Old Dominion Humane Society

Old Dominion Humane Society Our goal is to decrease the number of animals needlessly euthanized by pulling dogs from high-kill shelters and educating our community on animal rescue!
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Meet Kayden, the sweet and gentle pup who’s ready to become the perfect addition to your family! His foster says he’s an...
01/28/2025

Meet Kayden, the sweet and gentle pup who’s ready to become the perfect addition to your family! His foster says he’s an absolute angel—quiet in his crate, loving, and snuggly with kids, always eager to give sweet kisses. Though a bit shy at first, Kayden quickly warms up, gaining confidence as he gets more comfortable in his new home. While he’s still working on his house manners, he’s a quick learner and does great once he’s in a routine. Kayden is also wonderful with other dogs. This lovable, adaptable pup is sure to make any family happy!

With her soulful eyes and impressive wrinkles, Gamora is as gentle and sweet as they come. She’s super submissive, lovin...
01/28/2025

With her soulful eyes and impressive wrinkles, Gamora is as gentle and sweet as they come. She’s super submissive, loving, and ready to steal your heart. 💕

Meet Wartortle! He is from the hoarding case of 33 dogs from southwest Virginia. He has loved his time in a foster home!...
01/27/2025

Meet Wartortle! He is from the hoarding case of 33 dogs from southwest Virginia. He has loved his time in a foster home! Wartortle is 3-4 years old and 15 pounds. He is kid and dog friendly. Favorite past times include snuggling, going for walks, and learning new things! He has a calm personality and is very gentle. We are sure Wartortle will be your new, sweetest, best buddy!!!

Cast iron is a sweet senior boy  who is great with kids, loves snuggles, and gets along with other dogs. He’s low-mainte...
01/27/2025

Cast iron is a sweet senior boy who is great with kids, loves snuggles, and gets along with other dogs. He’s low-maintenance, walks well on a leash, and has great house manners. Bonus: he’s a gentle treat-taker and already knows “sit”! 💕

Another exciting week of adoptions at ODHS! We've already surpassed 100 adoptions for 2025! Thank you for all of your co...
01/26/2025

Another exciting week of adoptions at ODHS! We've already surpassed 100 adoptions for 2025!
Thank you for all of your continued support!!
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What’s better than a slow Sunday with your favorite pups? Optimus Prime and The Rock are taking full advantage of having...
01/26/2025

What’s better than a slow Sunday with your favorite pups? Optimus Prime and The Rock are taking full advantage of having Sunday off. After a busy day at the adoption event yesterday they are spending some time with the humans and chewing on their favorite bones. What’s more productive than doing nothing on a Sunday? They need to be energized and ready to go as this week could be when they find their forever home! Show us how your pup is spending Sunday!

Visit our website to learn more about either one of these awesome dogs.

Meet Rip and Monica, two adorable dogs available for adoption, named after the beloved characters from Yellowstone. Thes...
01/25/2025

Meet Rip and Monica, two adorable dogs available for adoption, named after the beloved characters from Yellowstone. These loyal, loving pups are ready to find their forever homes and are sure to bring endless joy to anyone lucky enough to welcome them in.

Rip, like his namesake, is strong, protective, and always by your side. He’s a gentle giant who loves outdoor adventures and will make an excellent companion for someone who enjoys being active.

Monica, named after the fierce and compassionate character, is sweet, intelligent, and full of love. She’s the perfect mix of playful and affectionate, always ready to cuddle up after a good play session.

Let’s get these Yellowstone namesakes into homes where they can thrive. 🐾




“He is an amazing puppy and I can’t figure out why no one has grabbed him up yet,” says his foster mom.*Optimus is a ver...
01/25/2025

“He is an amazing puppy and I can’t figure out why no one has grabbed him up yet,” says his foster mom.

*Optimus is a very very sweet boy
*Great with dogs, loves to play
*Has been great with the cats in his foster house
*He love love loves to snuggle
*He will run to his crate when it’s time to eat
*Hes a puppy working on house training but he’s done an amazing job and he does keep his crate clean
*Learning how to sit and wait and other basic commands.

This special pup is ready to meet his forever family! Put in an adoption survey now and let’s schedule a meet! We know you will just love this handsome fella.

Meet Simba!This sweet boy is a playful, gentle, and loving pup who’s great with kids, cats, and other dogs. He’s full of...
01/24/2025

Meet Simba!

This sweet boy is a playful, gentle, and loving pup who’s great with kids, cats, and other dogs. He’s full of energy but knows when to snuggle, walks well on a leash, and is eager to learn (he already knows commands like sit, paw, and down).

Simba loves the outdoors, playing fetch, and chasing squirrels at lightning speed! While he’s still working on coming when called, his heart is as big as his growing paws.

Looking for a big, sweet dog to add joy to your home? Simba is ready to meet you!

Anika is looking for an active family that has experience with highly intelligent and active breeds.  She is…🐾 intellige...
01/24/2025

Anika is looking for an active family that has experience with highly intelligent and active breeds. She is…
🐾 intelligent and affectionate
🐾 working on commands such as "sit," "stay," and "down," and she is eager to learn
🐾 cuddly and loves belly rubs
🐾 playful and would do well hiking or as a jogging partner
🐾 improving with her crate manners

Please submit your adoption survey on our website and be sure to include and relevant experience so we can be sure you and Anika will be the perfect match!

Rosie ❤️❤️-Walks BEAUTIFULLY on a leash-So snuggly! Loves to sit right next to the humans for a belly rub.-Does well wit...
01/23/2025

Rosie ❤️❤️

-Walks BEAUTIFULLY on a leash
-So snuggly! Loves to sit right next to the humans for a belly rub.
-Does well with house manners when on a schedule
- Needs a home without cats
-Prefers to be alpha but would love a playmate in her home to keep her entertained
-Settles nicely into a crate
-Very food motivated and will do tricks for treats!
-Loves to chew on hooves and hard toys
-Is a pretty good fetch partner!

Rosie is a happy girl who has found herself looking for new home. If you can open your door to this wonderful girl, she will be your number one fan for the rest of her life!

Hola amigos!Are you ready for an adventure? This litter of small breed pups are available for adoption and ready to find...
01/23/2025

Hola amigos!
Are you ready for an adventure? This litter of small breed pups are available for adoption and ready to find a family to adventure on their own! While we aren't sure of their exact breed, their mama weighs a mere 26lbs.

Boots (male) - the runt; sweet and snuggly
Benny (male) - biggest of the litter; fun boisterous fella
Backpack (female) - sweet, feisty and mischievous
Tico (female) - most reserved of the group; check out her ❤️ on her forehead
Map (female) - scruffy cuddle bug
Swiper (female) - biggest of the litter; loves human attention

They are 9 weeks today! We don't expect them to be around long, so submit your adoption survey today! They are ready to go home next week!

Mama Dora is also looking for a home! You can check her out on our website!

Stay cozy and warm with our top-rated heated blankets, perfect for this arctic blast! These innovative blankets do not r...
01/22/2025

Stay cozy and warm with our top-rated heated blankets, perfect for this arctic blast! These innovative blankets do not require any electricity, offering a safe and environmentally friendly way to stay warm. Available in a variety of colors and weights, you can choose the perfect match for your style and comfort needs. Whether you're snuggling up on the couch or adding an extra layer to your bed, these blankets are designed to provide consistent warmth without the hassle of cords or plugs. Visit us this week to grab yours and ensure you stay toasty all season long. Don't miss out on the ultimate winter essential!

Sweet little Basil (pictured in the middle) showed up to her foster home and felt right at home! At 6 months old, this c...
01/22/2025

Sweet little Basil (pictured in the middle) showed up to her foster home and felt right at home! At 6 months old, this curious little gal found 2 new pals who felt like bigger versions of herself! On top of her snuggly and playful personality, it is really no surprise what convinced her foster mom to take her home…She cannot wait to grow big and strong just like her new friends. She is available for adoption and ready to find a home of her own.

Share a photo of your four legged clan! Do you have a type, or prefer to diversify?

How is Winfield still here? 🤯“I can’t believe this sweet little guy hasn’t found a home yet. Winfield is undoubtedly the...
01/21/2025

How is Winfield still here? 🤯

“I can’t believe this sweet little guy hasn’t found a home yet. Winfield is undoubtedly the calmest and most affectionate puppy I’ve had the pleasure of fostering,” says his foster mom.

* He spends most of his day napping.
* Sleeps soundly in his designated area overnight.
* Is gentle with cats after a quick sniff.
* Reads other dogs' signals well.
* Adores toys and won’t chew on forbidden items if he has a toy to play with.
* Little dog beds serve as his "home base" where he enjoys playing and napping.
* He loves to follow you everywhere.
* Enjoys sitting on your lap, facing you, for snuggles.
* Has a special fondness for pup cups.

Welcome to a day in the life of rescue. This what is in our inbox every day. Every hour we get requests left and right f...
01/21/2025

Welcome to a day in the life of rescue. This what is in our inbox every day. Every hour we get requests left and right for help. Dogs that die today. Dogs that die tomorrow. Notifications that the dog has already been euthanized.

One of the most stabbing pains a rescuer can feel is hearing a dog they were about to pull from the shelter had already been euthanized because another stray or owner surrender came in. We mean it when we say fosters save lives, even if it's just for an overnight.

Owner surrenders are at an all time high. We have received 18 owner surrender requests already this year, and 26 in December. People are dumping litters in shelters. They are coming in faster than rescues can save them. There is no such thing as an accidental litter. If your pets are not fixed, you should not be surprised if your dog gets pregnant/impregnantes another.

Think 12 hours of crate time is too much? They are in their kennels 23.5 hours of the day in shelters. Can't afford food? There are so many free pet pantries. Can't afford training? We offer 30 days of free online training resources. Can't afford medical bills? There are so many pop up free pet clinics and low cost clinics.

❗️Over 9,000 dogs were euthanized in VA in 2023 ❗️

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3602 Lafayette Boulevard
Fredericksburg, VA
22408

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 7pm
Friday 6pm - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+15403698967

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