MONTEREY COUNTY — Residents can support animal welfare and learn about responsible pet care through several February events organized by the SPCA Monterey County.
A Pawesome Valentine’s Day Camp is set for Saturday, Feb. 14, where children will learn about pets, responsible ownership and ways to keep animals mentally engaged using items found at home. Participants will also learn how adoptable animals are matched with new homes. Registration is available at spcamc.org/camp.
A low-cost mobile spay and neuter clinic will take place Wednesday, Feb. 18, in King City. Surgeries will cost $95 for male dogs and puppies and $55 for cats and kittens, with rabies vaccinations included. Services are available for pets ages 2 months to 6 years old, weighing 2 to 30 pounds, and are open to Monterey County residents. Deposits are required to reserve an appointment. Information is available at spcamc.org/mobile.
Fundraising events are also planned at local restaurants. On Feb. 18, from 4 to 9 p.m., Pizza My Heart – Del Monte Center will donate 30% of purchases to the SPCA’s Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center when customers use the code SPCA218. Orders can be placed online or by phone.
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, from noon to 11 p.m., BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse – Salinas will donate 20% of food and soft beverage sales to the SPCA for customers who present a flyer or use the code FEB905 for dine-in, takeout or curbside orders.
SPCA Monterey County, founded in 1905, is an independent, donor-supported humane society that shelters homeless and abused animals, investigates animal cruelty, rescues injured wildlife and provides education and community services. More information is available at spcamc.org.
