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The Hopewell Animal Control Unit takes great pride in providing superior innovated services through professionalism to our community.

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10/30/2026

🎃👻 THEY'VE GOT THEIR COSTUMES READY… NOW THEY JUST NEED SOMEONE TO TAKE THEM HOME! 🐾❤️

Tomorrow, these adorable Hopewell Animal Services pups are heading to ADOPT YOUR BOO, hoping to trade shelter life for a forever home! 🏡🐶

ALL of the dogs pictured will be at Saucy's BBQ tomorrow, ready to meet their perfect person. And who knows? A few might even show up in costume! 🎃👻

📅 Saturday, October 31 | 11 AM–2 PM
📍 Saucy's BBQ | 207 E. City Point Rd., Hopewell

Come meet these amazing adoptables, grab some delicious BBQ, and maybe find your very own forever Boo! ❤️

🐾 IMPORTANT REMINDER: The shelter will NOT be open for its regular 10 AM–2 PM hours tomorrow. Instead, come see us at Saucy's from 11 AM–2 PM!

📸 Check out the information under each dog's photo to learn more about these cuties!

👻 They don't need tricks or treats. They just need someone to give them a chance. ❤️🐾

Please SHARE and help us make this a Halloween to remember for some very deserving dogs! 🎃

10/30/2026

🤎🐾 CRYSTAL WANTS TO BE YOUR NUMBER ONE! 🐾🤎

Meet Crystal, a 4–5-year-old caramel-colored Boxer/Pittie mix with a stunning black muzzle, beautiful eyes and just the right amount of sass! ❤️

Crystal isn't the girl who's going to roll over and offer you her belly the moment you meet her. She's a girl who believes trust should be earned. But put in a little effort, and you'll be VERY well rewarded! Once you're in her circle, Crystal is a sweet, affectionate, loyal companion who genuinely loves spending time with her people.
One of our favorite things about her? The way she looks at you on walks. Crystal frequently checks in, batting those pretty eyes at you as if she's flirting.
“Just making sure you know how happy I am to be here with you.” 😂❤️

Here's what else makes Crystal special:
💕 Loves her people and builds strong connections with those she trusts.
🧠 Smart and responsive — knows sit, listens to her handler and responds well to guidance.
🦴 Very treat motivated — she'll sit patiently, staring into your eyes while awaiting direction. And possibly calculating how many extra treats she can negotiate. 😂
🎾 Enjoys fetch and rolling around in the grass.
🛁 Loves being brushed and getting belly rubs — and is even wonderfully tolerant of baths!
💁‍♀️ A little sass, a little silliness — occasionally gets fired up but responds well to redirection. A girl with personality!
🐶 Prefers to be your one-and-only pet — Crystal wants to be the center of someone's world.

Crystal may not be an instant-best-friend kind of girl, but she's the kind who makes earning her trust worth every minute.

She's smart, affectionate, playful and just sassy enough to keep life interesting.
Crystal wants to be your number one. Are you ready to be hers? 🥹🤎
📍 Hopewell Animal Services
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM
❤️ Available for adoption or rescue transfer. Please share and help Crystal find her person! 🐾🏡

10/30/2026

🐾💕 MAPLE UPDATE: NEW HOME, NEW NAME, SAME HAPPY GIRL! 🏡❤️

Remember sweet Maple, whose adoption story we shared last week? Well, she's now Remi, and we just received the most adorable photo of her settling into her forever home! 🥹💕

Her new family shared this little update:

❤️ “Update on Maple now Remi. She looks very happy to me. We are enjoying her and thank you all so much!”

And judging by that photo, we'd say Remi is settling into the good life just beautifully! 🥰

These are the updates that make our hearts happy. Seeing dogs who once called the shelter home now loved, comfortable and right where they belong.

Thank you to Remi's wonderful family for giving her the happy ending she deserves — and for sharing a little glimpse of her new life with us! ❤️🐾

Happy tails, sweet Remi! 🏡💕

10/29/2026

🎃👻 THE COSTUMES ARE READY, THE CUTENESS IS OFF THE CHARTS, AND ADOPT YOUR BOO IS ALMOST HERE! 🐾❤️

Our Hopewell Animal Services pups are getting into the Halloween spirit, and we couldn't resist showing off a few of our adorable adoptables in their best spooky-season attire! 🐶🎃

These cuties aren't just dressing up for Halloween—they're hoping to find someone to love them long after the costumes come off! ❤️🏡

Come meet many of these BOO-tiful pups (and more!) THIS SATURDAY!

👻 ADOPT YOUR BOO! 🎃
📅 Saturday, October 31 | 11 AM–2 PM
📍 Saucy's BBQ | 207 E. City Point Rd., Hopewell

The weather is looking perfect for Halloween festivities, delicious BBQ, and plenty of tail wags! ☀️🍖🐾

Come grab some BBQ, meet some amazing shelter dogs, and maybe find your very own forever Boo! ❤️

🐾 REMINDER: The shelter will be closed for regular hours Saturday, so come see us at Saucy's instead!

🎃 Which pup wins best costume? Take a peek, pick your favorite, and SHARE to help these cuties find their forever homes!

10/29/2026

💙🐾 CHROME: BIG MUSCLES. TINY EARS. EVEN BIGGER HEART! 🐾💙

Meet Chrome, a 1–2-year-old, 60-pound dilute tricolored Pittie mix who's built like an athlete and sporting what might be the tiniest cropped ears we've ever seen.
Seriously, there's barely anything left of them. Sorry, Chrome. 😂❤️

We can't help but imagine how handsome he'd be with a big, floppy set of natural Pittie ears! Fortunately, what Chrome lacks in ear real estate, he MORE than makes up for in personality! This boy is happy, affectionate and absolutely LOVES people! He's never met a stranger, happily soaks up scratches and attention, and has a tail that seemingly NEVER stops wagging!

Here's what else we love about Chrome:
💕 Affectionate and social! Loves people and all the attention they're willing to give.
🐾 Enthusiastic walker! Strong on leash initially but settles into a nice pace. Loves stopping to investigate every interesting smell!
🧠 Smart and treat motivated! Knows sit and shake and takes treats very gently.
🏡 Seems housebroken! Another promising sign for life outside the shelter.
🐶 Very interested in other dogs! Chrome gets excited and focused when he sees canine friends. He could potentially do well with a similarly sized dog following proper introductions, but we suspect he'd be happiest as the only pet.
💪 Athletic and full of life! Would love a family who enjoys walks, adventures and spending time together.

Chrome is just one of those dogs who's HAPPY to be with you. Whether you're out exploring or simply giving him some love, he's all in! We can't give Chrome his floppy ears back, but we CAN help him find the loving home he deserves. 🥹💙

He's ready to trade shelter walks for neighborhood adventures and kennel time for couch time!
📍 Hopewell Animal Services — Hopewell, VA
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday • 10 AM–2 PM
❤️ Available for adoption or rescue transfer!
Come meet Chrome! Those tiny ears and that nonstop wagging tail are guaranteed to make you smile! 🐾💙

10/28/2026

💔🐾 HE'S HOUSETRAINED. HE'S A CUDDLER. HE'S PRACTICALLY MOVE-IN READY. SO WHY IS PJ STILL WAITING?! 🥹❤️

Meet PJ, a 4–5-year-old, 65-pound white-and-grey Pittie mix with the cutest little ears and one of the sweetest personalities around! ❤️

We've always known PJ was special, but after a recent off-site adoption event and a sleepover with one of our volunteers, we're even MORE convinced this boy is ready for a home of his own!

PJ stole hearts at the event, and his overnight report card? STRAIGHT A's! 🏡🥹
Here's what we've learned about this handsome guy:
🏡 Housetrained and well mannered! Quiet, content and wonderfully behaved in the house.
💕 HUGE cuddler! Loves affection and being close to his people.
🚗 Excellent car companion! Excited to go for rides and travels beautifully.
🐾 Dream on leash! One of the easiest dogs at the shelter to walk. Gentle, easygoing and frequently checks in with his person.
🧠 Smart and polite! Knows sit and shake, takes treats incredibly gently and could easily learn more.
🐶 Potentially dog-friendly! Previously lived with another dog and does well around most dogs on walks. Meet & greets required.
🐱 Previously lived with cats, too! Slow introductions are always recommended.

PJ came to the shelter with a canine companion who's since been adopted. Now it's HIS TURN! ❤️

He's already shown us what a wonderful companion he can be — affectionate, easygoing, well mannered and perfectly happy just being near his people.
PJ doesn't need much. Just a family to love, a cozy place to curl up and someone who appreciates a really, REALLY good dog. 🥹💙
📍 Hopewell Animal Services
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday • 10 AM–2 PM
❤️ Available for adoption or rescue transfer!

Come meet PJ! He's got the manners, the cuddles, those adorable little ears and SO much love to give! 🐾🏡

10/27/2026

💕🐾 THUMBELINA: LITTLE BY LITTLE, SHE'S LEARNING THE WORLD ISN'T SO SCARY! 🐾💕

Meet Thumbelina, a 1–2-year-old, 40-pound caramel-and-white Pittie mix with a sweet soul who's slowly learning to trust. 🥹❤️

When Thumbelina first arrived at Hopewell Animal Services, she was absolutely terrified. Everything was overwhelming, and she wasn't quite sure who or what to trust. But with patience and kindness from our staff and volunteers, this sweet girl is finally starting to blossom! 🌸

💕 Loves affection! Once she knows you're a friend, she wants to be as close as possible, soaking up pets and giving gentle kisses.
🗣️ Loves being talked to! A little sweet conversation and reassurance go a long way with this girl.
🐾 Making progress on leash! She's still building confidence but does well with patience and encouragement.
🐶 Other dogs seem to boost her confidence! She appears comfortable around canine friends, but meet & greets are always required.
🏡 A calm, patient home is ideal. Thumbelina would do best with adults or older, understanding kids who will let her settle at her own pace.

Thumbelina may not be the dog who immediately runs into your arms, but give her a little time, and you'll discover a loving, affectionate girl who's been waiting for someone to make her feel safe. ❤️

She's come so far already. Just imagine how much she'll blossom in a home of her own! 🥹🌸
📍 Hopewell Animal Services
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday • 10 AM–2 PM
❤️ Available for adoption or rescue transfer!
Come meet Thumbelina. Sometimes the sweetest love stories just take a little patience. 🐾💕

10/27/2026

💚🐾 BEETLEJUICE, BEETLEJUICE, BEETLEJUICE… SOMEONE PLEASE ADOPT THIS SWEET BOY! 🐾💚

Meet Beetlejuice, a 2-year-old, 40-pound fawn-and-white Pittie mix with a sensitive soul, a playful personality and a whole lot of love to give! ❤️

Beetlejuice is one of those dogs who might need a little time to figure out that you're a friend. But once he does? Prepare for some serious affection! 🥹

This handsome little guy has a wonderfully sweet, snuggly side, and he absolutely LOVES spending time with people he trusts.
Here's what makes Beetlejuice special:
💕 Professional snuggler! Loves affection, belly rubs and being close to his favorite humans.
🐾 Fantastic walking buddy! Easy on leash and enjoys getting outside to explore.
🌱 Grass-rolling enthusiast! Few things make this boy happier than a good roll in the grass!
💦 Water lover! Always happy to splash around and enjoy a little outdoor fun.
🧠 Smart and treat motivated! Knows sit, takes treats nicely and enjoys learning.
❤️ Sweet but sensitive! Beetlejuice can be cautious with unfamiliar people and situations, so he appreciates patience and the chance to build trust at his own pace.

Beetlejuice has spent some time in a home, and we've learned that he can become protective of his people and surroundings. He'll do best with an experienced, adults-only family who understands canine behavior, can provide structure and consistency, and has a quieter home without lots of visitors.

He's not looking for a busy social calendar. He's looking for his people. The ones who will appreciate his affectionate nature, respect his boundaries and help him feel safe and secure. And when Beetlejuice feels comfortable? There's a funny, loving, playful little dog just waiting to shine. 💚

Beetlejuice doesn't need a perfect home. He needs the RIGHT home. 🥹❤️

A little patience, a little understanding and a whole lot of love could make all the difference for this deserving boy.
📍 Hopewell Animal Services — Hopewell, VA
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday • 10 AM–2 PM
❤️ Available for adoption or rescue transfer!

Interested adopters and rescues are encouraged to speak with shelter staff about Beetlejuice's history and the type of home where he'll be most successful.
Let's help Beetlejuice find the happy ending he's been waiting for! 🐾🏡💚

10/26/2026

🍿🐾 WARNING: POPCORN MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE SMILING, UNCONTROLLABLE LAUGHTER AND A SUDDEN NEED TO BUY TENNIS BALLS! 😂🎾

Some dogs are just impossible not to love. Popcorn is one of them! ❤️

This 3-year-old, 60-pound blue-and-white hunk of Pittie perfection has a tail that never stops wagging, a personality that's larger than life and a serious obsession with tennis balls!

And when we say this boy is HAPPY, we mean ALL FOUR PAWS OFF THE GROUND happy! 😂 Popcorn gets so excited that he literally launches himself into the air. Apparently, gravity is optional when you're having this much fun!

And then there's his relationship with tennis balls. 🎾

Let's just say it's getting serious.

During a recent outing, Popcorn carried a tennis ball in his mouth for practically the ENTIRE walk. When he finally dropped it, he immediately started searching everywhere for his missing treasure. Apparently, a walk just isn't complete without his favorite accessory! 😂

Here's what else makes Popcorn such a catch:

🐾 Great walking buddy! Can be strong on leash initially, but settles into a nice walk. One volunteer called him a DREAM to walk!

🎾 Tennis ball fanatic! Loves playing with balls and carrying his prized possessions around.

🧠 Smart boy! Knows sit, paw AND down!

🏡 Appears housebroken!

🐶 Potentially dog-friendly! Has met a couple of dogs and done well. Meet & greets required!

🚗 Ready for adventure! Happily jumped right into the car.

Popcorn is handsome, smart, playful and full of personality. He's the kind of dog who makes an ordinary day a whole lot more fun! ❤️

All he needs is a family who appreciates a happy Pittie with impressive jumping skills and a slightly unreasonable attachment to tennis balls. 🥹🎾

Could Popcorn be your perfect match?

📍 Hopewell Animal Services — Hopewell, VA
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday • 10 AM–2 PM
❤️ Available for adoption or rescue transfer!

PLEASE SHARE! Let's get Popcorn popping right out of the shelter and into a forever home! 🍿🐾💙

Address

507 Station Street
Hopewell, VA
23860

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm
Friday	10am - 2pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+18045412204

Website

https://www.hopewellva.gov/213/Police

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