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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T110000
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SUMMARY:Join the SF SPCA at Bark at Spark Puppy Love!
DESCRIPTION:Come by the SF SPCA outpost at Spark Social to visit with our Animal Assisted Therapy ambassadors. Spin the wheel for some great SF SPCA swag and learn about our programs and adoptable animals. \n💗 Grab your puppy love and celebrate the paw-fect Valentine’s at SPARK. 🏹 Cupid’s Bow is ready with pet-centric vendors to pamper your furry friend\, Valentine’s activities everyone (pup included) will “dig\,” and plenty of photo-worthy moments. Don’t miss San Francisco’s Love at First Bark\, our Valentine-themed costume contest where pups are encouraged to dress as Cupid\, a heart\, or anything that represents love— because the cuter the costume\, the sweeter the competition.🏆 \nCome have a barking good time and fall in love! \n🛍️ 15+ Local pet-centric vendors \n💋 Loveable Photo ops \n🏁Pup Cup Race\n🐶Small dogs (20 lbs or less): Race begins at 1PM\n🐩Big dogs (21 lbs or more): Race begins at 2PM \n💘San Francisco’s Love at First Bark (Valentine-themed costume contest) \n👼🏼Dress your pup as Cupid\, a sweet heart\, or anything that screams love— from love letters and roses to matchmaking valentines and swoon-worthy looks. Love at First Bark contestants must arrive by 2PM to check in. The competition kicks off at 2:30PM. \n💕Bark at SPARK: Puppy Love!\nSunday\, February 15th\, 2026 | 11AM–5PM\nSPARK Social SF | 601 Mission Bay Blvd. N.\, San Francisco\, CA 94158\n(All pets must be on leash)
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/join-the-sf-spca-at-bark-at-spark-2/
LOCATION:Spark Social\, 601 Mission Bay Blvd. North\, San Francisco\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251212T213553Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Animal Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 4th Annual Animal Advocacy Day\nAnimal Advocacy Day brings together passionate advocates\, state lawmakers\, and animal welfare leaders from across California for a powerful day of action at the State Capitol. Together\, we raise awareness about legislative efforts to address our state’s most urgent challenges to pet owners and shelters\, including access-to-care barriers and the ongoing veterinary shortage. \nThanks to your support during the 2025 legislative season\, the following bills go into effect on January 1\, 2026: \n\nAB 516: Clarifies which tasks RVTs and veterinary assistants may perform\, reducing regulatory confusion and better utilizing their skills so teams can serve more animals.\nSB 602: Allows RVTs to provide wellness appointments (vaccines\, parasite prevention) without a veterinarian being onsite\, expanding access to preventive care—especially for pet owners in underserved communities.\n\nThese wins for animals were made possible because of advocates like you. \nFor more information and to RSVP\, click here.\nTuesday\, March 3\, 2026\nTime: 9am–4pm\nWhere: Sacramento\, CA \nQuestions? Contact specialevents@sfspca.org  \nSpecial thanks to the Barbara Wolfe Advocacy Fund for making this work possible.
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/4th-annual-animal-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:Sacramento\, Sacramento\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T193000
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T133000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20260115T000816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T022545Z
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SUMMARY:SF SPCA Neighborhood Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:SF SPCA Neighborhood Clean-Up \nJoin SF SPCA\, Refuse Refuse\, and SF Public Works for a friendly neighborhood clean-up! \nHelp us beautify the neighborhood around the SF SPCA. Cleaner streets mean happier walks for everyone\, especially our furry friends! \nWe provide trash pickers\, gloves\, and bags. Just show up\, and we’ll equip you with everything you need. \nNo prior volunteer experience necessary. Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together! \nWhen: Saturday\, March 14 from 9:30 am – 11:30 am \nWhere: Meet in front of the adoption center at 250 Florida (arrive a few minutes early) \nClick Here to Sign Up
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/sf-spca-neighborhood-clean-up-4/
LOCATION:San Francisco SPCA Adoption Center\, 250 Florida Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212259Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212259Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212259Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212259Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pet Loss Support Group":MAILTO:petloss@sfspca.org
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UID:10000471-1791315000-1791320400@www.sfspca.org
SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pet Loss Support Group":MAILTO:petloss@sfspca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212259Z
UID:10000472-1793734200-1793739600@www.sfspca.org
SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pet Loss Support Group":MAILTO:petloss@sfspca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T040848
CREATED:20251027T212258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212259Z
UID:10000473-1796153400-1796158800@www.sfspca.org
SUMMARY:Pet Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is open to any pet guardians and/or pet family members who would like support coping with the loss of a pet(s). Participants must be 18 years or older. Please see details below. \n\nWhen: First Tuesday of every month from 7:30–9:00pm.\nNo registration required.\nPlease arrive between 7:25–7:30pm as late entry will not be possible.\n\n\nWhere: SF SPCA Adoption Center—Geraldi Building\n250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nDirections: You can enter the Geraldi Building on 16th Street\, near the corner of Florida Street. There will be signs directing you to the door and facilitators will be nearby before the group starts to help you navigate.PLEASE NOTE: You will NOT be able to enter the building from the SF SPCA’s Veterinary Hospital on Alabama Street nor through the SF SPCA’s Adoption Center or parking lot.\nAccessibility: Group will be held on the first floor. There is a ramp located in the Adoptions Parking Lot towards Geraldi Building. Masks are recommended but not required.\nTransport: Street parking is free and available in the neighborhood. The closest BART station is 16th St Mission and there are several MUNI stops (Lines 22\, 33\, 55\, 27) nearby.\nContact: petloss@sfspca.org\n\nFor additional information\, please visit our resource page here. \nAbout the Pet Loss Support Group\nPet guardians often feel isolated and misunderstood when coping with the death of a cherished animal companion. Recognizing the need to provide bereaved pet owners with critical support\, the San Francisco SPCA continues to offer ongoing pet loss support groups. \nIn 1982\, the SF SPCA became the first humane society to offer a regular monthly grief counseling service—led by grief counselor Dr. Betty Carmack. Although Dr. Carmack has since retired\, the monthly support group continued under the supervision of Dr. Cori Bussolari\, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of San Francisco. “The universality of the group is key—being able to express your emotions to others who can understand and relate helps provide validation. This group is exceptionally important for those who are grieving the loss of a beloved animal\,” she explains. The support group is currently co-facilitated by Sharleen Phillips\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, and Shaina Madfes\, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist\, who both trained under Dr. Bussolari and have been involved with the group since Fall 2017. \n 
URL:https://www.sfspca.org/event/pet-loss-support-group-2-3/2026-12-01/
LOCATION:SF SPCA – Geraldi Building\, 250 Florida St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pet Loss Support Group":MAILTO:petloss@sfspca.org
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