OUR MISSION

About SBPA

SBPA San Carlos is a bi-cultural not-for-profit volunteer organization with a decades long history in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.

The mission of SBPA 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.

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A Day in the Life of SBPA

Experience Our Mission & Amazing Staff.

Based on a 2021 survey, there are around 60 million dogs & cats in Mexico. An estimated 70% of these animals live on the streets of our communities.

Free Sterilization for Cats and Dogs

Esterilización gratuita para gatos y perros

We seek to protect domestic and feral animals from suffering created by uncontrolled reproduction.

Next Sterilization Clinic

Saturday June 13th – 7:30am – 3pm

Sábado, 13 de junio – 7:30 a. m. – 3:00 p. m.

Sunday June 14th – 7:30am – 3pm

Domingo, 14 de junio – 7:30 a. m. – 3:00 p. m.

LOCATION

The clinic is on a first-come, first-served basis, no appointments available. The first 300 surgeries of each day are free for animals in need and any additional surgery will require a donation of $400 MXN.

Directions to get to the new clinic: Turn right at the top sign where Hambones Insurance and Circle K are.. Pass the old clinic and SIXX and go to the end of the street just after the new OXXO, turn right and exit the asphalt, go two blocks down the crawl path and turn left. the clinic is on the left.

You can bring any cat or dog for free surgery, male or female, provided it meets the guidelines

If potentially pregnant, the vets can evaluate and determine if they can be fixed at that time.
Please, no food or water 8 hours before surgery.
We ask that cats be crated or secured in some other manner and that dogs be on a leash. This is to protect both your furry friend and others as there will be many around. If you don’t have access to transport, you can create one using black vegetable boxes tied together, a laundry basket with air holes, or a cardboard box with air holes.
Minimum age 3 months.
No breastfeeding mothers.

POST-OP INSTRUCTIONS

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Av. F, Ranchito Campestre, 85506 San Carlos, Son., Mexico

FUTURE CLINIC DATES

It’s that time of year, send us your photos of your furry friends for consideration to be in the SBPA 2027 calendar. One animal per photo, no humans in the photo. Please submit your photos by June 15th to j.latham380@gmail.com

SBPA San Carlos is a Mexican registered non-profit located in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. SBPA San Carlos provides free spay & neuter clinics to San Carlos and surrounding communities to control the proliferation of stray dogs and cats and create a healthier community for humans and animals alike. SBPA San Carlos holds fundraising events, operates a bookstore and solicits donations from local residents and visitors in San Carlos. SBPA San Carlos has a sister organization, SBPA Services, Inc., based in Tucson, AZ that operates as a 5013c non-profit corporation in the US. SBPA Services, Inc. main function is generating donations through various channels in the US to support the operations of its sister organization in Mexico.

How Can You Support Us?

Online

THROUGH PAYPAL

Click the button below and choose the amount you wish to contribute.
*Amount in US Dollars.

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Cash

IN AN ENVELOPE

Deliver an envelope, pesos or dollars accepted, to the
SBPA bookstore in the marina behind Barracuda Bob’s Restaurant, or to the VIVE Real Estate office in Plaza Iberri, behind Arco Gas Station.

Postal Mail

IN TUCSON, AZ

American or Canadian check:
SPBA Services Inc.
Attn: Jonni Diane Rogers
4647 Holly Rose Drive
Green Valley, Arizona 85622

Deposit

IN CONVENIENCE STORE

Request a Paynet Service Payment
Reference No.: 9392083

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON LEGACY GIVING – PLANNED DONATIONS – GRANTS

Your support is what makes the difference!

Impact of Your Generous Donations

30

Years of Service

60,000+

Free Sterilizations

Click to see the stunning impact of these sterilizations!

SBPA Board

Many residents of the San Carlos and Guaymas area volunteer their time to help SBPA’s spay and neuter clinics and fundraising events run smoothly. A special mention goes to these fantastic people. Our board is here to support our volunteers and insure SBPA’s mission is met today and tomorrow! If you have any questions or concerns regarding the operations of SBPA San Carlos please contact the board at board@sbpamx.org

Additional Roles & Responsibilities

Spay & Neuter Clinic Director – Open
Board Events Coordinator – Jim O’Rourke
Board Donations Coordinator – Nancy Cunningham
Board Volunteer Coordinator – Derelyn Howard
Bookstore Manager – Lorie Brown

The Veterinary Team

We appreciate the veterinary team’s time and expertise. These wonderful people work hard supporting the SBPA in reducing the uncontrolled dog and cat population in the area.