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08/22/2024

DID SOMEBODY SAY BEAGLE??? Thanks to all of your support, We have a BEAGLE BONANZA going on here at Homeward Trails!! We couldn't be happier to have these pups out of the shelter!
We have beagles of All Ages, All Colors, All Sizes! These Regal Beagles are the perfect family addition. All Lovable, All friendly, All playful, ALL ADORABLE!!!
AND....All looking for their perfect family. Visit our website to learn more about these Super Cuddly, Super Sweet BEAGLES!!

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/

Stop by our Adoption Center and meet some of these cuties at our ADOPTION EVENTS THIS WEEKEND!!!
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00-4:00
11118 FAIRFAX STATION RD, FAIRFAX, VA

https://www.homewardtrails.org/help-out/adoption-center/

08/20/2024

How incredibly amazing is this? Mirror image mama and daughter! Buttercup and her pup, Caramel are both available for adoption!

Buttercup is friendly with people of all ages, housebroken, coexists well with other dogs, and loves to hoard toys! While she is crate trained, she dislikes confinement but is not destructive free-roaming. Caramel is a confident pup who loves children, gets on well with adult dogs, and adores playing tug and bouncing in a ball pit!

Click on their pictures for links to their website bios!

08/20/2024

ANOTHER SHELTER PARTNER IS BEGGING FOR HELP!!!! THESE DOG NEED FOSTER HOMES BEFORE THEIR TIME RUNS OUT!! THEY ARE SWEET AND GOOD WITH OTHER DOGS!!
Even if you can foster for just a short period of time, WE CAN SAVE THEM. They could arrive this Wednesday ot Thursday.
EMAIL: [email protected]

Star lab mix 2 yr 60 lbs good girl, loves car rides
Dolly mix 3 yr 30-35 lbs scared at shelter but friendly
Ebony mix 3 yr 30-35 lbs scared at shelter but friendly
Fiona heeler mx 2 yr 35 lbs sweet and friendly
Molly mix 1 yr 45 lbs Friendly,
Bruce lab x 2 yr 40 lbs friendly
Bambi mix 3-4 mo 15-20 lbs sweet loves attention
Goliath mix 5 mo 25 lbs friendly, good with other dogs
Dragon lab mix 5 mo 35 lbs calm, good with other dogs
Mufasa lab mix 4.5 mo 45 lbs good with other dogs and cats
Simba lab mix 4.5 mo 31 lbs good with other dogs and cats

08/20/2024

ADOPTION MONDAY smiles to brighten your day.
These lucky dogs and cats found their forever homes!

Here's who got adopted recently!
Dogs: Gizmo, Chili, Bear, Mystic, Margot, Francesca, Winnie, Heidi, Lady Bailey, Drako, Scout, Jasmine, Ace, Westley, Tess, Penny Lane, Firefly, Minnie, Bee, Conway, Daffy, Basil, Frankie, Lana, Rocket Man, Ernie, Lavender, Bluey, Mabel, Dandy, Akira, Rainey, Sunny, Emma, Hey Jude, Kenny, Red Snapper, Narnia, Koda, Dutch Mini, Chicken Wing, Bitsy, Rocky, Gracie, Taz, Rango, French Toast, Haze, Maple, Nellie, Jess, Crumpet, Benito, Lobster, Maggie, Maverick, Opal, Tim McGraw, Paprika, Cinnamon, Bubba, Remi, Gunner, Twix, Smartie, Pancake, Nyla, Nadia, Waffle, Mr Moonlight, Big Boy, Razzle, Mister, Archie, JJ, Roxie, Sunshine, Dots, Noodle, Farmer, Pez, and Eggo

Cats: Tizzy, Buddy, Rhino, Chloe, Donna Moss, CJ Creg, Rose, Monroe, Fergus, Olive, Mango, Ajax, Domino, Anika, Charge, Volt, Hubert, Clover, Ginger Snap, Candy, Curry, Garlic Hummus, Valentino, Serena, Larry, David, Chai, Derby, Daniel, Tallulah, Mila, Peekaboo, Garnet, Kylo, Jerry, Carlos, Louis, Angel, Minz, Jessie, Daffodil, Benjamin, Kitty, Sissie, Caramel, Charlie, Hollister, Tobias, Marvin, Cheez It, and Mary

08/19/2024

HELP SAVE LIVES TODAY!!!! ALL OF THE DESPERATE PUPS MUST LEAVE THE SHELTER NOW!!!
All of the amazing dogs are in a shelter and we can only help them if we have foster homes for them.
Please help us, their TIME IS VERY LIMITED!!!

Even if you can only commit to fostering for 2 weeks, that will save their lives!

They can be here Wed. 8/21 between 5-7 pm at the HT adoption center in Fairfax Station, Va.
********We cannot guarantee we will see reply posts...

PLEASE EMAIL SHEILA: [email protected]

H pups -- collie/shep mix, 2 male, 2 female, approx 12 weeks, approx 10 lbs each. Can go separately, but recommend they go in pairs. We MUST find fosters for all 4, can't take part of a family and leave the others behind

Stitch -- M black lab mix, 3-4 mos, approx 25 lbs, happy and playful pup as you can see, good with dogs

Sugar -- F black lab mix, 3-4 mos, approx 25 lbs, happy and playful pup as you can see, good with dogs

Leo - M Great Pyrenees (probably purebred), 5 yrs old, 68 lbs, sweet and sad boy who was found as a stray. Good w/ dogs. Very sad in the shelter.

Quinn -- F Great Pyrenees (probably purebred), 3-4 yrs old, 67 lbs, very skinny. sweet but sad, also found as a stray. Needs a lot of TLC. Good w/ dogs. Very sad in the shelter.

Ringo -- M shepherd/lab mix, 6-7 mos, 31 lbs, super friendly and playful boy, good with dogs

Mickey -- M unknown mix, 10 wks, 13-15 lbs, this boy is Mr. Personality, good with everyone

Sophie -- F small lab mix, 30 lbs, 10 yrs. She breaks my heart more than usual. Good with dogs and grateful for any affection.

Freya -- F boxer mix, 1 yo, 43 lbs, was scared when she ended up at the shelter but a bit better now. Still not a good place for a sensitive girl to be (or any dog, for that matter). Good with dogs.

08/19/2024

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT DOGS NEEDING FOSTERS. PLEASE READ

Happy Monday everyone.

Wanted to share a very important message and need we have that will be landing in your inbox every MONDAY going forward.

As most of you know we have our Adoption Center in Fairfax Station and the Trails Home Farm in Delaplane. At both locations we have a number of dogs - and a good number of them have been at both locations too long in our opinion.

As we know that dogs do the best when they are in home environments, it has always been our goal to use the Center & Farm as a "first stop temporary" location for our rescued dogs. A safe place for them to chill, be present at adoption events...and then move on to adoptive or foster homes.

And so we are going to "reprioritize" the dogs who have been in these locations for longer than 2 weeks for foster homes. It's most fair to them that they get all the best resources our wonderful fosters have - and not be passed over by dogs coming directly from shelters.

We have created our weekly HT Priority Pack, which consists of our top 6 dogs who really really need foster homes right away. PLEASE consider one of them and please SHARE widely in all ways that you can via email/social media/friends/family/colleagues. Every dog from the Center & Farm opens up a slot for us to rescue another.

We could not do what we do without all of you wonderful people so please help us provide the very best we can to these dogs. While we know they are in great hands at both the Center & Farm, nothing replaces a home and a family - and some of these cuties have been waiting way too long and it makes us (and them) sad.

The HT Priority Pack

Please consider these PRIORITY dogs for foster. They are the most pressing dogs in need of a foster home as they have been at our Adoption Center or the Trails Home Farm the longest. While we strive to provide top-notch care to our dogs at these locations, nothing is better for a dog than a home environment.

Our ability to move these dogs to foster homes directly impacts our ability to rescue others – it’s all entirely related. We must first take care of those dogs already with us before rescuing more. So a dog moving to foster opens up a spot (or two) for a dog facing euthanasia at an overcrowded shelter.

Thus, you fostering saves two lives – the dog you foster and the one who will take his/her place.

PLEASE consider one of these dogs today.

Every Monday we will share with you our top 6 dogs needing foster homes.

Sadly, time is ticking for every dog in a shelter right now. Together, we can save lives.

1. ROSIE
37 lbs/6 months old/Female
Good with Kids? Rosie is friendly with children of all ages
Good with Dogs? Rosie does great with other dogs and loves to play.
Good with Cats? Rosie does fine with cats
Rosie is a very sweet, loving, and cuddly dog. Nothing makes her happier than getting petted, having her bellied rubbed, or snuggling with a person. She loves adults and kids and would enjoy being in a home with a family or adults. She's learning commands quickly (sit, down, focus, leave it, off) and wants to please. She's also crate trained and we are working on house breaking.
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F85760814

2. SANIBEL
39 lbs/1 year old/female
Good with kids? Once Sanibel overcomes her fear of strangers, she will likely do well with older kids.
Good with dogs? Sanibel gets along great with dogs.
Good with cats? Sanibel is cat friendly.
Sanibel would benefit greatly with an experienced foster who can work with her shyness and fearfulness of new people. Sanibel requires a home with a confident dog that can show her the ropes. She is a total sweetheart who loves to get all the attention.
Contact:[email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F79114222

3. HENRI
45 lbs/5 years, 8 months old/Female
Good with Kids? The previous owner said Henri is good with kids. She is a bit shy with new people and doesn't like fast movements or loud noises. She may do better with older kids
Good with Dogs? Good with other dogs doing a hang out. She does not seem all that interested in playing with her doggy buds.
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how they are with cats. If that is needed, let us know and we'll work on getting that information!
Henri (short for Henrietta) came to HT from a rural shelter. She was surrendered because her previous owner lost their job and could no longer care for her. We're told she's a sweet girl that is good with other dogs, kids and is housebroken. She has been very sweet at the Adoption Center and wants to have a place where she can relax rather than have a very active lifestyle.
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F90613367

4. LEO
60 lbs/2 years old/Male
Good with Kids? Leo does great with children of all ages.
Good with Dogs? Leo can play with other dogs but does not seem to like sharing a home space with them.
Good with Cats? Leo used to chase the cat in his home on occasion so we do not think he would do well living with one.
Leo loves his people, and to play with his humans. He has medium to high energy, and would love an exercise partner and happy to be a couch potato after a big day.
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F62848704

5. PATCHES
50 lbs/1 year old/Male
Good with Kids? We have not seen Patches interact with any children yet
Good with Dogs? Patches loves to play chase with other dogs so he may be a bit much for seniors or smaller dogs.
Good with Cats? Patches is not recommended for homes with cats.
Patches came to us from one of our rural shelter partners where he was found as a stray. Patches is an active boy who loves to run with other dogs.
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F87906245

6. PENNY
25 lbs/10 months old/Female
Good with Kids? We have yet to see Penny with children.
Good with Dogs? Penny currently really only likes hanging out with other dogs and is not what we would consider especially playful with other dogs.
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how they are with cats. If that is needed, let us know and we'll work on getting that information!
Penny came from one of our rural shelter partners where she was found as a stray. She has been very sweet with the staff at the Homeward Trails Adoption Center. She should do well in so many different homes, we would love to see her find one soon!
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F94009599

08/18/2024

Is there any better season to adopt a puppy than late summer? Zoomies in a leaf pile season is approaching an THESE pubbays are raring to find homes so they can enjoy those idyllic days of play and evenings of snuggle with you! ALL ARE AVAILABLE NOW!!!

And look for some special Mama posts coming soon!

Click on each photo for their website bio!

08/16/2024

We are celebrating the dog days of summer with some sweet pictures of wonderful adoptions. Everyday our volunteers work tirelessly to save lives and give new chances at a wonderful life to many, many animals. If these pictures don’t represent a happy ending, we don’t what does!!! Enjoy!!

Want to share in the love? See who is available to join your home here: https://www.homewardtrails.org/

Can't Adopt? PLEASE CONSIDER FOSTERING!! There is no shortage of licks and love when you give a dog a warm home, even temporarily!
Fill out an application today: https://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/

08/16/2024

UPDATE on LITTLE DUDE.
This poor kitty will have to stay at the vet for a week to get healed up. The wound is massive and will require a lot of care. We are his only chance. We just got word from the vet that in addition to his massive neck wound he has bites all over his legs.

PLEASE SHARE and DONATE.

HE'S BEEN SUFFERING FOR ALMOST A WEEK LIKE THIS and our hearts are breaking. Please donate here or below asap: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Helplittledude

We are jumping in now to secure vetting for this poor kitty in hopes the infection has not spread. But we are desperate for funding as it will require sedation, surgery, vaccines, medications and hospitalization to save him before he could be sent home.

We are his ONLY CHANCE.

Please donate here or below asap: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Helplittledude

08/16/2024

URGENT MEDICAL EMERGENCY

We got the call that an owner in rural VA has a cat named Little Dude who had a massive and life- threatening wound for which the owners had no money to treat. Not even funds for euthanasia. Could we help?

HE'S BEEN SUFFERING FOR ALMOST A WEEK LIKE THIS and our hearts are breaking. Please donate here or below asap: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Helplittledude

We are jumping in now to secure vetting for this poor kitty in hopes the infection has not spread. But we are desperate for funding as it will require sedation, surgery, vaccines, medications and hospitalization to save him before he could be sent home.

We are his ONLY CHANCE.

Please donate here or below asap: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Helplittledude

08/15/2024

Rico would love to park it on your couch, if needed, he will settle for his very own bed!
He is a very nice boy who is a pretty easy house guest. He settles down well and is calm in the house. He is not a huge fan of other dogs he meets on walks but give him a treat and he is polite as can be. Rico would love to be the sole receiver of dog affection in the house. He is, however, very good with most cats. He even brought his toys to his foster cat sibling to ask her to play with him.
Rico is a suburbanite. He loves a yard, enjoys quiet walks and enjoys letting you know your Amazon delivery has arrived. Yes, he is ADORABLE! We don't know why this sweet boy hasn't found his very own home!!!
He is 3 years old, cute as can be and would LOVE HIS VERY OWN HOME!! Consider adopting Rico. You won't go without love, licks or a couch partner. To learn more about Rico and fill out an application go to:
https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F37214483

08/14/2024

THANK YOU BEAGLE SAVERS!!

We cannot thank you enough AGAIN for your outpouring of support that allowed us to jump in to save more than 15 Beagles last week when they were confiscated and taken to an already full shelter. Only with your help were we able to get them into temporary boarding and moved to us by the weekend. This not only saved their lives but it prevented the euthanasia of 15 other dogs whose lives were at stake simply because there was no more space in the shelter.

Here are a few photos of them hanging out at our Adoption Center until they are neutered. A few (not photographed here) even got to go out today on a Tails OUT Adventure with volunteers.

All will either head to foster or kick it at the Center over the weekend to hopefully meet adopters. So spread the word!! We need them in homes asap so we can save more.

The winner of the raffle for the VA Beach Condo was Molly M. We cannot thank you enough for your support and for the donation of the condo from Kate and Nick W!!!!!!!

We appreciate you all more than words can express. Only with you can we save lives! THANK YOU!!

08/13/2024

URGENT!! TWO PREGNANT BASSETT HOUND - DACHSHUND SISTERS NEED FOSTER ASAP.

Molly and Dolly were just left at a rural shelter that is FULL. They are each about 35 lbs and 2 years old. We need the following:

1. A foster for each one (We pay fosters for pregnant moms & litters). Fosters must be in the DC greater area. Told they are GOOD WITH DOGS AND CATS!!! :)

2. Funds to get them into emergency boarding so they are not euthanized.

PLEASE share/donate/foster. We are feeling desperate.

Email [email protected] to help. PLEASE. The clock is ticking.

08/13/2024

Are you interested in architecture and design? Would you love a one-of-a-kind dog or cat house for your favorite pet? Looking for a fun way to support HT? We have the event for you!

Patterns for Paws is an exciting Architecture and Design event benefitting Homeward Trails. Local A&D firms are partnering with manufacturers to design and build a dog or cat house. Entries will be showcased, judged and put up for silent auction. There will be a raffle, food and drinks, and swag giveaways to the first 100 guests. If you love animals, philanthropy and design, this event is for you.

Patterns for Paws is a FREE event open to the public. It will be held Thursday, September 12th from 5pm-7pm at Kimball International Washington DC Showroom, 1130 Connecticut Avenue Northwest #1150 Washington, DC 20036. Guests must RSVP using this link. https://bit.ly/P4Paws24

Patterns and Paws is presented by HOK and Kimball International. All proceeds will benefit Homeward Trails. Thank you HOK and Kimball International for your support!

08/12/2024

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT DOGS NEEDING FOSTERS. PLEASE READ

Happy Monday everyone.

Wanted to share a very important message and need we have that will be landing in your inbox every MONDAY going forward.

As most of you know we have our Adoption Center in Fairfax Station and the Trails Home Farm in Delaplane. At both locations we have a number of dogs - and a good number of them have been at both locations too long in our opinion.

As we know that dogs do the best when they are in home environments, it has always been our goal to use the Center & Farm as a "first stop temporary" location for our rescued dogs. A safe place for them to chill, be present at adoption events...and then move on to adoptive or foster homes.

And so we are going to "reprioritize" the dogs who have been in these locations for longer than 2 weeks for foster homes. It's most fair to them that they get all the best resources our wonderful fosters have - and not be passed over by dogs coming directly from shelters.

We have created our weekly HT Priority Pack, which consists of our top 6 dogs who really really need foster homes right away. PLEASE consider one of them and please SHARE widely in all ways that you can via email/social media/friends/family/colleagues. Every dog from the Center & Farm opens up a slot for us to rescue another.

We could not do what we do without all of you wonderful people so please help us provide the very best we can to these dogs. While we know they are in great hands at both the Center & Farm, nothing replaces a home and a family - and some of these cuties have been waiting way too long and it makes us (and them) sad.

The HT Priority Pack

Please consider these PRIORITY dogs for foster. They are the most pressing dogs in need of a foster home as they have been at our Adoption Center or the Trails Home Farm the longest. While we strive to provide top-notch care to our dogs at these locations, nothing is better for a dog than a home environment.

Our ability to move these dogs to foster homes directly impacts our ability to rescue others – it’s all entirely related. We must first take care of those dogs already with us before rescuing more. So a dog moving to foster opens up a spot (or two) for a dog facing euthanasia at an overcrowded shelter.

Thus, you fostering saves two lives – the dog you foster and the one who will take his/her place.

PLEASE consider one of these dogs today.

Every Monday we will share with you our top 6 dogs needing foster homes.

Sadly, time is ticking for every dog in a shelter right now. Together, we can save lives.

1. HONEY
35 lbs/6 years, 4 months old/Female
Good with Kids? Honey did great playing with a 10-year-old at her former home.
Good with Dogs? Honey seems to be okay playing with other dogs but does not seem to want to share a home with one.
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how they are with cats. If that is needed, let us know and we'll work on getting that information!
Honey was returned from her adoptive home due to no fault of her own. She is a delightful companion who plays with children and knows a whole bunch of commands. She is a sweet girl who is energetic and lovable. She enjoys her fruits and veggies!
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F40131224

2. CHESTNUT
39 lbs/4 years old/Male
Good with kids? Due to his resource guarding, Chestnut would need to go home with children 14+
Good with dogs? Chestnut plays well with most dogs with supervision, but would need to be the only pet at home.
Good with cats? We do not currently know how he is with cats. We can work on getting that information if needed.
Chestnut loves people, and will melt in your arms with affection. He’s been overlooked again and again because of his food resource guarding behavior. He deserves a loving home with a confident and dog savvy family who can show him that he’s safe and loved.
Contact:[email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F86015935

3. LITTLE JERRY
20 lbs/4 years old/Male
Good with Kids? We do not know how Little Jerry does with kids.
Good with Dogs? Little Jerry is good with other dogs.
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how he is with cats. We can work on getting that information if needed.
Little Jerry came to us from one of our rural shelter partners. He is a very sweet boy who has cherry eye and will be getting treatment for HeartWorm. We think this sweet but shy boy would do great in a home with a confident resident dog who doesn’t mind having some company.
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F93594331

4. BOWIE
35 lbs/8 months old/Male
Good with Kids? We do not know how Bowie does with kids.
Good with Dogs? Bowie is good with other dogs.
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how he is with cats. We can work on getting that information if needed.
Bowie was found as a stray by one of our rural shelter partners. He is not a big fan of his crate but is a puppy who needs to be taught that the crate is a fun place. He needs someone who would be willing to work through his youth and give him some guidance with how to be a member of a family.
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F93594552

5. SUNSHINE
35 lbs/10 months old/Female
Good with Kids? Sunshine is great with children and was a star of Homeward Trails Summer Camp
Good with Dogs? Sunshine does great with dogs
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how they are with cats. If that is needed, let us know and we'll work on getting that information!
Sunshine is missing one of her hind legs but she is still quick as can be. She is highly trainable and knows how to sit, do a down and can even roll over. She loves children and all people and would make a great addition to your home!
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F93633732

6. JJ
50 lbs/3 years, 8 months old/Male
Good with Kids? We have not seen JJ interact with children.
Good with Dogs? JJ likes to hang out with other dogs but is not a hard player.
Good with Cats? We do not currently know how they are with cats. If that is needed, let us know and we'll work on getting that information!
JJ came to HT from a rural shelter. The previous owner had him for one day and surrendered him - he wasn't even given a chance! He is a friendly, handsome boy and didn't get any interest while at the shelter, coming very close to euthanasia. We know we can find him the perfect home!
Contact: [email protected]

https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/ &page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F90618097

08/11/2024

PRETTY, PRETTY PLEASE, Help Cookie find a foster home and get adopted!
We urgently need a foster home for sweet, 10 year old Cookie. Cookie is a lab mix of about 40 lbs who was returned to Homeward Trails in July after more than 6 years with her adopters and has been really struggling since.

Cookie, in her older years, is fairly dog selective, and would prefer to be the only pet in the home, which makes being at the Adoption Center very stressful for her. More significantly, she is dealing with some pain which makes navigating the stairs and gravel yards around the building hurtful and frustrating. She would love a home with a yard she can spend time in, or some gentle walks around a quiet neighborhood where she won't run into too many other dogs. She also loves water, and had a great time at a recent trip to a pond!

Mostly Cookie wants to spend quality, relaxing time around people. While she is not really fond of small children, she is incredibly sweet and loving in adult company. She would be thrilled to be able to be a couch potato in a calm home with a friend by her side.
Can you please give Cookie the home she deserves??
Contact: [email protected]

08/10/2024

🐾 ** Scavenger Hunt! Pop-Up Kitten Adoption Event!** 🐾

Join us this Sunday from 12-2 PM at **The Dog Park** pet store in Old Town Alexandria, VA for a kitten adoption event like no other! 🐱✨

Explore the charming streets of Old Town as you follow clues to find our adorable adoptable kittens hidden in secret spots. It’s a fun, family-friendly adventure where you can meet your new furry friend, win exciting prizes, and enjoy a day full of purrs and smiles. Don’t miss out—bring the whole family and make some heartwarming memories! 💖

📍 **Start Location:** The Dog Park (705 King Street) in Old Town Alexandria, VA
📅 **Date:** This Sunday 8/11
⏰ **Time:** 12-2 PM

See you there! 😻🎉

08/09/2024

Urgent - Please Share, Donate, and WIN to SAVE LIVES

This long, hot, difficult summer continues with more heartbreak and urgent need. URGENT BEAGLE RESCUE HELP NEEDED!!!!!

For everyone donating $100, you will be entered into a raffle to win a week-long stay at a glorious condo, thanks to a very generous donor. Donate now: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Beagleairlift

Stays must be between Sept. 6 - May 23rd. It's accommodates 6 guests with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and one dog is allowed. Check it out here: https://www.vacasa.com/unit/75580

The call came late. A shelter partner had just gotten word from Animal Control that 22 beagles & hounds would be arriving any time. They had been living in squalor and too many complaints had stacked up and they had been signed over - thankfully.

Little food, no vaccines, outdoor living, just awful neglect - so much that multiple neighbors had called with fear they would die.

But when a shelter is full that means no space. At all. And euthanasia for these dogs or others to make space. It's the sad, harsh reality these days that almost all shelters face.

We cannot let these sweet dogs die after they finally escaped the awful place they were being kept. They are so friendly and get along with people and other dogs. We know with the funds and time we can find them the families they deserve.

But most will cost us an average of $900/each to fully vet - as they have ZERO vetting and we will need to get them all fully healthy, spayed, treated for heartworm/lyme/whatever else we find.

And our Medical Fund is spent. We did not anticipate this so we cannot help without the funds.

BUT a kind donor is going to help us do so by offering a week-long or weekend stay at their glorious condo in Virginia Beach. Yes - save lives AND relax/vacation!

Donate here or through the button below: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Beagleairlift

Winner will be chosen at random once goal is met and all who donate $100 will be entered to win!

Address

11116 Fairfax Station Road
Fairfax Station, VA
22039

Opening Hours

Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Website

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After a whirlwind of a busy and very successful week in Danville (details in a bit) we packed up the very last kittens this am to head back to safe, loving foster homes. ❤️❤️❤️

Coming to you live from Danville, Virginia. We are already finding some medical cases. We will need your help with funding. Lots of people out in the community and bracing our offer to trap and sterilize their beloved kitties. We love our community cat caretakers and boy, they love their kitties. Outdoor cats should not have to die in needlessly. Trap neuter return is humane and life-saving, and slowly decreases the population of outdoor cats.

How you can be spending breezy sunny days saving dogs! Come spend a few hours at the Trails Home Farm sitting under a tree with our romping dogs, taking them in a hike, car ride or to a winery. Waylon and Sanibel (and their friends) will appreciate it sooo much!! Find us at www.homewardtrails.org and sign up now!!!

Monday CUTENESS! Maddie (mom) and her only remaining puppy Dorothy - both still available for adoption, having a romp in the sun. They came to us from rural VA and are totally ready to find their adoptive families. Madde is great with dogs and cats and people of all ages and is only 15 lbs!!! Adopt one of these cuties!! Maddie - https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F87956223 Dorothy - https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F87956686

Trails UP Team taking 9 dogs

Our Trails UP team is out in the field this morning taking nine dogs from a property where they have been living outside and the owners can no longer care for them. Your donations today support our work in the field which saves thousands of ilves every year. Please consider a donation bit.ly/homewardtrailsS2A2024 Coming up soon our $1,000 Matching Gift Challenge sponsored by Union Veterinary Clinic starts at 11am. Beginning at 11am Union Veterinary Clinic will match dollar for dollar all donations up to the first $1,000 raised. DOUBLE your donation when you donate after 11am! PLUS 11:00am - 12 Noon is the first POWER HOUR of the day. If we have the most dollars raised OR the most individual donors, we can win a $500 prize. Donate today at bit.ly/homewardtrailsS2A2024

HELP!!! Get a $100 Amazon gift card if you help us get Vinny a foster or adoptive home. Just look at HIM PLAY!!!! A great video of our boy Vinny playing with his friend Alf at the Trails Home Farm. PLEASE share and help us get Vinny (and Alf for that matter) into a loving foster or adoptive home. Email [email protected] if you can provide either. Get a $100 Amazon gift card if you step up or lead us to a foster or adopter. YAY! ADOPT VINNY: https://www.homewardtrails.org/dog-adoption-2/#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1685464216698%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2F36770078

We currently have over 100 puppies that are needing loving homes. Meet two of them, Corduroy and Chiffon! The adorable little 3.5 month old Aussie mixes are available for adoption. They are playful with other dogs and are doing well with crate training. They even sleep through the night. These bundles of fun will keep you saying “awww” as they continue to explore all of the new things in this world. You can fill out an application at: https://www.homewardtrails.org/adoption-forms/ If you would like more info on either of these pups, please email Allie at [email protected] Dont forget to SHARE so these babies can grow up in a loving home with a family to call their own.

Age is just a number with this adorable husky! Zeka is 7 years old but perpetually young at heart. She loves her squeaky toys…if it squeaks, she freaks! She also loves cuddles on the couch with her peeps. She’s on the smaller side for a husky, only 40 lbs, but she loves to stretch out and take up space. Brains and beauty…she’s the total package! Zeka is smart and food-motivated. When she first came from the rural shelter she didn’t know much about city life. Within 3 weeks she learned to walk on a leash, became perfectly house-trained and loves to sleep in her crate at night. Occasionally even putting herself to bed at 8 pm. She’s not much of a night owl. She’s a sporty girl and loves to be on the move…whether it’s walking through the park, runs around the lake or chasing a tennis ball on the courts. She’s on the quiet side for a husky, you rarely hear a whoo-whoo. If you can see this youthful 7-year old fitting into your family, please reach out to Elena Kleifges at [email protected] or her foster mom Teresa Fust at [email protected]. For more pictures and info on Zeka, please visit her profile here: https://bit.ly/3TNbZTI This cutie is chasing balls and chasing dreams of finding her forever home. Let’s help her make it happen! Please SHARE!!!

Cassie and pups update

Cassie and pups (Schitt's Creek litter) update! This sweet girl and her pups are all doing well. Pups are currently 3 weeks old and absolutely adorable. Cassie and pups will be available for adoption once they are 8 weeks. Stay tuned for more updates!

It’s International Tug of War Day and our resident sporty pup Leela is ready to tug into your heart! Leela loves all things adventurous like hiking, swimming and outside play time. She is also very affectionate and is more than happy to cuddle together once the excitement dies down. Leela is ready to come off the sidelines and join her forever home! Visit her profile today to learn more about this active pup and fill out an adoption application here https://tinyurl.com/ykv9ckmx Leela is sponsored by Northside Veterinary Clinic in Arlington, meaning her adoption fee has been waived! Thank you to Northside Veterinary Clinic for helping Leela find her forever home.

Waylon needs a home!

Say hello to Waylon, sweet as honey! This sweet brindle hound loves to explore but always checks back in for massages and bully rubs. Waylon is around 5 years old and 60-65 lbs. He does great with people and other dogs. Within seconds of meeting him, your heart will melt. Like many rescue dogs, Waylon has had it ruff. He will need a supportive furever person that understands the world can be a cruel place, and for Waylon, it was no different. Waylon has proven to be resilient and forgiving to our kind. Even though people weren't always kind to him, he is ready to make a lifelong bestie out of you. Please consider adopting Waylon today and scheduling an appointment to go out to meet this playful, sweet as can be, party boy! Waylon NEEDS A FOSTER while he waits for his forever home. If you are interested in become a foster, please fill out the foster questionnaire: https://bit.ly/48jiEsW For more pictures and to fill out an adoption application, please visit here: https://rb.gy/kbmlam If you have any questions or would like additional info on Waylon, please contact Edlyn Parker at [email protected] PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO SHARE!!!

On this Super Bowl Sunday, Bernard wants to show off some of his ball playing skills. He's still looking for his home and is hoping to be someone's MVP. https://bit.ly/adopt-bernard

Meet our Super Bowl LVIII MVPs! Vinny: This defensive end is a great ball player! He keeps himself in peak physical and mental shape. He attends ball practice regularly and always shows up on time. Watch his video to see him in action. If you’re Team Vinny, visit his profile here: https://bit.ly/3SsRyJW Zoey: This running back has excellent ball control and amazing paw-eye coordination. She weighs in at 40 lbs and enjoys exercising both on and off the field. Check out her video to see her skills. If you’re Team Zoey, visit her profile here: https://bit.ly/49s7hjh Vinny and Zoey are both up for adoption and would love to find a permanent team of their own. Please take a look at their profiles for more stats. Vinny is sponsored by an anonymous donor so his adoption fee is waived!!!

Poor Tabi was found as a stray at only 10 weeks old. Like so many other dogs with a troubled past, she can be nervous when she meets new people, can you blame her? However, with some tasty goodies, soft encouragement, and patience, she will warm up and find that you aren’t that scary. She just needs some time. Once she warms up, consider yourself besties! This 2.5 year old sweetheart has one blue eye and one brown eye. Absolutely stunning!! She loves her toys and a good chew bone. She is very smart and loves to learn new tricks. She knows so many already! She listens very well and wants to please her people. Tabi loves her dog bed, sleeps through the night, and hasn’t had any accidents. Tabi is cat friendly and can go to a home with children 10+ (sometimes she jumps and may knock over a smaller child). However, Tabi has lived with a 6 year old and did well. Please give Tabi a chance, she deserves to have her big break! Will you be this girl’s next bestie and forever home? Fill out an application today and get the opportunity to meet this amazing girl and see for yourself how wonderful she can be once she comes out of her shell. For more information of if you have questions regarding Tabi, please email [email protected] Take a look at Tabi’s profile to see more pictures and to fill out an adoption application: https://bit.ly/3OA8m0s Tabi has been without a home for longer than she should have to, please SHARE SHARE to help Tabi find her special person. They are out there somewhere!

HT is hoping to put some smiles on people’s faces to help get through hump day. We had so much fun watching our pups make these beautiful masterpieces! We hope you enjoy! A special thank you to all of the caregivers and pups that participated in making this video come to life.

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Our Mission: To find permanent adoptive homes in the Mid-Atlantic Region for homeless dogs and cats; to reduce the rate of euthanasia of adoptable animals; to support proactive spay/neuter practices; to promote positive and ongoing behavioral training; and to educate the public about how to care for their animals in a humane way.

Homeward Trails Animal Rescue (HT) is a DC area-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue, care and placement of homeless dogs and cats. Founded in 2001, HT works primarily with rural, under-resourced animal shelters in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and as far away as Mississippi, where animals face euthanasia due to limited space and funds. We run the 10th largest shelter in the state of Virginia, for the number of animals we take in. We have rescued more than 28,000 animals since our inception.

Our animals come from the streets of Puerto Rico where they endure incredibly harsh circumstances, with scarce food and no water, and many suffer from injuries and illnesses that leave their chances of survival slim. The 2020 earthquakes have created even more need for our services. Our animals come from countries like Thailand, South Korea and China where the dog meat trade unleashes horrible abuse on dogs, and cats roam the streets. Our animals come to us from individuals who can no longer care for them.