SPCA Tampa Bay
Rebecca Schiess is a dedicated veterinarian currently practicing at SPCA Tampa Bay since February 2019. Prior to this role, Rebecca gained valuable experience as a clinical student at Louisiana State University from January 2018 to January 2019 and as a student at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine from May 2015 to December 2017, where Rebecca earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Earlier, Rebecca served as the Head Veterinary Technician at Animal Coalition of Tampa and held dual roles as Office Manager and Veterinary Technician at both Animal Wellness Centre of Wesley Chapel and Long Lake Animal Hospital. Rebecca's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a focus on Integrative Animal Biology from the University of South Florida, as well as completing Veterinary Medical School Requirements at St. Pete College in 2014.
SPCA Tampa Bay
SPCA Tampa Bay is a For-All animal shelter and public veterinary center in Pinellas County. Our shelter in Largo cares for more than 8,000 animals annually that have been surrendered by their owners, along with injured wildlife. We are the best organization to adopt a dog in Tampa Bay... and adopt a cat or critter too. SPCA Tampa Bay cares for dogs, cats, pocket pets, exotic animals, and livestock like goats and pigs. Animals receive immunizations, medical care, enrichment, and loving care while they live at our shelter. Our adoptions volunteers work to match families with animals that are a good fit with the family’s home, lifestyle and personalities. There is no time limit for an animal’s stay at our shelter, and every animal receives compassionate care, regardless of its breed or size. Our Vision: Create a community where every animal matters. Our Mission: Through passionate collaboration with our community, we transform the lives of animals. SPCA Tampa Bay is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit locally governed by a volunteer board of directors. Like most U.S. animal shelters, we rely entirely on our program revenue and fundraising to sustain our operations, provide care for animals and serve the community. Despite a similar name, we are not affiliated with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) or Humane Society of the U.S.