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RACC teams up with Fox’s Pizza Den to help get animals adopted
On the pizza boxes, there will be a flier featuring an adoptable animal at RACC.
Richmond SPCA will be waiving all adoption fees through Sunday
“Leaping for Love” is a special adoption promotion to celebrate 2020 being a leap year.
Horse tests positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 in Central Va.
A horse in Central Virginia has tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1, which is the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy.
Shelter dog euthanasia numbers dropping in Virginia
Euthanasia numbers of shelter dogs have decreased by 63% in the last seven years in Virginia. According to data published by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 8,173 dogs were euthanized in Virginia shelters in 2019.
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Augusta County woman and her 2 dogs are headed to Masters Agility Championship at Westminster
An Augusta County woman is New York City-bound for the first time in her life and it’s for a big competition.
Richmond cat will be featured in Hallmark Channel’s Kitty Bowl
“Smushie”, a cat from Richmond, will be featured in Hallmark Channel’s Kitty Bowl.
Hanover County providing rabies vaccines Saturday
The clinic is from 9am-noon at the East Hanover Rescue Squad in Mechanicsville
‘Mean’ duck gets adopted from RACC
A “mean” duck has found its forever home after being adopted from Richmond Animal Care and Control.
Rescued Barred Owl, other birds of prey needs donations for food
A rescued Barred Owl and other birds of prey at the Richmond Wildlife Center needs donations for food.
Chesterfield dog debuts in Puppy Bowl
Rooster, a 14-week-old American Bulldog Staffordshire Terrier from Chesterfield, will be in the Puppy Bowl 2020 competition.
More than 10,000 lbs. of food donated to Richmond SPCA
Furry animals at the Richmond SPCA are having a good start to the year after 10,000 pounds of food was donated by Southern States Cooperative.
500-pound blind pig named Oscar relocates to Chesterfield animal rescue
Chesterfield County animal control stepped in to help an overweight pig find a new home.
RACC says it had 91% save rate in 2019
Donations made to the RACC Foundation also allowed for 678 animals to receive emergency or specialized care.
25 lbs. cat available for adoption at Chesterfield shelter
Nine-year-old Emma is a hefty girl weighing 25 pounds.
Petco Foundation donates $1,000 to Richmond canine rescue
FETCH a Cure’s Pixie’s Pen Pals was selected based on a submission from one of its adopters
RACC surpasses #TeamTommie license plates goal
If 450 license plates are sold, the General Assembly has to approve them in the 2020 session.
Pot-bellied pig, ferret available for adoption at RACC
The adoption fee for either of them is $25.
Richmond Police welcome new K9
Officer Rotondi and K9 Dozer were certified in December.
Reduced adoption fees at Richmond SPCA for adult cats
Adoption fees for adult cats over the age of six months are reduced by 50 percent through December 31.
What pet owners should know this holiday season
As family and friends travel home for the holidays, there are more pet-friendly travel options than ever before.
Holiday portraits in exchange for animal shelter donations
Dog owners can get a festive photo by participating in the Christmas Drive for the Hanover Animal Control and Shelter
’Narwhal’ staying with rescue; role as therapy dog
The extra feature isn't causing any complications.
Hanover holding rabies vaccination clinic Dec. 14
Hanover Animal Control is holding a rabies vaccination clinic on Dec. 14 to help make it easier for pet owners to get their animals vaccinated.
Volunteers fly deformed baby pig to animal hospital for help
A deformed baby pig that was born on a farm in Virginia has been flown to veterinary hospital in Pennsylvania for medical treatment
Louisa County Sheriff’s Office teams up with area animal shelter this winter
With temperatures getting colder, the Louisa County Sheriff's Office has some tips on how to keep your furry friends warm this season. That chilly weather can mean more pets needing to be taken into the shelter.
Don’t feed pets these Thanksgiving foods
Some dishes may be tasty for humans, but not healthy for pets
RACC looking for fosters for Thanksgiving
Richmond Animal Care and Control doesn’t want anyone to spend Thanksgiving alone, including their shelter pets.
Dead raccoon tests positive for rabies after coming in contact with dogs
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies after it came in contact with a dog in Henrico County.
Henrico Animal Shelter in desperate need of newspapers
Henrico police said the shelter was running out and is asking anyone to donate.
RACC waives fees for US service members
A military ID or DD214 is required.
Tommie Fund to help animal shelters across Va.
The group posted to social media that T-shirt sales alone helped raise nearly $100,000 to create the Tommie Fund.
Shelter takes in 79 cats after hoarding case in southwest Va.
Staff at Angels of Assisi in Roanoke says all of the cats seem to be okay and are now being well taken care of.
Tips on keeping your pets safe during Halloween
Halloween is a fun time for children and family, but it might not be your pet’s favorite time of year. Here are some tips.
RACC collects donations for dog with rock-filled stomach
Richmond Animal Care and Control is attempting to remove several rocks from a dog’s stomach.
Rats learn how to drive cars at University of Richmond
Rats are learning how to drive tiny cars at University of Richmond.
Rescue dog inspires children’s book, proceeds help other pups in need
The dog's owner said she never thought she'd be an author, but changed her mind after she met DD.
Transformation Tuesday: RACC treats dogs with overgrown fur
Two dogs got a new “leash” on life thanks to Richmond Animal Care and Control.
’She’s very well behaved:’ Petersburg family battles to keep pet pig
Lizzy is a 3-year-old miniature spotted pot-bellied pig, and a part of the Mckee family. Petersburg Animal Control said the pig is considered livestock and not allowed in a residential area.
Disabled animals calendar to feature dogs from Virginia
The dogs were chosen as part of a contest that saw several disabled animals, including cats, goats and a chicken all vying for the honor.
Missing tortoise in Dinwiddie is back home
Animal Control updated its Facebook page on Friday morning that “Frank is home!”
SPCA waives pet adoption fees through Saturday
The special event is in honor of CEO Robin Starr’s retirement.
‘Tommie’s Beer’ to help RACC care for animals in need
Three Notch'd brewing beer to benefit Richmond Animal Care and Control.
Florence man rescues beagle tied to tree during Hurricane Dorian
A passerby came to the rescue of a little beagle who he said was tied to a tree and shivering as Hurricane Dorian hit the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.
Richmond SPCA offering 2-for-1 cat adoptions
Richmond SPCA adopted 81 animals for Clear the Shelters Aug. 17, but still has quite a few animals in need of homes.
Former employee says Virginia shelter mistreated animals
Virginia State Police are investigating an animal shelter after a former employee accused it of treating animals inhumanely, including unnecessarily euthanizing some.
Animals displaced by Hurricane Dorian arrive in Richmond
Richmond SPCA is asking for donations through its Facebook page to house the animals and treat their medical needs.
Injured kitten that was thrown from vehicle loses leg
This is the second recent incident in which kittens were thrown out of cars and onto the freeway, with another incident last week in Louisa county.
PHOTOS: Celebrating National Dog Day
It's time to show off your furry friends!
’It breaks my heart’: Pit bull puppy stolen from Richmond home
A 14-week-old pit bull puppy named Tobias was stolen from his dog crate in Richmond.
Shelter dog with cancer treated to ice cream party
RAL said Bebe is a calm, well-behaved pup that acts more like a cat and is hoping to place him a home soon to get him out of the shelter, which is causing him a lot of stress.
RACC to hold yard sale Sept. 13-14
Richmond Animal Care and Control received enough goods for its June yard sale that it needs to hold a second one.
More than 70 pets rescued from fire at Va. pet resort
More than 70 pets were rescued from a fire at a pet resort in Charlottesville.
Dozens of animals across central Va. get adopted through Clear the Shelters event
Several shelters around central Virginia participated.
Paws to Swim offers safe environment for dogs to swim and play
In Richmond, there is a safe alternative where dogs can go to briefly escape the dog days of summer by splashing around in the water and getting quite a workout while doing it.
Virginia dog dies after contracting disease from river
An Albemarle County dog is dead after contracting a bacterial disease from the Rivanna River.
‘Paddle for Pups’ to benefit parvo treatment at RACC
A $30 donation to RACC is required to participate and includes an event T-shirt. Registration is open through Sept. 13.
Pet owners on alert for toxic algae after NC dog deaths
Three dogs died after exposure to a toxic blue green algae bloom in North Carolina.
7 Tips for bringing home a new dog
So you’ve decided to adopt a dog, and you have all the supplies you need, but are you really prepared?
Adopting a dog? These are the 11 things you’ll need
Are you considering adopting a new dog? Here’s a great list of things you’ll need to get you started shopping for your new best friend!
A warning to pet owners: toxic algae kills three dogs in matter of hours
A hot summer evening in Wilmington was made a little cooler for three dogs when their loving owners brought them to a nearby pond to play and swim Thursday night. Just hours later all three dogs were dead, their owner’s lives now shattered.
Cats named Yin, Yang can ‘bring balance’ to their adopter
While the cats have fewer eyes than normal, they also have more toes than normal because Yang is polydactyl.
RACC removes 7.6-pound mass from stray dog’s hip
RACC commented on its Facebook page that the mass could be cancerous, but hasn’t confirmed that.