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More Than a Shelter. A Resource for the Whole Community.
Churchill Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is a nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter serving Fallon and Churchill County, Nevada. Beyond caring for animals awaiting adoption, CAPS supports the community through pet food assistance, animal enrichment opportunities, and connections to resources that help pets and their families.
Pet Food Pantry
Keeping pets with their families is important to us. CAPS provides free pet food to eligible Churchill County residents through our Pet Food Pantry.
Eligibility Requirements
A valid photo ID.
A valid Nevada driver's license or state ID.
A utility bill dated within the last 60 days showing your Churchill County address.
Participation Guidelines
Pantry assistance is limited by household and address. Eligible households may receive assistance once every two months, for up to three distributions during a six-month participation period. After completing the participation period, households must wait six months before becoming eligible again.
Location & Hours
Churchill Animal Protection Society (CAPS)
5894 Pasture Road, Fallon, Nevada
Daily, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Food availability varies based on donations and current supplies.
Spay, Neuter & Vaccine Resources
Affordable veterinary care can help pets stay healthy and remain with the families who love them. Although CAPS no longer operates its own spay/neuter assistance program, the following Northern Nevada organizations offer services and resources for pet owners.
SPCA of Northern Nevada — SNYPS Spay & Neuter Program
The SPCA of Northern Nevada offers reduced-cost spay and neuter surgeries at its Reno clinic for eligible Northern Nevada residents. Household income and other eligibility requirements apply, and appointments open monthly.
View eligibility and schedule an appointment
SPCA of Northern Nevada — Rural Spay & Neuter Voucher Program
This program specifically serves eligible residents of Churchill County and several other rural Nevada counties. Approved vouchers can be used at participating veterinary clinics, including Lahontan Valley Veterinary Clinic in Fallon. Income, residency, and pet eligibility requirements apply. Applications open monthly.
Learn more and apply for a voucher
Nevada Humane Society — Low-Cost Veterinary Services
Nevada Humane Society offers low-cost vaccination and microchipping clinics in Reno and Carson City, along with spay and neuter services subject to location and eligibility requirements. Appointments are required.
View veterinary services and appointment information
Options Veterinary Care — Reno
Options Veterinary Care is a nonprofit clinic offering affordable veterinary services, including vaccinations and spay/neuter surgery. Financial assistance may be available for qualifying pet owners.
Phone: 775-499-3700
View services and contact information
These services are provided by independent organizations and are not administered by CAPS. Eligibility, pricing, funding, and appointment availability may change. Please contact each organization directly for current information.
CAPS Day Adventure Program
Give an adoptable dog a break from the shelter and a chance to experience something new!
The CAPS Day Adventure Program allows community members to spend the day with an adoptable CAPS dog. Adventures might include a walk, a scenic outing, a visit to a pet-friendly location, or simply spending quiet time together.
These outings provide dogs with a break from the shelter environment, positive experiences with people, and more opportunities to be noticed by potential adopters.
Interested in participating? Stop by CAPS and ask our shelter staff about signing up. Participation depends on dog availability and program guidelines.
Churchill Animal Protection Society
Registered 501(c)(3). EIN: 88-0223315
All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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