Why Senior Pets Make Great Companions

Why Senior Pets Make Great Companions

Senior pets make great pets! A dog or cat is considered a senior if they are seven years or older. If you are considering adopting a furry family member, here are some reasons to consider welcoming an older pet into your home: Senior pets are often long term shelter...

Mind and Body — How to Help Your Pet Stay Fit

Fitness is vital to the health of all pets. Physical fitness prevents obesity while strengthening muscles and bones, but there is more to being fit than just strengthening the body… the brain needs to be fit, too. Both physical and mental stimulation are...
Happy Tails — Ginny and Wanda

Happy Tails — Ginny and Wanda

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Ginny and Wanda arrived at the VBSPCA as kittens in need of a loving foster home. After being...
Cats Need Claws

Cats Need Claws

Scratching is a natural and necessary behavior for cats. This behavior keeps nails and paws healthy while also stretching the body and working off excess energy. Additionally, when cats scratch an object, scent glands on the paws help establish a presence in the home,...
Happy Tails — Holly Berry

Happy Tails — Holly Berry

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Holly Berry was transferred to our shelter after our friends at PETA saved her from life on a...