Virginia

We are a small rescue who pulls dogs from high kill shelters and places them in loving forever homes.

OBG Cocker Rescue was established in 1996 and rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes cockers, spaniel mixes and honorary cockers. We rely on a network of foster homes - we do not have a shelter facility. In 2009 we placed over 330 in adoptive homes, in 2010 we placed 300. All animals are spayed/neutered, UTD on shots, major medical taken care of (ACL, cataract surgery, glaucoma, cherry eye, ear issues etc). We have approximately 200 volunteers (probably half are active) and 100 dogs in our care.

Voices for Animals was founded in 1984 to advocate for the well being and protection of all animals. We raise awareness on a variety of animal protection issues and operate two hands-on programs: a spay/neuter program for feral and community cats and a housing program for chained dogs

RDR is a small all breed, all volunteer group whose primary mission is to rescue shelter dogs facing death due to time/space issues or treatable medical conditions. Our goal is to end the "euthanasia" of healthy/treatable animals in Rockbridge County. We also want to improve the lives of all dogs in Rockbridge County through assistance programs, such as our spay/neuter assistance program. All of our dogs live in foster homes.

The Almost Home Pet Adoption Center is a no-kill facility owned and operated by the Humane Society/SPCA of Nelson County. It is located at the intersection of Rt. 29 North and Stagebridge Road (Rt. 624) , just two miles north of Lovingston. Presently the facility is open daily from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. The Adoption Center houses dogs and cats. The dogs are contained in individual rooms, one or two to a room, with wall murals painted by area artists and hemi-sync music from a sound system donated by the Monroe Institute. Visitors are encouraged to spend time in the rooms getting acquainted with the dogs and cats prior to adoption. Cats and kittens are housed in colorful cat condos with handcrafted furniture for climbing and perching. Adoption fees cover the cost of vaccinations, worming, heartworm test or feline leukemia/aids test and spaying/neutering. All adult animals are provided these veterinary services prior to adoption. Kittens and puppies are adopted out with neutering certificates covering the cost of these veterinary services at the appropriate age. Many of the animals come from unclaimed or surrendered animals at the Nelson County Animal Control Facility. These animals have been judged to be adoptable based on temperament and looks. The Center does accept animals being surrendered by Nelson residents on a space available and adoptability basis. I am a volunteer. Among other things, I take photos of animals and post them on the internet for exposure to the public. Website: http://www.nelsonspca.org/index.htm

We are a small group of people helping a large number of animals. We utilize foster homes and boarding to house our animals until homes/rescues can be found. We also try to spay/neuter as many owners' animals as we can assist with as well as provide funds to help with medical emergencies. We also help keep animals in their existing homes by providing food to their owners. We love animals and are so saddened to see what humans can do to them. Our local pound is very unfriendly to rescue and finds it more convenient to euthanize the animals than to try to find homes or rescues for them. We try diligently to keep the animals from reaching the pound.

Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping dogs in distress, especially those living on chains, in pens, or in neglectful and abusive situations. Our mission is to provide a better life for these dogs, while working to address the root problems of animal overpopulation and improve animal welfare. We do this through community outreach and by supporting and educating dog owners in underserved communities, by sponsoring spay and neuter programs, and by rescuing and rehabilitating dogs in need.

We are dedicated to rescuing dogs left homeless for whatever reason – dogs in public shelters where they are at high risk of euthanasia due to pet overpopulation, dogs given up by their owners because of difficult circumstances, and those in danger of abuse or neglect. We place dogs in loving, responsible, committed permanent homes, following a comprehensive adoption process which includes taking considerable care in finding good matches and educating prospective adopters about the responsibilities and costs of bringing a dog into their homes and lives. We work with local and rural shelters and other rescue and humane organizations to develop a network of supporters and volunteers in order to create a better world for homeless pets.

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