100 Years and Counting…
1913
The Tulsa Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is founded by a group of Tulsa citizens concerned about homeless dogs and cats who also wanted to protect against abuse of draft animals used to do heavy work on farms, in mines and on oil fields.
1931
The structure that houses the current shelter was built.
1946
The land where the current shelter and facilities reside was donated by H.O. McClure, the founding president of the Fourth National Bank of Tulsa.
1949
The Tulsa SPCA was incorporated as a non-profit organization and since that time has been governed by a board of directors.
1987-1988
Milly Finley joined the board, began the estate planning drive, and ushered in a new era of volunteer recruitment, forward-thinking strategy, and building repair and maintenance.
A new roof was put on the current building.
1989
The Tulsa SPCA Auxiliary was formed when volunteers were needed to work the booth at the Tulsa State Fair.
1991
Hired a cruelty investigator, the first and only in Oklahoma.
1992
The foster pet, pet therapy and dog training programs were developed.
1993
A new van was purchased from an insurance policy left to the Tulsa SPCA.
Used vet equipment was purchased and a new vet program was developed.
1994
The current vet clinic was built and parking lot was paved.
2005
The Mobile Adoption Center was launched.
2013
Tulsa SPCA celebrates its 100th anniversary!
2017
Milestone! More than 1,000 animals adopted this year.
2018
Our mission is updated: Our mission is to improve the lives of dogs and cats, and their human companions.
Remodeled Cattery opens in original shelter building with separate kitten and cats rooms – a new best practice.
Coalition for Tulsa Pets is established to combine efforts of Tulsa Animal Welfare, Humane Society of Tulsa and the Tulsa SPCA in an effort to increase the region’s live release rate. Coalition receives $715,000 grant from WaterShed Animal Fund.
Construction begins for new 7,000 sq. ft. clinic. It is scheduled to open Summer 2019.
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❗❗ The cutoff to purchase tickets is tomorrow at 12 noon! There's still time to snag a seat (or several) at this great event!
Save the date for Yappy Meow-er presented by Tito's Handmade Vodka! Each guest will learn to make 3 fall themed vodka infusions (Cranberry Crisp, Snickerdoodle, and Spiced Pear Mule) and take their creation home. In between rounds, you will get to taste a pre-made version of the infusion you just made. Heavy appetizers will be provided, we will feed you but not fill you. Bottled water will be provided and a cash bar with other drinks will also be available. Tickets are $50/person and must be purchased by 9/28. To learn more, and to purchase tickets, tap the link below! We look forward to seeing you there.
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It’s the 6th Day of Awesome at the Tulsa State Fair! Kinder and Kona would love for you to come say hello! We’re in the lower level of the SageNet Center, just east of the wine garden. Lots of merch, info and dog and kittens to say hello to!
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❗❗ The cutoff to purchase tickets is this Thursday at 12 noon! There's still time to snag a seat (or several) at this great event!
Save the date for Yappy Meow-er presented by Tito's Handmade Vodka! Each guest will learn to make 3 fall themed vodka infusions (Cranberry Crisp, Snickerdoodle, and Spiced Pear Mule) and take their creation home. In between rounds, you will get to taste a pre-made version of the infusion you just made. Heavy appetizers will be provided, we will feed you but not fill you. Bottled water will be provided and a cash bar with other drinks will also be available. Tickets are $50/person and must be purchased by 9/28. To learn more, and to purchase tickets, tap the link below! We look forward to seeing you there.
www.tulsaspca.org/yappy-meow-er/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_yiyly87vhr
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