About Us
At the Brandywine Valley SPCA - Animal Health Center, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate veterinary care to your beloved pets. Founded in 1929, we have a rich history of advocating for humane animal treatment and have become the largest animal welfare organization in the region, helping nearly 20,000 animals annually across Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, and now Washington, D.C.
Our mission is to put the human back in humane animal treatment, ensuring that every animal receives the respect and dignity they deserve. We strive to be the recognized leader in animal welfare, empowering communities to treat life with respect and dignity. Our vision is to create a world where animals and humans live safely and peacefully together.
We offer a wide range of services designed to keep your pets healthy and happy. Our wellness clinics provide low-cost, high-quality veterinary services, including routine health checks, vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, and surgery. Our experienced medical staff specializes in spay/neuter surgeries, ensuring your pet receives the best care at an affordable fee. We also offer a variety of diagnostic tests and medical treatments to address any health issues your pet may face.
In addition to our medical services, we are committed to helping families keep their pets during hard times. We provide low-cost veterinary services and programs to support pet retention, including free vaccine clinics, pet food pantries, and low-cost spay and neuter surgeries. Our community cat programs aim to increase the health and wellness of community cats while reducing the number of animals born without homes.
We are proud to bring our expertise in animal care and progressive sheltering policies to the nation's capital. Our new partnership with DC Health aims to enhance and modernize animal services in Washington, D.C., ensuring safe, high-quality care for all animals. We are committed to minimizing conflict between people, pets, and wildlife while promoting harmonious coexistence.
At the Brandywine Valley SPCA - Animal Health Center, we believe in creating positive change within our community. We strive to control the homeless animal population and improve the lives of pets and their families. By choosing us, you are not only ensuring your pet receives the best care but also contributing to a community that values animal welfare.
We invite you to join us in this mission by volunteering, fostering, adopting, and donating. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of countless animals and families. Let us be your trusted partner in ensuring your pet's health and happiness.
Our Services
- Routine Wellness Care: Regular health checks and updated vaccinations to maintain your pet's health.
- Sick Visits: Comprehensive medical care for pets feeling under the weather.
- Spay/Neuter Services: Affordable spay/neuter surgeries to prevent unwanted litters and minimize undesirable behaviors.
- Surgery: Expert surgical care for a wide range of needs, from blockages to mass removals.
- Diagnostic Tests: Various diagnostic tests to address any health issues your pet may face.
- Community Cat Programs: Initiatives to increase the health and wellness of community cats.
- Pet Retention Programs: Free vaccine clinics, pet food pantries, and low-cost spay and neuter surgeries to support pet retention.
Get Involved
- Volunteer: Contribute to our mission by volunteering your time.
- Foster: Provide temporary care for animals in need.
- Adopt: Give a loving home to a deserving animal.
- Donate: Support our efforts with a donation.
Join us in our mission to create a world where animals and humans live safely and peacefully together.