We seek to protect domestic and feral animals from suffering created by uncontrolled reproduction.
OUR MISSION
SBPA (Sociedad Benefactora y Protección Animal de San Carlos, A.C.) is a bi-cultural not-for-profit volunteer organization with a decades long history in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. SBPA’s parent organization, SBPA Services, Inc., incorporated in 1995, is a 501(C)3 organization that is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona.
The mission of both SBPA Services, Inc. and its south-of-the-border non-profit, SBPA de San Carlos, is to protect animals and to alleviate the suffering created by their uncontrolled population growth. This goal is realized through a multi-faceted program that includes free spay and neuter clinics and certificates; and distribution of educational materials that promote responsible pet ownership.
Experience Our Mission Through this Informational Video.
In Mexico there are around 23 million dogs and cats. While 5.4 million of these animals live in homes, the remaining 70% live on the streets.
Download the instructions for post-surgery care of your dog or cat.
WHY?
The sterilization of all dogs and cats greatly helps to alleviate the suffering of animals as well as the spread of diseases to humans.
Reduce Stray Population
Unwanted litters needlessly suffer being born on the streets without proper food or care, enduring mistreatment, disease and starvation.
Better Temperament
Improve animal behavior by making them calm and gentle, reducing fighting and wandering away.
Reduce Spread of Diseases
Controlling the population reduces the risk of flea and tick borne diseases to humans such as rickettsia, lyme disease and gastrointestinal parasites.
Healthier Life for Animals
Sterilizing your pet eliminates many cancers amongst animals which leads to suffering and unexpected financial burden for the family. It also will result in less spraying and marking.
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Years of Service
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Free Sterilizations
LOOKING AHEAD
The SBPA operates solely on donations from individuals and businesses located both locally and afar. Our organized events and fundraisers are a major source of our seasonal income. These events are supported by many who volunteer their time and expertise to bring the ideas for these occasions to life. Please consider joining us this season!
Altered Tails Book Shoppe
ANNOUNCEMENT!
The SBPA Altered Tails Book Shoppe is moving! Our last day at the current location is next Saturday, June 1st.
We will reopen between Hammerheads and Barracuda Bob’s on Saturday, June 8th.
Our hours will be Thursday to Saturday from 10-2. This may vary as our volunteers take vacation but it will be posted on social media.
Come visit us at our new location.
SBPA Calendar
2025 SBPA Calendars are on sale daily during business hours at both Altered Tails Book Shoppe in the San Carlos Marina and Vive Real Estate in Plaza Arrecifes.
They are also on sale several hours a day Tuesday – Thursday at CiBanco.
Buy yours today!
Every calendar sold = one surgery for an animal in need.
November
Saturday 9th 7:30am to 3:00pm
Only 200 free surgeries will be available at this clinic
- Totally FREE
- No appointment required
- Minimum age of 3 months
- 8-hour fast prior to surgery
- Females wait 8 to 10 weeks after giving birth
Download here the instructions for post-surgery care of your dog or cat.
FUNDING FOR THE SBPA
Cash
ENVELOPE DROP-OFF
Drop-Off your envelope at Altered Tails Book Shoppe in the San Carlos Marina near Embarcadero Restaurant or Vive Real Estate office located in the Arco Gas Station Plaza.
Online
THROUGH PAYPAL
Click on the following button and select the amount you want to contribute. *Amount in US Dollars
TUCSON, AZ
American or Canadian check.
SPBA Services Inc.
Attn: Jonni Diane Rogers
4647 Holly Rose Drive
Green Valley, Arizona · 85622
OUR TEAM
Our board is a dynamic group of volunteers passionate about animals and the mission of the SBPA. Each person brings a special skill set to the table, allowing our successful achievements and growth. The board is supported by a large network of volunteers.
Caroline Durand
Suzanne Pinto
Jo Adair
Veronica Hadley
Laura Lane
Morgan Miller
Ariel Gaspar
We appreciate the time and expertise of the SPBA Veterinary Team. These men and women work tirelessly helping the SBPA achieve the goal of reducing the uncontrolled population growth one dog or cat at a time.
MVZ Edgar Espinoza
Médico Veterinario
EMVZ Roberto del Cid
Médico Veterinario
EMVZ Sebastian Leyva
Médico Veterinario
MVZ Julián García
Veterinario Asociado
MVZ Elena Martinez
Veterinario Asociado
Ing. Edgar Espinoza
Técnico Veterinario
C. Fausto Servín
Técnico Veterinario
C. Manuel Cruz
Técnico Veterinario
C. Rocío Orduño
Administración
Please complete the following contact form with your questions or comments. We will reply as soon as possible!
