SPCA NoVa

10/29/2026

For your viewing pleasure, here are some pictures taken over the years of our dogs in Halloween costumes. Buddy the Dalmatian was, by far, the most photogenic and cooperative. Pinkie, the chunky beagle, made a terrific super dog. I think we only ever managed to get a costume on Ziggy, the black Frenchie, once.

10/29/2026

Happy National Day to all who celebrate! (Even if for many of us, every day feels like National Cat Day!) 😸

Yes, your cat recognizes its own name, even if it chooses to ignore you. Here are 10 fun facts to celebrate National Cat Day: http://www.wusa9.com/article/life/pets/national-cat-day-fun-facts/507-dc84ed6c-d27f-4e88-ad0c-b2d33e81c427?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WUSA_9

10/08/2026

Tess, Benji, and Nellie are waiting to meet you at this Saturday's adoption, 10/10, at Weber's Pet Supermarket, 11135 Main Street in Fairfax from 1 until 3. All their SPCA doggie friends will be there too.

10/07/2026

Looking for a home for these here in Northern Virginia - ASAP! Tiger is an active loving kitten who thrives on getting attention and being around people. Princess is a very sweet cuddler who likes to follow her brother Tiger around. They are 9 weeks old. Please email [email protected] if you can help!

09/21/2026

Tigress and Pantera are looking for their forever home. They are the best little companions anyone could ask for! They adore each other as much as they love people.

Can you give them a forever home? Or foster them until we find their forever home?

For more information, please email [email protected].

09/17/2026

SPCA NoVa recently took this litter of eight kittens into our care short term while searching for longer-term help. We weren’t able to round up two separate foster homes to take care of these kittens, so we reached out to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA). We were very pleased that they were able to take these wonderful kittens into their care. Thank you, AWLA!

08/30/2026

Two kittens are waiting for a foster home - could that be with you? Please reach out to [email protected] to apply!

06/30/2026

Summer is here - and with it, potential dangers for your pet! Please see the ASPCA's infographic below for more information.

06/21/2026

The 4th of July is coming up and this year, especially here in the DC Metro Area, they are planning very big fireworks displays. Make plans now to keep your pets calm and safe.

Last night, while out on a walk with my dog, the unexpected happened. Someone decided to set off a couple of loud fireworks.

We were over a mile from home, and the change in my dog’s behavior was immediate. He became noticeably stressed and started pulling hard toward home, clearly wanting to get away from the noise.

I understand that people want to celebrate and have fun, but fireworks can have a real impact on pets, wildlife, and some people. If you’re going to use fireworks, please consider leaving them to the professionals or saving them for the actual Fourth of July.

A little consideration can make a big difference for those who don’t understand what’s happening—they just know they’re scared.

04/03/2026

With Easter just around the corner, please remember that ALL parts of Easter lilies can be deadly to cats, including pollen! The best way to keep your cat safe is to keep lilies out of the house.