From the monthly archives:

December 2009

No Kill Q&A with Richmond SPCA’s Robin Starr

by richmonddogs on December 11, 2009 · 0 comments

Robin StarrThis week Wayne Pacelle, President and CEO of  Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), features an interesting three-part interview with Richmond SPCA CEO Robin Starr about the broad no-kill debate.

Read part one, part two, and part three.

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Toys for Furry Tots!

by richmonddogs on December 8, 2009 · 0 comments

Toys for Furry TotsBring some Holiday Cheer to needy pets!

Together with Meals on Wheels, FETCH a Cure is giving back this holiday season through their Toys for Furry Tots program. Working together, we’re collecting toys and treats for needy and homeless pets. All donated items will be distributed to area animal organizations, including Henrico Humane, Prevent a Litter and Richmond Animal League.

Please bring donations to the Petsmart at Short Pump Town Center and place them in the ‘Big Blue Doghouse’. The more items we collect the more animals we can help.

Thank you!

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How to get through the recession: Get a dog

December 8, 2009

Ben Stein has some thoughts on how to get through the recession. His advice? Get a dog.

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Help homeless animals through the Wishbone Tree Program

December 8, 2009

‘Tis the season to give! Donate food, toys or bedding to help homeless animals through the Henrico Humane Society’s Wishbone Tree program!
Visit any of the following locations to drop off your donation by December 31:
Countryside Veterinary Clinic (West End)
10432 Ridgefield Parkway
(804) 750-1694
Three Chopt Animal Clinic (West End)
9912 Three Chopt Road
(804) 270-1080
Four Paws Pet Resort (Ashland)
10429 [...]

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FETCH a Pet Lover Face-off Campaign

December 4, 2009

Join our FETCH a Pet Lover Face-off!
We’re on the prowl for new Facebook fans. We also love helping out local non-profit groups (especially during the holidays).
So, we are donating $1 worth of advertising for every NEW Facebook fan we acquire during the months of December and January to FETCH a Cure! That means, if [...]

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Richmond Animal League offers FREE adoptions through “Seniors for Senior Cats” program

December 3, 2009

Guest Blogger—Susan Kelly, Richmond Animal League
Richmond Animal League (RAL) will be offering free adoptions of its senior cats – 5 years or older – to senior citizens – 55 years or older – whose adoption applications are approved.  Historically, senior cats are the last animals to be adopted from the RAL shelter, some living there [...]

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