SPCA of Northern Nevada Shelter

<h3>Why Does My Dog DO That?!</h3>
Why does your dog bark at the window, jump when guests arrive, pull on walks, or do that one incredibly specific thing you just cannot figure out?
Join SPCA of Northern Nevada for The Truth About Cats &amp; Dogs: Understanding Behavior, Communication, &amp; Companionship, a FREE community seminar series presented by Certified Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC.
This week is all about dog behavior. Kelley will take a closer look at why dogs do what they do, helping pet guardians better understand the motivations behind common canine behaviors and what our dogs may be trying to communicate.
Tuesday, October 13 | 6–8 p.m.
SPCA of Northern Nevada Adoption Center 4950 Spectrum Blvd., Reno, NV 89512
This seminar is FREE and open to the community, with no registration required. Attend one session or join us for all four! Donations are encouraged and help support SPCA of Northern Nevada’s lifesaving work. Please leave your pets comfortably at home.

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Washoe County Regional Animal Services

<h3>FREE Community Spay/Neuter Clinic | October 16–18</h3>
Affordable veterinary care should be within reach for every pet family.
SPCA of Northern Nevada, Washoe County Regional Animal Services, and Animal Balance are partnering to provide a&nbsp;FREE three-day spay/neuter clinic&nbsp;for qualifying northern Nevada residents on&nbsp;October 16–18, 2026.
Over the course of the clinic, the partners hope to provide up to 200 pets with&nbsp;free spay/neuter surgery, essential vaccines, and a microchip, helping families access preventative veterinary care while reducing unwanted litters and pet homelessness in our community.
Clinic Dates:&nbsp;October 16–18, beginning at 7 a.m.
Location:&nbsp;Washoe County Regional Animal Services, 2825 Longley Lane, Suite A, Reno, NV
Cost:&nbsp;FREE
Appointments are required.
<h3>Who Is Eligible?</h3>
The clinic is available to&nbsp;Northern Nevada residents with a combined household income of $60,000 or less per year.
The clinic can serve:
<ul><li>Cats from family homes</li><li>Dogs weighing 90 pounds or less</li></ul>
For the safety of participating pets, brachycephalic dogs, dogs over 90 pounds, and feral or community cats cannot be accommodated through this clinic.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 22 at 8 a.m.&nbsp;through the SPCA of Northern Nevada website. Space is limited and appointments are expected to fill quickly.
Spaying and neutering supports the health and well-being of our pets while helping prevent unwanted litters before they begin. This clinic is one more way local organizations are working together to make preventative care more accessible for pets and the people who love them.

Local Event: FREE Community Spay/Neuter Clinic

FREE Community Spay/Neuter Clinic

FREE Community Spay/Neuter Clinic | October 16–18
Affordable veterinary care should be within reach for every pet family.
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<h3>Why Does My Cat DO That?!</h3>
Cats can be mysterious—but their behavior usually isn't as random as it seems!
Join SPCA of Northern Nevada for The Truth About Cats &amp; Dogs: Understanding Behavior, Communication, &amp; Companionship, a FREE community seminar series presented by Certified Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC.
During this session, Kelley will dive into cat behavior, helping attendees better understand why cats behave the way they do, what their behaviors can tell us, and how learning to see the world from a cat's perspective can strengthen the relationship we share with them.
Tuesday, October 20 | 6–8 p.m.
SPCA of Northern Nevada Adoption Center 4950 Spectrum Blvd., Reno, NV 89512
This seminar is FREE and open to the community, with no registration required. Attend one session or join us for all four! Donations are encouraged and help support SPCA of Northern Nevada’s lifesaving work. Please leave your pets comfortably at home.

Why Does My Cat DO That?!
Cats can be mysterious—but their behavior usually isn't as random as it seems!
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PetSmart

Your new best friend might be waiting for you at PetSmart!
Join SPCA of Northern Nevada for our next Adopt Joy adoption event at PetSmart Los Altos, where adoptable pets will be out in the community and ready to meet their future families.
Stop by to meet SPCA-NN pets, talk with our adoption team, learn more about who might be the right fit for your home, and even complete a same-day adoption.
Saturday, October 24 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. or until all attending pets have been adopted
PetSmart Los Altos 255 Los Altos Pkwy., Sparks, NV
Adoptions are first come, first considered. Standard SPCA-NN adoption fees apply. Families adopting a puppy must have children ages 5 or older.
The attending pet lineup will be announced during the week leading up to the event, so follow SPCA of Northern Nevada on social media for the big reveal!
We’re grateful to PetSmart Los Altos for helping us bring adoptable pets beyond the Adoption Center and into the community, creating even more opportunities for pets and people to find each other.
Learn more about Adopt Joy and explore adoptable pets at <a href="https://spcanevada.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SPCANEVADA.ORG</a>.

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Adopt Joy with PetSmart

Your new best friend might be waiting for you at PetSmart!
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<h3>From Wags to Warnings: Dog Body Language &amp; Safety</h3>
A wagging tail doesn't always mean what you think it does.
Join SPCA of Northern Nevada for the final session of The Truth About Cats &amp; Dogs: Understanding Behavior, Communication, &amp; Companionship, a FREE community seminar series presented by Certified Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC.
Kelley will explore dog body language and safety, helping attendees recognize the signals dogs use to communicate comfort, stress, uncertainty, and more. Learn how a better understanding of canine communication can help create safer, more positive interactions between dogs and people.
Tuesday, October 27 | 6–8 p.m.
SPCA of Northern Nevada Adoption Center 4950 Spectrum Blvd., Reno, NV 89512
This seminar is FREE and open to the community, with no registration required. Attend one session or join us for all four! Donations are encouraged and help support SPCA of Northern Nevada’s lifesaving work. Please leave your pets comfortably at home.

From Wags to Warnings: Dog Body Language & Safety
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