Richmond SPCA
The Richmond SPCA, founded in 1891, is a non-profit, no-kill humane organization dedicated to the principle that every life is precious. We are a national leader in humane care and education, having developed numerous lifesaving programs and services including those dedicated to adoption, rehabilitation, sterilization and education. We save the lives of more than 4,000 homeless animals each year and care for about 350 cats and dogs daily. www.richmondspca.org
Hi, I'm Turkey, the cat with a tale that tickles. So, here's how I landed in this cozy shelter spot:...
Read MoreFry is a lively and curious female kitten with a playful personality that never quits. Always ready to chase, pounce,...
Read MoreHello, I'm Lennox, a wise senior cat with a knack for solving puzzles. My days are filled with observing my...
Read MoreHello, I'm Amity. I'm a bit of a wallflower here, quietly observing the hustle and bustle around me. I might...
Read MoreHello there! I'm Sufganiyot, a sweet treat of a man. Even though the people here at the Richmond SPCA are...
Read MoreHello, darlings, I'm Princess Chonk, the most charming feline in this humble abode they call a shelter. My journey here?...
Read MoreHi! I'm Rory, a curious soul on a quest for knowledge and adventure. Each day, I explore every corner of...
Read MoreHello, I'm Soloman, the wisest and wittiest cat at the shelter. My days are filled with lounging and sharing my...
Read MoreHi! I'm Rory, a curious soul on a quest for knowledge and adventure. Each day, I explore every corner of...
Read MoreHello, I'm Soloman, the wisest and wittiest cat at the shelter. My days are filled with lounging and sharing my...
Read MoreBindi is a playful and loyal pup with a heart full of love and energy to spare. Always ready for...
Read MoreHi friends! I hope you can help me with something... I need to find a family of my very own!...
Read More*SNORT SNORT* I'm a stocky young lady who has so much love to give. I enjoy a good snuggle and...
Read MoreHi friends! I hope you can help me with something... I need to find a family of my very own!...
Read More*SNORT SNORT* I'm a stocky young lady who has so much love to give. I enjoy a good snuggle and...
Read MoreObediah is a calm, charming cat with a wise gaze and a gentle heart. He loves quiet moments, soft pets,...
Read MoreHi, I'm Fillion-and I've been at the shelter way too long. Though I love my friends and caretakers here, I...
Read MoreSatchel is a loving lady in her early golden years, full of warmth and wisdom. She enjoys leisurely walks, cozy...
Read MoreGlabella is a graceful cat with a curious mind and a heart full of affection. She loves gentle pets, cozy...
Read MoreHi! My name is Isabelle and I'm a cute, curious little lady looking for my place in this world and...
Read MoreJonathan is a 2-year-old grey tabby who's having a tough time adjusting to shelter life. A bit shut down right...
Read MoreZander is a lovable goofball with a big heart and an even bigger smile. With his wagging tail and soulful...
Read MoreParfait is a sweet 3-year-old girl with a delightful personality and a heart as warm as her name. Playful, loving,...
Read MoreMeet Phoenix! Phoenix's name says it all - she's a gentle soul rising from her past into a whole new...
Read MoreHolly Jolly is a cheerful, loving female dog who truly lives up to her festive name. She's full of joy,...
Read MoreHelen is a gentle gray pitty with a heart as soft as her smile. Sweet, calm, and full of love,...
Read MoreHi there, I'm Tulip! I'm a sweet, gentle girl who just wants to be by your side. I love belly...
Read MoreFortnight is a handsome young adult lab-pit mix who was recently returned to our care. He can take some time...
Read MoreIcicle is a sleek black male cat with a cool look and a warm heart. Calm, curious, and quietly confident,...
Read MoreMeet Morgan! This sweet, senior gentleman is looking for a cozy forever home! He may be a little timid at...
Read MoreLady is a graceful, charming cat with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love. Sweet, affectionate, and quietly...
Read MoreWoozie is a lovable male cat with a gentle heart and a playful spirit. Curious, affectionate, and full of personality,...
Read MoreSlow Mo is a big, lovable mastiff with a name that doesn't quite match his stride-he's got surprising pep when...
Read MoreThis towering figure is Toga and she's the definition of elegancy and class. She's known to be very playful and...
Read MoreHandsome, hilarious, and always ready for adventure - I'm Alabama!<br/><br/>I'm a tall drink of water with a heart full of...
Read MoreLamar is a smooth, confident cat with a laid-back vibe and a quiet charm. Whether he's lounging in a sunny...
Read MoreHi, I'm Presley! I'm a very social guy who loves people and can get a bit bouncy with excitement. I...
Read MoreYou're working on the computer? Let me press the keys. Reading the paper? I'll hold the pages down for you....
Read MoreArtie is wishing you a happy day! This sweet, snuggly guy has been in and out of our care since...
Read MoreThis big-hearted boy lives up to his name - strong, sturdy, and full of love! HankTheTank is a gentle man...
Read MoreCheddar is a bright, affectionate boy with a cheesy grin and a heart of gold. He loves attention, playtime, and...
Read MoreSlimer is a young gentleman with a heart of gold who loves affection on his own terms. This sweet boy...
Read MoreHi! My name is Margaret and I'm a cute, curious little gal looking for my place in this world and...
Read MoreHowdy! I'm a beautiful boxer/bully mix named Bongodaddy...I'm not sure what it means either, your guess is as good as...
Read MoreMama Hen is a sweet angel of a lady who loves nothing more than being loved on.<br/><br/>At 9 years young,...
Read MoreFrida is a masterpiece in her own right, and with this clever girl by your side, everything takes on a...
Read MoreGoose is a smart and fun fella looking for his forever home. While Goose has been in our care, he...
Read MoreHello Future Family!<br/><br/>My name is Wishbone and my &quot;wish&quot; is to find my forever-humans who want to take me home...
Read MoreCantaloupe is a sweet and resilient girl with a heart as bright as her name. She arrived fighting parvo but...
Read MoreHi, I'm Earl Grey! I'm a smart, athletic guy with a big heart and a playful spirit. I love chasing...
Read MoreGrady is a loyal, easygoing pup with a gentle soul and a heart full of love. Whether he's trotting by...
Read MoreMy name may be Scar, but don't let the tough act and hardened exterior fool you. I'm the biggest cuddle...
Read MoreWalter is a distinguished older gentleman with a wise soul and a heart of gold. Calm, gentle, and full of...
Read MoreHawaiian Roll is a sweet and fluffy girl with a soft heart and a warm, gentle spirit. She rolls through...
Read MorePiculet is a curious cat with a playful heart and a knack for finding fun in every corner. Whether he's...
Read MoreJuneau is a spirited hound with a heart as big as the wild. With her keen nose, adventurous soul, and...
Read MoreLinus is a handsome 5-year-old hound with a gentle heart and an easygoing charm. With his soulful eyes, curious nose,...
Read MoreHello friends, my name is Shadowfax and I'm here to find a family of my very own. I haven't always...
Read MoreJester is a fun-loving young man who knows how to bring smiles and laughter wherever he goes! He recently received...
Read MoreHawthorne is a big, handsome male cat with an even bigger heart. Gentle and confident, he loves attention, cozy naps,...
Read MoreMeet Hudson, a super cute, wiggly bundle of joy with a heart full of love and paws full of personality....
Read MoreHello, I'm Seymour. Life here is peaceful, and I've made many friends, both human and canine. I love spending my...
Read MoreI'm your golden ray of sunshine in these chilly autumn days. My name is Marigold and I'd love to bloom...
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11/22/2021
Last week we said a fond farewell to 78 cats, 14 dogs and two guinea pigs as they began their new lives with loving families. Thank you to each individual who had a part in readying these pets for adoption and to all who opened their homes and hearts to adopt.
To see who was adopted and read about adoption center news and more, visit today's blog. Link in bio.
11/21/2021
Happy Sunday! Stop by our humane center from noon to 5 p.m. today and meet special pets like Squiggles. Squiggles is our resident tripod dog and would love nothing more than to meet you!
📸: Eva Cross
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11/20/2021
Throwback to this great #Caturday #seniorsforseniors adoption! Last Saturday, the Robersons braved Richmond Marathon traffic to adopt a beautiful 11-year-old cat named Jasmine.
Upon returning home with their new feline family member, they sent an email saying that Jasmine appeared happy with her new surroundings and was purring and rubbing against their legs in contentment.
On Sunday, we received another wonderful update: "Jasmine sleeps on us and with us. She never passes up an opportunity for a head-to-head boop and she loves the wide windowsill where she can lay in the sun. She wants both of us to feel the love! We are thrilled with her! She now has full access to the house and it’s like she has always lived here. We have realized that we needed her as much as she needed us! Bless you all for bringing her to us."
We are so thrilled that we were able to unite the Robersons with Jasmine! Let us help you find your perfect match. Visit our adoption center from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. today!
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11/19/2021
Why, yes, it is unusual to see pets other than cats or dogs here. However, one of our municipal partners asked and we said, “Yes!” We are looking for loving homes for two guinea pigs, named Boba and Tea, and a rabbit, Café.
These adorable pets were seized by animal control in Fluvanna County from a home that was not providing adequate care. Unable to keep them at their facility, they asked if we could assist in finding them loving, lasting homes. If you are interested in adopting these special four-legged friends, please visit our humane center from noon to 7 p.m. today.
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11/18/2021
Hang in there! Our adoption center will have a delayed opening at 2 p.m. today to allow our staff to attend a special training. We have many wonderful pets awaiting adoption, and our adoption counselors would be happy to introduce you to them from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. today. To view our available pets, please visit our website. Link in bio.
11/17/2021
In August, we brought Bean, a stray dog who was hit by a car in Louisa County, into our loving care. Upon intake, radiographs showed that he had a fractured left tibia, fibula and right humerus. Though all of his fractures were severe, Richmond SPCA veterinarian Dr. David Molinas feared that his humerus was beyond surgical repair and would require amputation.
After stabilizing the tibia with a splint, Bean was placed in a loving foster home to heal before surgical plans were made. After several weeks of crate rest, Bean returned for a check-up and to everyone's surprise, radiographs showed that not only the tibia had healed, but that his humerus showed significant healing as well.
Thanks to the dedication of our veterinary team and the excellent care of Bean's foster, Bean is comfortably walking and has sufficiently healed enough to be placed for adoption.
Though Bean will potentially need future radiographs to monitor his healing, our shelter veterinary team is pleased with how well this sweet 2-year-old pup has healed and are eager to find him a loving, lasting home. If you are interested in Bean, please visit our adoption center from noon to 7 p.m. today!
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11/16/2021
We had a fantastic adoption week with 87 pets finding their perfect matches! We are especially excited to announce that a bonded senior pair named Ned and Ted were adopted! Thanks to your support of our Cinderella Fund, Ned was treated for severe periodontal disease and was reunited with his brother and made available for adoption. Now in a loving, lasting home, their guardian reports, "Everyone that meets them falls in love! They are so sweet. Thank you for all that you do and helping us find our new best friends!"
Read more about our adoption week in our blog! Link in bio.
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11/14/2021
Last week, we featured a wonderful senior cat in our care named Cinderella. Shortly after posting about her, this beautiful calico kitty met her perfect match in Wendi.
After emailing with Adoption Counselor Olivia about a suitable feline companion, Wendi visited our humane center on her 71st birthday to meet Cinderella. As a retired nurse and avid cat lover, Wendi was not deterred by the needs of a diabetic cat like Cinderella. Over her lifetime, Wendi has cared for several senior cats including a cat with kidney disease whom she administered subcutaneous fluids to for nine years.
We are so happy that Cinderella got her fairytale ending and we are thankful to Olivia for making this purr-fect #seniorsforseniors match! For more information about our Carol Young Godin Seniors for Seniors adoption program, please visit our website. Link in bio.
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11/13/2021
Good luck to our staff and volunteers who are running the #RichmondMarathon today! Manager of Internal Veterinary Services Brittany Pierri, Associate Veterinarian Dr. Brit'nee Haskins, Licensed Veterinary Technician Katie Goodell as well as Running Buddies volunteer Leanne Battle (not pictured) have been training hard. We hope you'll join us in rooting for these compassionate animal lovers!
After cheering on your friends, please stop by our humane center from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. to meet our pets awaiting adoption. Race organizers recommend the Waze App to navigate RVA road closures today.
11/12/2021
Little Spooky and his friends at the Richmond SPCA need your help – we are OUT of dryer sheets. That static electricity is no joke for our volunteers and staff doing laundry for the hundreds of pets in our care each day. 🙀
Please help us out by dropping off FRAGRANCE FREE dryer sheets at our Robins-Starr Humane Center (2519 Hermitage Road) or you can purchase them online and have them shipped directly to us using our Amazon wish list at the link in our profile.
Thank you! 💖
11/12/2021
*Update: Flynn has been adopted!*
Happy #FelineFriday from our resident chonky cat - Flynn. Can you guess how much he weighs? This jumbo-sized package of fluff and love is only 3 years old and needs an active adult guardian who can help hom get back down to a healthy weight through proper diet and exercise.
In his previous home, Flynn was said to do well with the resident dog, but would bully his feline companion and take his food. Naughty Flynn. *Cue the Rocky music* If you are interested in opening your home to Flynn and helping him achieve a healthy weight, please visit our adoption center and ask an adoption counselor to introduce you to him today!
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11/11/2021
If you found your best friend at our adoption center in the last three years, it's very likely that Page Grissom or Kelsey Powell helped you find your match. Both are lead adoption counselors who came to work at the Richmond SPCA in 2018, and in the last month, they both individually reached the milestone of completing 1,000 total unique adoptions.
Please congratulate them on this accomplishment! We are so grateful for all the work they do helping both the pets in our care and the people who visit our adoption center.
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