Category: Scoop

Heartworm Prevention

Heartworm Prevention Month Spring is in full swing at the Fredericksburg SPCA! While the month of April is known for having showers which bring May flowers, it’s also the month designated as National Heartworm Prevention Month. Mosquitoes are a year-round nuisance, so while you might

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I Found a Kitten – Now What?

March in Virginia means the first wave of outdoor kittens are being born. Did you know that kittens under 8 weeks old are the most euthanized population in animal shelters across America? Most shelters lack the resources and training to care for neonatal kittens, especially

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Pet Poison Prevention

When your pet ingests something it shouldn’t, panic sets in and time is critical. You can prevent fatal injury and costly emergency vet trips by educating yourself on common toxins and learning how to keep your beloved pet safe. Visit the Pet Poison Helpline website

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Betty’s Babes & the Senior Sweethearts

Betty’s Babes are on the loose! The Fred SPCA’s biggest Betty White fans are celebrating the 103rd birthday of the late animal-loving comedienne by spending quality time with Golden Girls (and guys) currently available for adoption! Because here, we know silver muzzles bring silver linings.

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Giving Tuesday 2024: Not-So-Pro is back!

Not-So-Professional Pet Portraits is BACK! November 18 – December 3, for a minimum $20 donation, one of our staff, volunteers, or maybe even one of our animals, will draw your pet’s portrait! Here’s the catch – we are not artists, we are just a group

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Adventure Tails is BACK!

Adventure Tails is BACK! Fredericksburg SPCA is RELAUNCHING one of its most popular programs: ADVENTURE TAILS!  Originally launched in 2016/2017, Adventure Tails invites the community to take a dog out for the day, whether it be a car ride, a hike or a walk in

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