Not all shelter animals come with baggage, but they do come with stories, personalities, and a whole lot of love to give. Somewhere along the way, a few pesky myths have clung to the idea of shelter pets like fur on black pants: that they’re
June was a big month at the Fredericksburg SPCA—literally. A total of 73 cats and 32 dogs found their happily-ever-afters, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. From June 3 to 8, we ran a brand-new adoption promotion called Go Big and Go Home, where adoption
Summer is in full swing! That means barbecues, pool parties, backyard games, and red-white-and-blue everything. As we gear up for the star-spangled fun of Independence Day (July 4th), many of us are excited for fireworks lighting up the sky. But while we’re ooh-ing and aah-ing
Ah, summer…the season of sunbathing, sprinkler zoomies, and suspiciously crunchy things on the sidewalk. While you may be ready to fire up the grill and bask in the rays, your pet is probably plotting an escape to the nearest shady spot. Hot weather can be
In 2018, the Fredericksburg SPCA launched the People Empowered Through Support (PETS) program, an initiative designed to help families stay together by providing essential resources for their beloved pets. Through free supplemental pet food & supplies, and accessible veterinary care, PETS has helped countless households
At the Fredericksburg SPCA, we live for updates on our alumni, especially those who had a rocky start. Recently, we received a heartwarming update about not one, but two of our most memorable little fighters from 2024. Last year, tiny Chowder was struggling to thrive.
