The SPCA Serving Erie County Announces Dog Kennel Renovations, Adjusted Dog Admissions, and Foster Home Needs

November 26, 2024: We’re thrilled to announce some exciting improvements coming to the SPCA Serving Erie County! To provide the best possible care for our dogs, we’re giving their living spaces a makeover. This includes renovating the dog kennels and meet-and-greet rooms with new floors and fresh paint to create a more comfortable, welcoming, and clean environment. Our dedicated staff rigorously cleans the dog kennels every day to prevent the spread of disease. However, this essential sanitation can damage flooring materials. Refinishing the floors will eliminate cracks and crevices where germs can linger, creating a safer and more sanitary environment for the dogs in our care. The effects of proper flooring on dog welfare is well-documented, and keeping the flooring comfortable, germ-free, and safe, with their feet exposed to as few irritants as possible is paramount to their health.

This renovation project will take about a month to complete, and to ensure everything runs smoothly for our residents, we’ll be making some changes to our dog admissions process. Starting December 1, we’ll be welcoming fewer dogs in to our care. Then, beginning January 2, we’ll temporarily pause admitting new dogs to keep our current pups safe and comfortable during construction.

While our capacity is limited, we’ll prioritize admitting dogs with the most urgent needs, such as those rescued from unsafe environments or requiring immediate medical care.

Since space will be limited during the renovation, we’re also hoping to find temporary foster homes for our adoptable dogs. The SPCA would be incredibly grateful if you have room in your heart and home for a dog! Fostering is completely free, and we provide everything you need to care for your temporary companion. Visit our Foster Care page to learn more and apply!

Please note that two of our popular programs, Doggie Entourage and If the Fur Fits, will be temporarily paused during this time.

We appreciate your understanding as we work to create a wonderful space for our dogs! We’re hoping for a smooth renovation and can’t wait to unveil the new and improved digs for our pups!

We’re incredibly grateful to the NYS Companion Animal Capital Fund for their generous support of this project. Their contribution plays a vital role in helping us create a better future for our community’s dogs!