Fauquier SPCA

Fauquier SPCA Private Non-Profit Animal Shelter In 1989 the present Fauquier SPCA shelter was built in Casanova, Virginia on eleven acres of donated land.

For many years the shelter was housed at Dogpatch Farm, just outside of Warrenton, Virginia, in a small building about 100 feet square. This facility boasts 36 dog kennels, six dog quarantine kennels, and three separate cat rooms, including a cat sunroom. We have a spay/neuter clinic where shelter and privately owned dogs and cats are sterilized. There is also a barn and fenced paddocks to house livestock, exercise dogs, and provide additional storage space.

Are you looking for a beautiful face to share your life adventures with? Look no further! Our "Purr-ty Fur-Babies" are ...
06/25/2025

Are you looking for a beautiful face to share your life adventures with? Look no further! Our "Purr-ty Fur-Babies" are looking for their forever homes!
Come visit them at the Fauquier SPCA!

☀️Animal Safety Alert due to excessively high temperatures in Fauquier County ❗During this period, animal owners or cust...
06/25/2025

☀️Animal Safety Alert due to excessively high temperatures in Fauquier County ❗
During this period, animal owners or custodians are required to provide appropriate protection from the weather, including adequate shelter, water, space and access to shade.
Pay special attention to animals most prone to heat stroke:
• Brachycephalic Breeds: Dogs and cats with short noses, such as bulldogs, pugs, boxers, Persians and Shih Tzus, have compromised airways that make it difficult for them to cool themselves through panting.
• Older Animals: Senior pets often have health conditions that make them less able to regulate their body temperature, increasing their risk of heat stroke.
• Young Animals: Puppies and kittens are less capable of handling extreme temperatures due to their developing bodies.
• Animals with Preexisting Health Conditions: Pets with respiratory, cardiovascular or other health issues are at higher risk of heat stroke due to their compromised health.
• Thick-Coated Breeds: Animals with dense fur, such as huskies, malamutes and long-haired cats, may struggle to stay cool in hot weather.
• Outdoor Animals: Animals kept outdoors should be monitored at all times and brought into a temperature-controlled environment if they begin to show signs of distress such as vomiting, diarrhea, excessive drooling, dizziness, disorientation, seizure or heavy panting.
Take preventative measures to protect animals during hot weather:
• Provide ample water and shade to help them stay cool.
• Avoid hot surfaces such as pavement and asphalt to prevent burns and overheating.
• Adjust activity levels and exercise animals during cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or late evening, and keep sessions short.
• Use cooling aids like cooling mats, fans or damp towels for animals to lie on, and consider using pet-safe cooling vests.
• Never leave pets in parked cars, which can quickly reach lethal temperatures, even with the windows slightly open.
• Monitor at-risk pets closely and keep them indoors as much as possible during excessive heat.
• Be vigilant for symptoms of heat stroke, including excessive panting, drooling and lethargy.
If you suspect an animal is suffering from heat stroke, immediately:
• Move the animal to a cooler area.
• Offer small amounts of cool (not cold) water.
• Wet the animal with cool water and use a fan to aid cooling.
• Contact a veterinarian immediately for further instructions.
Failure to comply with these safety measures can result in penalties, including fines and time in jail.
To report concerns, citizens may contact Animal Control’s non-emergency line at 540-347-3300.

06/24/2025

Greta and Jocasta need your help❗
The Fauquier SPCA has 2, not one but 2️⃣, dogs this week in urgent need of medical intervention. Greta, the Poodle, and Jocasta, the Aussie mix, both need immediate leg amputations to alleviate the pain and suffering they have been forced to live with until now.

Both dogs were victims of being hit by cars. Greta was injured months ago; Jocasta was hit weeks ago. Both of their owners never got them the appropriate vet care due to the cost. Once dogs are surrendered to us, the cost of care falls on the Fauquier SPCA if we choose to help. We will always choose to help the dogs!
These procedures are vital, as they will give these resilient girls a chance to adapt and thrive with a great quality of life! However, amputation is not only a physical challenge but also a financial hurdle. The costs for surgery, post-operative care, and rehabilitation are significant.
We usually do leg amputations at the Fauquier SPCA Clinic to help offset the cost, but we are at capacity with surgeries right now. Our own Dr. Elizabeth Krause is only one person, and these surgeries need to be done Now. Thankfully, the amazing and dedicated Dr. Denney with Pender Veterinary Centre is going to take on Greta’s more complicated amputation for us on Thursday, June 26th. Please help us help them…
Here’s how your compassion can turn their pain into hope:
• Donate: Any amount, big or small, will contribute toward covering the costs of surgery and recovery. Every dollar counts in making a life-changing difference for these sweet girls!
• Share: Spread the word by sharing their story with your network. The more people who know they need us, the closer we can get to our goal.
If your animal needs help you are unable to provide, please reach out before Fauquier Animal Control has to be involved. It is never okay to leave an animal untreated who needs veterinary care!
Our total goal to raise is $4,000. Together as a community, we can ensure they receive the care they need to live full, joyful lives. As always, we appreciate your kindness and generosity! The link has other ways you can donate as well.
https://www.fauquierspca.com/how-to-help/donate-2/

No need to think about what to cook for dinner in this heat on Thursday!The Fauquier SPCA and Ledo Pizza, Warrenton loca...
06/23/2025

No need to think about what to cook for dinner in this heat on Thursday!
The Fauquier SPCA and Ledo Pizza, Warrenton location have you covered.
Join us for our SPIRT DAY-ALL DAY! Thursday, June 26th
Be sure to mention "Fauquier SPCA" when you order.
A Donation Box will be onsite too!
Hope to see you there!

The Fauquier SPCA will be closing at 3 p.m. today (Monday) and Tuesday this week due to the high temperatures.
06/23/2025

The Fauquier SPCA will be closing at 3 p.m. today (Monday) and Tuesday this week due to the high temperatures.

We will be closing at 3:00 pm today, Sunday, June 22, 2025. We will reopen to the public tomorrow, Monday, at 12:00 noon...
06/22/2025

We will be closing at 3:00 pm today, Sunday, June 22, 2025. We will reopen to the public tomorrow, Monday, at 12:00 noon.

Do you know me ? I’m a handsome intact male found on Old Morgansburg Rd wearing a leather collar. Please call 540 788 90...
06/21/2025

Do you know me ?

I’m a handsome intact male found on Old Morgansburg Rd wearing a leather collar. Please call 540 788 9000 if you know who I belong to.

We will be closing at 2:30 pm today, Friday, June 20, 2025. We will reopen to the public tomorrow, Saturday, at 12:00 no...
06/20/2025

We will be closing at 2:30 pm today, Friday, June 20, 2025. We will reopen to the public tomorrow, Saturday, at 12:00 noon.

From Shelter to Spotlight: Celebrating the Rescue Stars of FilmBy Kelly Jolene Litchford, Leverage AnimalsJune 19th was ...
06/20/2025

From Shelter to Spotlight: Celebrating the Rescue Stars of Film
By Kelly Jolene Litchford, Leverage Animals

June 19th was National Pets in Film Day, a perfect time to shine a light on the incredible animals working in the entertainment industry, and to give a little extra love to those who started their journey in a shelter.

As a professional animal trainer and wrangler, I work with dogs from all backgrounds. Some from breeders, some handpicked for film work, and some who were simply waiting for their second chance in a shelter. Every dog has value. Every dog has potential. But today, I want to celebrate the shelter dogs who beat the odds and end up in the spotlight.

Shelter dogs come with stories. They come with resilience. They come with a spark that, when nurtured, can absolutely light up the screen.

My own little star-in-training, Encore, is a living example of that. She came from the Fauquier SPCA and has taken to film training like she was born for it. She’s clever, confident, and full of that special something that you just can’t teach. Every day she blows me away with her enthusiasm, her adaptability, and her drive to learn. I have no doubt she’ll be captivating audiences soon.

What makes a great animal actor? It’s not a specific breed or perfect behavior from the start. It’s confidence. Curiosity. Sociability. A love for people and play. Shelter dogs can, and do, have all of that in spades.

With time, compassion, and consistent training, a shelter dog can be every bit as focused, reliable, and brilliant on set as any other.

So this National Pets in Film Day, let’s celebrate the dogs who beat the odds. Let’s celebrate the shelters and rescues giving them that second chance. And let’s keep opening doors for animals like Encore, who are more than ready to take the spotlight.

Follow along our journey on Instagram

Photos by Ellen Zangla Photography
https://ellenzanglaphotography.com/?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLBC3dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp5wIDoSQ9yYXkEugY-OGXfCG6BFtDH-yEAUnzkFMpPwSSUCBYF_pgtPbYyBL_aem_1yRZfaFxnh0H1dDKdl5x1A

Yesterday, June 18th, was Veterinary Appreciation Day, and we did not want to pass up the opportunity to recognize the d...
06/19/2025

Yesterday, June 18th, was Veterinary Appreciation Day, and we did not want to pass up the opportunity to recognize the dedicated veterinary professionals who take care of our shelter animals and offer services to the community through our low-cost clinic. They each bring over 25+ years of individual expertise to the work they do here at the FSPCA.

Please take a moment to help us thank them for their service and commitment – Dr. Elizabeth Krause, our on-staff Veterinarian; Devon Dennis Settle, LVT, our Executive Director; Dr. Elaine Lutz, Board Member and Veterinarian; and Dr. Jana Froeling of Full Circle Equine who takes time every month to help with surgical and wellness care at the shelter. We truly appreciate all the support staff in our clinic as well.

Animal shelter veterinary professionals face unique challenges including high caseloads, limited resources, and the need to balance individual animal care with population health. They must also address complex medical and behavioral issues, often with limited medical history, while dealing with overcrowding and funding constraints.

Veterinary Appreciation Day is a time to reflect on the remarkable contributions of veterinary professionals and celebrate their dedication to animal health and welfare. By taking the time to express our gratitude and support, we can show veterinarians and veterinary technicians how much we value their hard work and commitment to keeping our pets safe and healthy.
https://www.fauquierspca.com/programs-and-services/spayneuter-clinic/

Thank you Kim, Martha and Nathan from William C Hazel Construction for volunteering at the shelter on Saturday. They hel...
06/17/2025

Thank you Kim, Martha and Nathan from William C Hazel Construction for volunteering at the shelter on Saturday. They helped take the dogs on their long morning walk, socialized with our puppies, kittens and our Rabbit! Yes, we have a rabbit at the shelter.
Thank you for sharing kindness with animals temporarily housed at the shelter. Each one is looking for their forever homes.

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9350 Rogues Road
Midland, VA
22728

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 4pm
Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15407889000

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