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 The SMVHS is a private non-profit organization committed to providing shelter and care for homeless cats and dogs. At our facility on Black Road in Santa Maria, we have 23 indoor/outdoor dog runs and a room for 28 cats or kittens.Our adoption facility accepts pets from people who are no longer able to care for them and we work diligently on finding these pets a new, “forever” home. We also have a clinic that provides very low cost spaying and neutering for dogs and cats in our community. Did you know that SMVHS is not affiliated with, nor receives funding from the Humane Society of the United States or the ASPCA? Many people misunderstand and tell us they sent our donations to "headquarters." Please know that our only location is here in Santa Maria and donations sent elsewhere are not shared with us. We GREATLY appreciate your support!! HOW WE WORK We are supported by membership, fundraisers, donations, and a few grants, along with donations of animal supplies from individuals and local businesses. Additionally, we rely on hundreds of hours of volunteer time every month to ensure that our animals are cared for and the daily business of running the shelter and clinic is successfully handled. We have a very small staff, led by an Executive Director, who manage all aspects of animal care, the adoption process, assist contracted veterinarians in our spay/neuter clinic, and work with the general public to educate about the important work we do. MEET OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JILL TUCKER Jill Tucker joined our organization in September 2009. She comes to us with lots of experience in animal welfare, non-profit, and fundraising. Please stop by and say hi and get acquainted with our executive director.  Summary of Jill Tucker's Experience Our Pet Project is Under Way... SMVHS is moving forward in our efforts to save and place animals... Learn more about our "Pet Project" |