Our adoptions are by appointment only!
Learn how to adopt here:
If you need to rehome or surrender an animal, DO NOT abandon them at the Ulster County SPCA . We are happy to work with you and your situation to take the animal into our care. Abandoning an animal is against the law, and anyone who does so will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
To rehome an animal, please call us at (845) 331-5377 and choose Reception at extension 1. Please note that as of Dec 2024, we do have waiting lists for taking in animals, due to being at capacity in the shelter. We will work with you to make arrangements to take in the animal as soon as possible, and may even be able to offer foster-to-surrender. We give priority to animals adopted from the Ulster County SPCA and to residents of Ulster County, NY.
Our clinic is not currently accepting
any appointments for the time being.
FOSTERS NEEDED
The Ulster County SPCA is at FULL CAPACITY and we’re looking for members of the community to become temporary fosters of dogs, cats, and small animals.
Our fosters provide temporary housing for a single dog or cat in their home, making it possible for us to continue to take in animals surrendered into our care, emergency boarding cases, lost pets trying to get back home, and stray animals. We do not euthanize due to lack of space – and we need your help to continue giving animals safe shelter!
Fosters are provided with food and supplies to care for the animal in their home, and help with adoptions by transporting the animals to their adoption appointments at the Ulster County SPCA. We cover any veterinary needs, and there is no financial cost to the foster.
Becoming a foster is easy! Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@ucspca.org!
HOW TO DONATE
Because we receive no government funding, nor any from the ASPCA, we rely solely on the generous contributions from our community. Our shelter simply would not exist without your support, and we would not be able to help so many animals in need. Donate today by clicking below to our Donation Portal. If you would like to make an in-kind donation of goods, go to our wish list under the “Get Involved” section of our website. Thank you for your generosity!
Cash donations are needed more than any other type of donation right now. Donations can be mailed to 20 Wiedy Rd, Kingston NY 12401, called in to 845-331-5377, or given by clicking the donate button. All donations go towards caring for the animals in our shelter and providing basic pet supplies and care for members of our community. If you would like to donate in-kind items to the Ulster County SPCA, please leave them outside our shelter in the donation bins at the end of the sidewalk.
UPCOMING EVENTS
No events currently listed for January 2025. Come back soon!
ARTIST OF THE MONTH FOR JANUARY
Our artist for the month is Erin Murphy. She makes her home in Kingston, NY with her rescue critters- dog Artemis, cat Betty White, lizard Lucille, snake Moe, and horse Portia. She is a self- taught, lifelong artist and avid animal lover. Erin works in mixed media- specializing in drawing and painting, primarily with colored pencil and watercolor. She takes her inspiration from the beauty of the natural world. Animals and nature are themes in her work. She enjoys experimenting with different media and techniques to capture the beauty and individuality of the flora and fauna around us.
Visit us during our open hours, Tuesday-Sunday 11:30-3:30 to view in person throughout the month of October! 25% of all proceeds go directly to the Ulster County SPCA!
SPONSORSHIP
We are thrilled to announce that Sunflower Market will be our year-long Pet of the Month sponsor in 2025!
“Sunflower Market is excited to collaborate with the Ulster County SPCA and their remarkable Pet Path program in 2025! We’re delighted to bring a touch of magic to Ulster County, ensuring that our beloved furry companions are safe, happy, and receive affordable care. We are thankful for the chance to help shelter animals find their forever homes while supporting our wonderful neighbors and community. As a local independent business, we strive to make a positive difference, especially so close to home. Become a sponsor of the Ulster County SPCA and spread joy to countless wagging tails and grateful hearts!”
The Pet of the Month sponsorship highlights a different dog, cat or small animal each week. In social media posts, online videos, onsite posters, radio promotions, print articles and collaboration with local businesses, we aim to bring attention to shelter animals that might otherwise be overlooked. Often, reading about a particular animal encourages a potential adopter to come in and meet them. Every pet is their own individual and deserves the opportunity to put their best paw forward.
Sponsors are recognized in each “Pets of the Week” online video and poster for individual pets, the monthly e-newsletter to donors, mention during the weekly radio spot on “The Happy Hour with Nadine Ferraro”, and a focused social media post each week for the sponsored month.
Did you know the Ulster County SPCA is 95% funded by community members, businesses and civic organizations, and is not a part of either the ASPCA or the Ulster County government? It is this direct local support that keeps our doors open daily, fighting animal abuse and neglect, providing low-cost veterinary care, ensuring safe haven for homeless animals and offering solutions to keep pets in their homes.
Our mission and work is possible thanks to our monthly sponsors and the support of local businesses like Sunflower Market. Thank you for working hand-in-paw with us to care for the abused, neglected and homeless animals of Ulster County!
We are thrilled to announce that Lucas Pet Supply is now a Pet Pantry Partner with us!
To shop at Lucas Pet Supply and donate to the Ulster County SPCA,
visit www.lucaspetsupply.com or visit them at 30 Joys Lane, Kingston NY.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers must be age 18+ to work directly with the animals. Contact our Volunteer Coordinator by phone (extension 6) or by email to discuss volunteer application and schedule an orientation. We always need volunteers!
SPAY & NEUTER CLINIC
Our Spay/Neuter Clinic is open for surgical appointments. To learn more and schedule an appointment, please contact our Clinic Coordinator (Mondays through Thursdays) either by phone (extension 2) or by email. Surgeries are scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Artists for Animals
Ulster County SPCA is happy to continue its successful Artists for Animals program. The project merges the animal community with the growing art community in the Hudson Valley. Each month featured artists display their work at the shelter with proceeds from the sale of their work going to the animals.
WE ARE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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