Founded in 1871, Dutchess County SPCA (DCSPCA) is one of the oldest SPCAs in the country. We are a no-kill shelter. DCSPCA is not a governmental agency, nor is it affiliated with the ASPCA. It is an independent charity, funded almost entirely by private donations.
We shelter animals in need and secure permanent homes for adoptable pets.
We provide practical and educational resources to the public to advance the highest standards of animal care and help keep pets in their homes.
We enforce humane law throughout Dutchess County.
We strive for a community in which all animals are treated with compassion and respect.