NOVA Pets Alive

The mission of NOVA Pets Alive is to enable shelters to save lives and to provide the resources, education and programs to support companion animals and their guardians in the community. The mission of NOVA Pets Alive is to enable shelters to save lives

Our Vision is to eliminate the unnecssary killing of companion animals in shelters

This week’s intake was brought to you by the word: CUTE! 🤗A huge thank you to our lifesaving fosters who stepped up to s...
04/26/2025

This week’s intake was brought to you by the word: CUTE! 🤗

A huge thank you to our lifesaving fosters who stepped up to save these dogs. 🙌 Without our fosters we wouldn’t be able to save Virginia’s most at-risk dogs. 😇

If you’ve been thinking about fostering, now is the time! Shelters that haven’t had to euthanize for space in years are busting at the seems and need to free up kennels. 😢 Fostering for NPA is super easy! We provide support abs supplies. All you need to bring is your ❤️ and 🏡.

Interested in joining our foster team⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/foster

✨The pictured dogs will be available for adoption next week…IF their fosters don’t use their foster referral for themself or a family member or friend.✨

And then there was ☝️.Cosmo is the last of his littermates to find a home. 😢 And the more we get to know Cosmo the more ...
04/22/2025

And then there was ☝️.

Cosmo is the last of his littermates to find a home. 😢 And the more we get to know Cosmo the more we love him and want him to find his perfect family. ❤️

Cosmo’s foster family went out of town last week and he got to spend time in two other foster homes and did amazing in both. 🙌

Foster family 1️⃣ said: Cosmo loves to play and would make a great furry brother to your dog.
This boy knows sit, shake and down, sleeps all night long without a peep and is house trained!

Foster family 2️⃣ said: We loved spending time with Cosmo. He takes only a minute to warm up and is then your best friend! He played all day with our 9 month old pup, went to the brewery, enjoyed going on runs, and cuddled up next to us on the couch. He’s a very smart and awesome puppy!

Interested in learning more about Cosmo? Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt.

✨Cosmo is 4 months old and 25 lbs. He is up to date on vaccines, was given monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

🚨Foster Homes Needed🚨Shelters are full! And as the weather gets nicer the number of dogs being surrendered and found as ...
04/21/2025

🚨Foster Homes Needed🚨

Shelters are full! And as the weather gets nicer the number of dogs being surrendered and found as strays will go up. 😢

NPA is a foster based rescue which means we can only commit to saving a dog if we have a foster home to place them in.

We could not save the lives of Virginia’s most at-risk dogs if it weren’t for our wonderful community of fosters. 🙌 We provide all the support and supplies needed and the foster provides their ❤️ and 🏡.

Fostering is one of the most rewarding ways you can give back to homeless pets. And because we are so thankful for the support we have a foster referral program which gives the foster or a family member/friend priority over the adoption of their foster pup. 🥰

Pictured are some dogs currently in overcrowded shelters. We would love to save some of these deserving dogs but we need your help. 🙏

If you are interested in joining our team of lifesaving fosters, please apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/foster

✨see captions for more info on dogs posted.✨

Hoppy Easter from us to you! 🐣🐰🌷
04/20/2025

Hoppy Easter from us to you! 🐣🐰🌷

UPDATE: Wow…so much interest in this little guy. He has been adopted!Simba is the tiniest little lion 🦁  in all the land...
04/18/2025

UPDATE: Wow…so much interest in this little guy. He has been adopted!

Simba is the tiniest little lion 🦁 in all the land.

He's about 3 months old and under 4 lbs. We don't know for sure what his breed is but he's going to be a small dog full grown. 🐕

Simba has been in a foster home with dogs, cats and kids. He loves everyone! 🤗 And he's a smart one. He's crate trained and is doing amazing with housebreaking. 🤩 This little guy is such a joy to have around, and he brings a smile to everyone's face. 😁

Interested in learning more about Simba⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Simba is neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate vaccines, was given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

We don’t know how AI perfectly described Lucas as a human based off a single picture, but it is SPOT ON! 😜Name: LucasAge...
04/17/2025

We don’t know how AI perfectly described Lucas as a human based off a single picture, but it is SPOT ON! 😜

Name: Lucas

Age: 25

Appearance: Athletic and outdoorsy with sandy-brown hair, a neatly groomed beard, and warm hazel eyes. He often wears a light windbreaker, joggers, and sneakers, always ready for a hike or a game of fetch—er, frisbee.

Personality: Loyal, energetic, and protective. He’s the kind of guy who’s always smiling, super social, and effortlessly charismatic. Lucas loves being active and thrives in group settings. People rely on him for both fun and safety.

Hobbies: Trail running, coaching youth soccer, volunteering at animal shelters, and grilling with friends on weekends.

Lucas in dog form is 100% fun 100% of the time! 🤗 He’s about a year old and 65 lbs of happy puppy energy. 🐕 He’s super social and loves his doggy and human friends. He’s housebroken, crate trained, enjoys car rides and adventures, and is strikingly handsome. 🥰

Interested in learning more about Lucas the love bug⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Lucas is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, was given dewormed and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

Bubba wanted to get in on the Barbie trend too!And honestly, this might be the cutest one we’ve see. 🤗Bubba has had ZERO...
04/13/2025

Bubba wanted to get in on the Barbie trend too!

And honestly, this might be the cutest one we’ve see. 🤗

Bubba has had ZERO interest. 😢 Which is crazy because he’s such a great dog! Yes, he’s a senior at 12 years old, but he’s a puppy at heart and doesn’t act his age at all. 😜

Bubba lives for his walks and loves going for car rides. 🐕‍🦺 He’s housebroken, crate trained and an expert napper. He’s very people orientated and will be his adopters best friend for life! 🥰

Interested in learning more about our chubby chi⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Bubby is available for foster-to-adopt. He would do best in a home as the only pet.✨

Nova wants to play fetch 🎾 with you!Nova want to go on a walk 🐕‍🦺 with you! Nova wants to snuggle up 🤗 with you!Nova wan...
04/09/2025

Nova wants to play fetch 🎾 with you!

Nova want to go on a walk 🐕‍🦺 with you!

Nova wants to snuggle up 🤗 with you!

Nova wants to give you all the kisses 😘!

But what Nova wants most…is to find his forever home! 🙏

We can’t believe this sweet puppy has had practically no interest. 😢 He has it all. He’s adorable, he’s sweet, he’s good with other dogs, he’s crate trained, he’s housebroken, he’s smart. 🤩 What more could you possibly wish for?

Nova is now 4 months old and you don’t want to miss out on watching this puppy grow. 🥰 He would fit in nicely to any family and he deserves to have a home of his own.

Interested in learning more about Nova⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Nova is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, was dewormed and given monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

We have puppies!We have adult dogs!We have small dogs!We have fluffy dogs! We have senior dogs! You want it…we got it!If...
04/06/2025

We have puppies!

We have adult dogs!

We have small dogs!

We have fluffy dogs!

We have senior dogs!

You want it…we got it!

If you’ve been considering getting a dog there is no time better than now. 🙌 Shelters and rescues are overflowing with dogs! In order to make more for more dogs in need we need to free up foster homes which in turn frees up a shelter kennel. 🙏

You can view all of our adoptable pup at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and microchipped.✨

“Just like an Oreo Cookie this little lady is oh so sweet and filled with yummy goodness. 😜 If you are looking for a lov...
04/04/2025

“Just like an Oreo Cookie this little lady is oh so sweet and filled with yummy goodness. 😜 If you are looking for a loving pup whose greatest desire is to snuggle up next to you or sit by your feet as you work from home, Orea is for you. Oreo is a very chill dog with just a touch of spunkiness.” - Oreo’s Foster Mom ❤️🐕‍🦺❤️

Oreo and her fur-siblings were sadly surrendered to a rural shelter when their owner was admitted to assisted living. 😢 Understandably, they were very scared and confused when they lost their home and ended up in a loud shelter.

Oreo is about 5 years old and 15 lbs. She can be nervous at first but quickly warms up to her people and becomes a total cuddle bug. 🤗 Oreo is the definition of a lap dog and if she's not in your lap she is right beside you wherever you go. 😍 She's been good with the other dogs in her foster home and enjoys running around with them outside. Oreo is housebroken, super snuggly, low-key, and gives the sweetest kisses. 😚

Interested in learning more about Oreo⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt.

✨Oreo is spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, was given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

Introducing, Lovey! 🥳Lovey and his fur-siblings were sadly surrendered to a rural shelter when their owner was admitted ...
04/03/2025

Introducing, Lovey! 🥳

Lovey and his fur-siblings were sadly surrendered to a rural shelter when their owner was admitted to assisted living. 😢 Understandably, they were very scared and confused when they lost their home and ended up in a loud shelter.

Lovey is about 2 years old and 18 lbs. 🐕 He can be nervous at first but quickly warms up to his people and becomes a total cuddle bug. He is the sweetest little guy and will wiggle is way over to you to give you a kiss. 😘 He's currently in a foster home with other dogs and doing well. He is housebroken, super gentle and sweet, playful, and a total love.

His foster mom says: “Lovey is the sweetest little thing ever! He is true to his name and so loving. He just wants to snuggle and get pets all day long! He has done all his potty outside. Goes into the crate while I am at work and overnight. He gets along well with my dogs and my children. My son loves to have him lay in bed with him while he plays on his tablet. He is a super easy dog and pretty much turn-key!” ❤️❤️❤️

Interested in learning more about Lovey⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt.

✨Lovey is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, was given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

How cute is this little guy with his one ear that stands up with the other flops down? 😍Howdy and his fur-siblings were ...
04/02/2025

How cute is this little guy with his one ear that stands up with the other flops down? 😍

Howdy and his fur-siblings were sadly surrendered to a rural shelter when their owner was admitted to assisted living. 😢 Understandably, they were very scared and confused when they lost their home and ended up in a loud shelter.

Howdy is about a year old and 15 lbs. 🐕‍🦺 He can be nervous at first but quickly warms up to his people and becomes a total cuddle bug. His foster says, "he does whole body shakes with joy and gets into play stance when I walk in the room." 🥰

Interested in learning more about Howdy⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt.

✨Howdy is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, was given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

🚨Adopter or Foster Needed🚨Our sweet senior, Bubba, is in need of a home! 🙏Bubba is 12 years old and 32 lbs, but don’t le...
03/30/2025

🚨Adopter or Foster Needed🚨

Our sweet senior, Bubba, is in need of a home! 🙏

Bubba is 12 years old and 32 lbs, but don’t let his age fool you, he’s still got a lot of life in him!

Sadly, Bubba found himself at a rural shelter after his owner passed away and is looking for a loving home to ride out his senior years. 😢

Bubba loves to go on long walks and sniff every leaf and tree he can. 🐕‍🦺 He walks well on a leash and is house broken. He appears to be a bit hard of hearing, which means you can grind those coffee beans early in the morning without worrying about waking him up. 💤 At home, he loves to stare out the window and watch people and animals wander about. He will let you know when he sees something interesting! Bubba loves cuddling on the couch, chewing on bones, playing tug-o-war, and giving everyone kisses. 🥰 He is super friendly and loves to just be in the same room as you while you do your thing. ❤️

Bubba would do best as an only fur child.

Interested in adopting our sweet boy⁉️ Apply at www.novapetsalive.org/adopt.

Aren’t in the market to adopt but can foster Bubba⁉️ Apply to foster at www.novapetsalive.org/foster

✨Bubba is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, was given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

Happy National Puppy Day! 🥳Cosmo and Nova are such amazing puppies and deserve great forever homes. They’re about 4 mont...
03/23/2025

Happy National Puppy Day! 🥳

Cosmo and Nova are such amazing puppies and deserve great forever homes. They’re about 4 months old now and getting big! 🐕‍🦺❤️🐕‍🦺

Both boys are super smart and getting really good at housebreaking. They’re already learning commands like ‘sit’, ‘shake’, and ‘down’. 🤩 They’re super sweet and bond quickly with their people.

If you’re in the market for a pup, you can’t go wrong with Cosmo or Nova! 🙌

Interested in learning more about the boys⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Puppies are neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate vaccines, given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and microchipped.✨

We have a new kid on the block. Say 👋 to Lucas! Have you ever seen a more handsome pup? We haven't either! 🤩 But Lucas i...
03/20/2025

We have a new kid on the block.

Say 👋 to Lucas!

Have you ever seen a more handsome pup? We haven't either! 🤩 But Lucas is more than just a pretty face, he is a wonderful dog as well.

Lucas is about a year old and 65 lbs. 🐕

Sadly, he was left in an outside kennel at a rural shelter skinny and with a neck wound. 😩 He tested positive for Heartworm Disease and has finalized his treatment and is now ready to find his forever home. 🙌

Lucas is a fun loving dude! He is great with other dogs and is having the time of his life running and playing with his foster siblings. 🥰 He lives for being loved on and is super sweet. If you enjoy taking your dog with you on adventures, Lucas is happy to join and rides very well in the car. ❤️

Interested in learning more about Lucas⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Lucas is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, has been given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and will be microchipped.✨

🚨Adopter Needed!🚨Visi is our longest term resident and has now been with us since August! 😫Visi is in an amazing foster ...
03/18/2025

🚨Adopter Needed!🚨

Visi is our longest term resident and has now been with us since August! 😫

Visi is in an amazing foster home but she would really love a forever home to call her own. 🙏

Visi is practically perfect! She is about 50 lbs, which makes her great to travel with, and she enjoys car rides. She loves walks and does great on a leash. 🐕‍🦺

Visi is housebroken, crate trained, dog AND cat friendly, and loves all humans! 🤩 She knows “come,” “sit,” “crate,” “shake,” and is working on “stay.” She will even put herself to sleep at night. 🥰

Interested in meeting Miss Visi⁉️

Apply at ➡️ www.novapetsalive.org/adopt

✨Visi is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, was given dewormer and monthly preventatives, and is microchipped.✨

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4094 Majestic Lane #138
Fairfax, VA
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