Friends of the Norfolk Animal Care Center

06/08/2026

Happy National Best Friends Day! 💕🐾

Some friendships are simply meant to last a lifetime, and Mama Kitty and Hot Mess are proof. These bonded Golden Girls arrived at in April when their family moved to housing that could not accommodate pets. Through all the changes, they've had one constant: each other.

Hot Mess is a friendly, independent girl who can be a little nervous in new situations, while Mama Kitty is playful, active, and full of affection. Together, they share a love of head scratches, cozy companionship, and spending time with the people they trust. They get along well with children, have lived with dogs, and are ready to bring double the love to their next family. ❤️

As two Golden Girls, their adoptions are fully sponsored while funds last thanks to a Golden Paws Match from and Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center.

Could their next best friend be you?

Adoption Hours are 1:30–6:00 p.m. daily (closed Wednesdays)

Norfolk Animal Care Center
🔗 www.norfolk.gov/nacc
☎️ (757) 441-5505
✉️ [email protected]
📍 5585 Sabre Rd., Norfolk, VA

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
🔗 www.friendsofnacc.org

06/07/2026

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center will be at Harborfest on Saturday, June 20th, pouring drinks for festival goers.

We need volunteers who can serve drinks and serve as cashiers at our beverage tents. All tips received will go to Norfolk Animal Care Center.

Sign up using the link below:

WHERE: Town Point Park in Norfolk/Waterside, map will be sent prior to event AGE: 21 years old + (bring an ID, it will be checked) DESCRIPTION: Pouring and serving alcohol. Checking out/cashier. Will also be required to ask for tips and donations for Norfolk Animal Care Center, be enthusiastic and h...

06/02/2026

Volunteers Needed!

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center will be at Harborfest on Saturday, June 20th, and the Norfolk Latino Music Festival on Saturday, July 18th, pouring drinks for festival goers.

We need energetic folks who can serve drinks at our beverage tents. All tips received will go to Norfolk Animal Care Center. Sign up using the links below.

Harborfest:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHvbFTdxa5bSKQfxv1yOIZDbdca4nWP3WmGscekBYqPXr2Zg/viewform?usp=header

Latino Music Festival:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerPO_afLe1Ma9mxoVfMBs4NWP_vHI4uhPOm6DSKPp2JHNm7A/viewform?usp=header

06/02/2026

Norfolk Animal Care Center partners with Pets for Patriots to offer reduced adoption fees to members of the military.

Individuals are eligible from any United States Armed Forces and at any stage of their careers – active, reserve, National Guard, retired, or veteran.

Eligible adoptions must meet one of the following criteria:

Dogs or cats two years and older
Dogs 40 pounds or larger regardless of age
Special needs dogs and cats

All eligible adoptions will be half off of the regular $75 adoption fee. Norfolk Animal Care and Adoption Center will help any veteran in the community in the Pets for Patriots program find a needs and lifestyle-appropriate pet. Joining Pets for Patriots is free to veterans and service members. Military members must apply to the Pets for Patriots program prior to adoption.

Draco looks a little pooped on his freedom ride, but rest assured it's all smooth sailing for this newly adopted rescue dog!

Thank you, Jaden, for your service and for throwing Draco a lifeline. And thanks to Norfolk Animal Care Center for the 155th amazing match through our partnership!

06/01/2026

Did you know that spaying and neutering your pet has these long-term health benefits?

-Reduces the risk of cancers
-Reduces unwanted behaviors
-Increases life span
-Reduces roaming
-Decreases pet overpopulation

In May, Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center funded our monthly Neuter and Spay Norfolk clinic, and 27 animals received free spays and/or neuters! Additionally, 20 received rabies (all the others were UTD) and all 25 received microchips.

Our free Neuter and Spay Norfolk clinic takes place every second Wednesday of the month. FNACC also covers the cost of a rabies vaccine and microchip at no charge for Norfolk residents.
Don’t miss this opportunity to keep your pet healthy and happy.
To schedule an appointment:
Call 757-622-7382 (Option 3)
or visit www.peta.org/spayneuter
Be sure to mention you want to book on a Friends of NACC day to receive these free services.

05/31/2026

Four Golden Paws matches remain! Hurry into Norfolk Animal Care Center and adopt your new senior bff and the adoption fee is fully sponsored by Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center and Joshua Wilborne - Arena Real Estate while these matching funds last.

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center Golden Paws Adoption Program:

🐾 Senior pets over seven years of age and older are $35 for any age adopter.
🐾 Senior adopters over the age of 65 and older can adopt a pet of any age for just $35.
🐾 Senior adopters may adopt a senior pet at no cost.

Thanks to Joshua Wilborne, this deal is matched while funds last so that ALL senior pet adoptions are fully funded.

Pictured: Jax, Kaison, Mama Kitty, Hot Mess, Kairo.

Adoption Hours are 1:30 to 6:00 pm every day (except closed on Wednesdays)

Norfolk Animal Care Center
🔗www.norfolk.gov/nacc
☎️(757) 441-5505
✉️[email protected]
📍5585 Sabre Rd. Norfolk, VA

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
🔗 www.friendsofnacc.org

05/26/2026

Take a shelter dog out on a Slumber Pack for an unforgettable night tomorrow!

Start with Bark in the Park at the Norfolk Tides game, then bring your new buddy home for a cozy sleepover, up to 72 hours 🎟️ Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center will cover your game tickets—all we ask is that you snap some photos and help spread the word about your foster pup!

📧 To reserve your Slumber Pack, email [email protected]
🐾 Free tickets are limited —claim yours before they’re gone!

05/25/2026

Enjoy a night of baseball at Harbor Park this Wednesday, May 27th at Bark in the Park with Norfolk Animal Care Center, Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center and the Norfolk Tides!

Dog tickets are $5 each and all proceeds from dog tickets go to Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center to support the animals at NACC, adoption programs, and more. Human tickets are purchased separately.

Don't have a dog? Take a shelter dog out for an unforgettable night!

Start with Bark in the Park at the Norfolk Tides game, then bring your new buddy home for a cozy sleepover, up to 72 hours.

📧 To reserve your Slumber Pack, email [email protected]

Get Bark in the Park tickets at https://www.milb.com/norfolk/ballpark/bark-in-the-park

NOTE: All fans entering Harbor Park with their dog must complete the 2026 Bark in the Park waiver.

05/24/2026

Lilly and Nella's Lemonade Stand for the Norfolk Animal Care Center is setting up for day 2 at Karla's Beach House Restaurant! Come get some lemonade, crafts, and amazing raffles until 1:30pm.

All the proceeds are going to go toward the Norfolk Animal Care Center.

📍Karla's Beach House Restaurant - 3248 East Ocean View Avenue

🕐 7:30AM-1:30PM

Raffle baskets by our 2026 Sponsors are:
Wawa of Norfolk
Oceanview Landscaping
Next Chapter VA Realty - Kristen Boyd - Realtor Owner
East Little Creek Business Association
The Aberdeen Barn
Always Latte Cafe/LaVie Cafe
Black Dog Photography
Blue Horse Tattoo and Body Piercing BHS OCEAN VIEW
Central Meats & Almost Catered
Chicken Salad Chick
Glow Tanning OV
Georgie’s Pet Supply
Hangry's
The Home Depot – Military Highway
Karla's Beach House Restaurant
Mahalo Poke House
Minuteman Press Virginia Beach – Bryan Angello Owner
Norfolk Tides
Penguin’s Snoballs at Ocean View
Pownd Cakes by Jen
Stony’s Dockside Bar and Grill
Studio East Salon
Touch Of Twinkle : Fairy Hair By Lindsay
Two Brothers Dog Wash
Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Ynot Italian

SIX Shocking Raffle Baskets:
Bark-taskic Basket - $765
Whisker and Whimsy - $615
Paws-itively Purr-fect Basket - $524
Happy Tails Basket - $220
Duck-Quack-It Basket #1 - $110
Duck-Quack-lt Basket #2- $110

Ways to get 🎟️a raffle ticket🎟️:
🐶Buy tickets individually
🐰Buy 4 tickets for $10
🐱Buy 3 lemonades and get 1 raffle ticket free

Thank you every one! Hope to see you all very soon! Have a peaceful day ❤️

05/23/2026

Good morning everyone!!! Lilly and Nella's Lemonade Stand for the Norfolk Animal Care Center is ready and set up! Come get some lemonade, crafts, and amazing raffles!

All the proceeds are going to go toward the Norfolk Animal Care Center.

Today and tomorrow we will be at the very delicious Karla's Beach House Restaurant - 3248 East Ocean View Avenue 7:30AM-1:30PM

Raffle baskets by our 2026 Sponsors are:
Wawa of Norfolk
Oceanview Landscaping
Next Chapter VA Realty - Kristen Boyd - Realtor Owner
East Little Creek Business Association
The Aberdeen Barn
Always Latte Cafe/LaVie Cafe
Black Dog Photography
Blue Horse Tattoo and Body Piercing BHS OCEAN VIEW
Central Meats & Almost Catered
Chicken Salad Chick
Glow Tanning OV
Georgie’s Pet Supply
Hangry's
The Home Depot – Military Highway
Karla's Beach House Restaurant
Mahalo Poke House
Minuteman Press Virginia Beach – Bryan Angello Owner
Norfolk Tides
Penguin’s Snoballs at Ocean View
Pownd Cakes by Jen
Stony’s Dockside Bar and Grill
Studio East Salon
Touch Of Twinkle : Fairy Hair By Lindsay
Two Brothers Dog Wash
Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Ynot Italian

SIX Shocking Raffle Baskets:
Bark-taskic Basket - $765
Whisker and Whimsy - $615
Paws-itively Purr-fect Basket - $524
Happy Tails Basket - $220
Duck-Quack-It Basket #1 - $110
Duck-Quack-lt Basket #2- $110

Ways to get 🎟️a raffle ticket🎟️:
🐶Buy tickets individually
🐰Buy 4 tickets for $10
🐱Buy 3 lemonades and get 1 raffle ticket free

Thank you every one! Hope to see you all very soon! Have a peaceful day ❤️