Medicine Hat SPCA
Our Mission
At the Medicine Hat SPCA, we are dedicated to providing protective care for sick, injured, and unwanted animals while fostering a community that understands and meets their needs. We strive to create a world where all companion animals enjoy the five essential freedoms, from hunger and thirst to the ability to express natural, well-being-promoting behaviors.
Our History and Community
Established in 1979, we have proudly served the Medicine Hat area for over 40 years. From our humble beginnings relying on foster homes to our current facility on Southwest Drive, our growth has been driven by a shared goal: to build a community that universally values animals.
How We Care
We operate as a community-based shelter that provides protective care, enrichment, and medical support for animals in need. Our work is bolstered by an active foster network, allowing us to provide individualized attention to moms with litters, orphaned puppies and kittens, and animals with specific medical or behavioral requirements. We are committed to a Capacity for Care system that ensures every animal receives the attention they deserve, and we do not euthanize for space, age, or breed.
Finding Your Perfect Companion
Adoption is the start of a joyful partnership that enriches the lives of both the person and the animal. Our goal is to help you find the perfect forever home match for your lifestyle and our animals' unique personalities. We believe that choosing to adopt a family member is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make.
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to welcome a new companion into your life? We invite you to visit our adoption pages to meet the wonderful animals currently in our care. Please call our shelter at 403-526-7722 to schedule a time to meet your potential new best friend today.
- Dedicated and friendly staff
- Community-focused animal care
- Restrictive adoption policies
9/9 - Let's Chat: Controlling the pet population - Medicine Hat News
As a volunteer for the Medicine Hat SPCA and devoted feline enthusiast (crazy cat lady), I know firsthand the challenges shelter workers face every day when caring for pets that are surrendered. So, when they asked if I would be willing to share my column with them once a month to highlight the needs of
