't wait to keep following all of your adventures!

Panda found her perfect family, including a brother dog who looks almost like her twin! Look at these two beyond-adorable chonks!

Foster Lindsay said after the meet and greet: "I met with Allie and her husband and they loved Panda. Panda really liked them too ... leaning on them, wiggling her little butt, and kissing their faces. And it didn't take long for them to decide to take her home."

Adopter Allie reports Panda's doing wonderfully and she and her brother Ralph are getting along great!

What an adorable pack!

Isis, formerly Panda Bear, found her perfect match in adopter Fatemeh! Isn't this photo amazing?!

Foster Stephanie said of the meet and greet, "(Fatemeh) was so prepared, this was a great match. Had the donut cone to replace the big plastic cone, a nice collar and leash, she had a seat cover for her car and has a nice set up waiting for her at home. 💗 And Panda now Isis was so excited to see her and go home with her. It was a great feeling."

Thank you for taking this sweet girl home and giving her a wonderful life!

Butterscotch is loving life with her new family!

Adopter Bekah reports, "I wanted to let you know that Butterscotch is adjusting beautifully! She is an absolute delight. Thank you again for the wonderful referral. Thank you for the work you do!"

We love it! Congratulations Butterscotch - we hope you and yours have a beautiful life together!

Gizmo is already right at home with his family! Isn't this photo the cutest?!

His adopter Monica said, "We love him!! Thank you so much!! ❤️"

Congratulations Gizmo! Enjoy your new, adorable siblings!

Don’t forget: If you adopted through SSPA, we offer post-adoption counseling to help with your new dog’s transition into your home! Email sspadogs@gmail.com! You can send "Happy Tails" updates there as well!

These are just some of our incredible adoptable dogs! To view all adoptable dogs, visit sspetsalive.com or stocktonca.gov/animals!

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