The mission of the SPCA of Merced is to promote the prevention of cruelty to animals in Merced County. To do, whatever is in our means, to promote the prevention of cruelty to animals worldwide. To educate the public on the extreme importance of spaying and neutering in the effort to end overpopulation and euthanasia due to this rampant overpopulation. Practice and promote responsible adoption of all animals to loving and permanent homes.