Mission: To make Dutchess County safe and humane for companion animals and people by providing temporary shelter for stray and homeless companion animals primarily in Dutchess County and in an environment that meets or exceeds the needs of the companion animals; ·actively encourages adoptions with new families; and facilitates companion animal and care retention by working collaboratively and compassionately with companion animal owners through our humane law department and accessible veterinary wellness clinic. (Less)

Dutchess County SPCA is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1963, and donations are tax-deductible.