Stafford SPCA

10/26/2024

Do we have any kitty nail clipping cat whisperers among us? We have 2, young (1 year old) foster kitties staying with a very special foster, who is on substantial blood thinners. The foster lives in South Stafford, and is home most of the time. We would appreciate it, of a kitty whisperer could pay our foster a visit and trim the nails of the 2 kitties. Please respond by commenting on the post, or text / call Bill @ (571) 946-0931.

10/24/2024

# # # Found Dog Report # # #

Young Maltese pup, found near McLaughlin Street in North West Stafford County this afternoon @ 2PM. Currently enroute to Stafford County Animal Shelter (540) 658-7387.

10/11/2024

Do I have any friends or Stafford SPCA supporters currently living in Alabama (Huntsville area idealy).

09/30/2024

This has to stop!!!

This 8 year old, poor, starved, terrified female pittie was dumped on the Stafford SPCA hill. She was tied to a tree without food and water. A note was left on the ground, in the rain. The little girl shredded the note. No phone call, no email, no appointment, no surrender form, no health history, nothing about shots & vaccinations, absolutely nothing to work with, etc. Strictly a dump job.

If people think, that by dumping their pet at an SPCA, that they automatically get brought into our shelter, and into our program, they're wrong.

Abandoned animals (its a crime) are within the purview of Stafford County Animal Shelter (Stafford County Animal Control). We are generally required to turn all lost / stray / abandoned animals over to Animal Control for initial intake and custody.

While the Stafford SPCA is a no-kill shelter, we are a closed access facility. When our shelter and foster homes are maxed out, we don't take in anymore animals, until we have room.

Many people think, that if they dump their pets at an SPCA, that their pets now get the "No Kill, get whatever they need, the SPCA pays for all Vet care, food, housing, provides for all their needs, etc." NOPE.

We don't get a dime from the County, the State or the Federal Government. We don't receive a penny of Government support at all. We bring in the # of animals that we can afford to take care of based on donations, adoption fees, and other revenue sources. People don't get to dictate how many animals we care for, and we're usually at capacity.

We have policies in place regarding animal intakes to keep our custodial animals, staff, volunteers, guests, and everyone's personal animals safe. That includes not bringing stray, potentially sick, contagious, aggressive, unknown animals into our facility.

This is the 2nd dump job in the past week. Vehicle descriptions and tags are being provided to Law Enforcement. Deputy Brooks from Stafford County Animal Control (540) 658-7387 did a nice job coming to our facility and was able to get the scared (and starved) pup loaded up without incident or injury. I encourage the owner of this dog to contact Animal Control directly, surrendwr the dog legally and properly, share her health & vaccination history, and help shorten the amount of time that the pup has to spend in doggy jail.

Abandoning animals is a crime, and should be treated as such.

Bill

09/08/2024

Injured dog found near Brooke & Maplewood in Eastern Stafford County. Picked up by Stafford County Animal Shelter. Please share in the hopes that the family can be contacted.

08/17/2024

# # # FOUND DOG REPORT - WIDEWATER - North Stafford # # # Saturday 08/17/2024

08/17/2024

# # # Stray / Found Cane Corso - Celebrate VA Parkway !!! # # # Saturday morning 08/17/2024

08/16/2024

$$$ Employment - Quickbooks $$$

The Stafford SPCA is currently looking to hire someone with extensive QuickBooks (Online) experience, both to clean up previous years (former staff slop), as well as to do routine and ongoing bookkeeping going forward. Candidate will work with SPCA accountant for reporting purposes. Experience with Non-Profit organizations is preferred (not a huge difference at this level, but increasingly important as we grow again).

Please contact [email protected] or call (571) 946-0931.

08/15/2024

# # # EMERGENCY FOSTER HELP NEEDED # # #

Tonight we received an emergency foster request from our friend and sister shelter Nicole, at Petty Pawz rescue. She has an adopter that wants to return a dog IMMEDIATELY, after almost a year. The chief complaints are: too much energy, chewing, shedding (?) and basically being a puppy. She is about a year old, roughly 50 , and described as being good with children and other dogs.

She is spayed, chipped, and vaccinated. The ideal foster will have a fenced yard with LOTS of room to run, and other dogs to match her play energy.

Please contact Nicole directly at (540) 287-7662 or [email protected]

08/13/2024

♡♡♡ Bam Bam is home SAFE ♡♡♡

WET, MUDDY, STINKY, BUT SAFE!!!

# # MISSING DOG REPORT # # #

Black dog - Named Bam-Bam, went missing from his yard at 58 Drummers Cove (Marlborough Point / Aquia Landing area) around 8AM, today, Tuesday Aug 13. He is chipped. He is wearing a blue collar with "Diesel" on it (a sibling) but the # is correct. If you see the pup, please contact me directly at (571) 946-0931. Bam-Bam was adopted from the Stafford SPCA and we want to do everything we can to help get him home.

08/07/2024

Loki is giving us the stink-eye because his curtains don't match. He says all the cool-kids have curtains that fit their windows properly.

☆☆☆ Sewing help needed ☆☆☆

We received as donations, and purchased, a wide variety of curtains for all 20+ animal rooms at the shelter. Most of the curtains are too long, and end up on the floor, get messy, the dogs pull them down, the cats climb them, or they are too long for the window perches in the kitty rooms.

We are putting in stronger 3 bracket rods, but we really need someone with a strong sewing machine, and the skills, to help hem up all of the curtains. It will keep the rooms looking neat, and help with extreme temps in our 100 year old building.

Please email [email protected], or call (571) 946-0931 if you are able to assist. We can absolutely, pawzatively, guarantee lots of Loki kisses 💋 as a reward.

07/28/2024

Lost dog - Brooke Area of N/E Stafford. Please post any info, and contact the OP directly.

06/20/2024

☆☆☆ Urgent Plea from Stafford County Animal Shelter ☆☆☆

Please adopt, foster, volunteer, donate, cross post, share, and help move some of these pups to safety !!!

🚨 URGENT PLEA FOR HELP 🚨

We at Stafford County Animal Shelter are reaching a breaking point. Our resources and staff are exhausted, and we desperately need your help.

💔This month alone, we’ve had a record 32 dogs surrendered to our shelter in just 20 days.💔

In addition, this month we’ve housed 23 stray dogs, with only 18 being reunited with their owners so far. In total, this leaves us with 57 dogs currently in our care - 41 of them are available for adoption.

This situation is unprecedented and simply not maintainable. Despite reaching out to our community countless times in the past few months, we find ourselves in an even worse situation each time we catch a glimpse of relief and the fact is, we are now at a breaking point.

We are NOT a no-kill facility. The harsh reality is that without immediate assistance, we are running out of options for these loving animals who deserve a second chance.

If you or someone you know is looking to adopt a dog or if your organization can help, we implore you to please step forward. Your help can make all the difference. Come rescue one of our many dogs and give them the loving home they so desperately need. 🐾❤️

Until further notice, we will be taking surrenders on an emergency only basis. Additionally, adoption fees will be waived for the remainder of the month.

Please share this post and help us spread the word.

06/03/2024

# # # AC Unit Repair Help # # #

This may be a little unusual, but we're hoping to get a portable AC unit repaired. While this is an older unit, it has been a strong and reliable one. We'd hate to see it trashed.

While cleaning the filters, fins and coils, for the summer season, a volunteer used the wrong size screw to reattach the outer panels, and the screw punctured one of the copper cooling tubes. It's a small hole, but all of the 410A refrigerant leaked out. We're hoping to get the small hole patched, and the unit recharged with refrigerant.

We are happy to bring the unit in for repair. It's a very small hole, with easy access, and it would be a shame not to try to fix it. It takes about 13 ounces of 410A to refill.

Our challenge has been finding a place that does this kind of repair. Window units get damaged. Refrigerators and freezers get damaged. Outdoor AC units get damaged (household moves, storms, etc.). I've got to believe that someone does these kinds of repairs. I'm simply striking out. Please reply with recommendations or referrals.

Thanks in advance.

Bill

06/02/2024

# # # Found Cat Alert # # #

At 6:00 PM, on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024, a gentleman brought a found black cat to the Stafford SPCA. He reported finding the cat by the side of the road, on Brooke Road, near the Brooke Commuter Rail Station.

This is a BIG kitty. Best guess is 20 pounds. Black cat. No microchip. No collar.

Very friendly. Very relaxed. Probably 420 friendly or a fan of The Big Lebowski (because this cat "abides"). Please cross post and share.

Help us find "Butterball's" family. I did not check to see if the kitty was male, female, or non-binary (since this was our first date).

If you recognize this substantial kitty (certainly not fat, obviously big b***d) please contact Bill at (571) 946-0931.

05/18/2024

# # # Lost Dog Report # # #

Not one of our pups, but very close to Brooke Point High-school and the Stafford SPCA.

UPDATE: REUNITED!! Leesa is home safe & sound after 8 days, 22 hours :)

"Thank you to the nowlins and Sabrina for helping me get Leesa back!"
-Leesa's Owner
Please spread the word! Leesa was LOST on May 17, 2024 in Stafford County, VA 22554 near Brooke point ct

Description: Foster dog, black and white 65lbs

For more info or to contact Leesa's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/70313975

Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpl

05/18/2024

♡♡♡ LOST DOGS REUNITED ♡♡♡

♡♡♡ THANK YOU DEPUTY BROOKS ♡♡♡

Stafford County Animal Shelter

# # FOUND DOG REPORT # # #

2 Adult Husky Dogs found wandering at large (loose) on Courthouse Road (East of the Courthouse). No collars, tags or microchip. Currently held at our facility. Animal Control notified. Possible owner located....

05/17/2024

Free to Anyone Who Can Use These Supplies.

These are left over from our efforts to save a fawn on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.

Most of a full gallon of fresh, raw Goat's 🐐 milk, most of a 1 pound bag of Goat 🐐 electrolyte supplement, and most of a 32 Gram multi-species Colostrum gel syringe.

Please contact Bill at (571) 946-0931

05/17/2024

We wanted to say a special thank-you to a handful of people who all worked together to try to save the life of a beautiful fawn, found bleating, and terribly cold, next to a deceased littermate in the woods.

To Joline at the SPCA who quickly gathered up all of the nursing supplies, thank you for your quick action.

To The Unicorn Farm on Brooke Road that provided a gallon of fresh goat's milk for free, to try to save the baby, thank you for your generosity and quick resonse.

To Doug, the SPCA volunteer, who brought the supplies over, picked up the Goat's milk, prepped the bottles, warmed them, and even set up the pen and extra heaters and blankets, thank you for being my hands and feet, while I worked to raise her core temperature with my own bodyheat and blankets. I couldn't have done any of it without your help.

To Kurt and Mickey, who responded so quickly to our FB post, picked up the rest of the supplies (electrolyte powder, feeder jugs, ni***es, colostrum, and other items at Tractor Supply) and then made a house call, you two rock.

To Mickey (again) for her animal sanctuary knowlege, for knowing to grab colustrum, and for helping to nurse the baby fawn, you were a big Angel, to the tiny Angel.

Finally to Chris Clarke, who babysat the little deer, the next day, while I was away, and was there, trying so hard to save her, when her little body gave out, thank you for caring and letting her know that she was loved til the very end.

To everyone who sent prayers and positive energy, I am very grateful. I will never forget this experience. I am honored to have been entrusted with this precious little life, no matter how short her time with us was. The fawn knew love, and affection, warmth, a full belly, and care. Her fawn snuggles and fawn kisses, will stay with me for the rest of my life.

B

05/15/2024

Do I have any friends on Garrisonville Road, down near the new Tractor Supply, that can grab a couple of emergency items and bring them to the shelter?

05/09/2024

!!! SPECIAL SHOUT OUT !!!

Today, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting 50 Marine Officers, from TBS (The Basic School) at Quantico. This was Alpha Company (affectionately known as "Arctic Alpha" because they go through their training during the very coldest, snowiest, sloppiest time of the year). They did great!! From scooping cat litter, sweeping and mopping dog rooms, sweeping and mopping hallways, plus raking leaves, pruning up trees and branches, cutting up trash growth saplings in our fields, etc. they got a lot done in their time with us.

After they helped around the grounds and the facility, it became an animal love fest. Doggies 🐕 got lots of lovins, treats, cuddles and butt scratches. Kitties got lots of lovins, treats, brushing, cuddles and play time.

Thank you "Arctic" Alpha Company!! Come on back anytime!!! Great Marines!! Positive Attitudes!! Excellent Teamwork and Espirit De Corps!! Semper Fi Devil Dogs!!! - Bill

Marine Corps Base Quantico U.S. Marine Corps The Basic School

04/30/2024

♡♡ Prescription Dog Food Donation ♡♡

Donor advises that the food was purchased based on an erroneous Vet diagnosis of her pup. Correct diagnosis obtained at a different Vet, and the special food is no longer needed. Almost a full bag, plus the dog food container it came in, are available to anyone who can use this specific type of food. Please call / text Bill at (571) 946-0931.

04/28/2024

We had 7 cans of ProPlan Veterinary Diets Kidney Function wet food donated at our shelter yesterday. 5.5 Oz per can. Best buy date of June 2024. If anyone (or a shelter) out there has a kitty that needs this kind of food, it is available for free. Currently in the reception lobby of the Stafford SPCA. Please text Bill at (571) 946-0931 if you can use this food. We would hate to see it go to waste. - B.

04/24/2024

# # # Found Dog Report # # #

04/25/2024 - Owner has been located and referred to Animal Control for final disposition.

Small grey mini-poodle dog found @ Brooke Road / Crestwood Lane @ 6:30PM, 4/24/2024. Poplar Hills area of Eastern Stafford County. No microchip. Hair is substantially matted. Older pup. No tags or collar. Animal Control Officer enroute to the Stafford SPCA to take custody. Please call Bill @ (571) 946-0931 if you know the owner, or email [email protected]

04/12/2024

# # # Emergency Medical Help Needed # # #

Tuesday 04/16/2024 - Happy update posted below.

Monday 04/15/2024 - Happy update posted below.

Sunday 04/14/2024 Update posted in comment section below.

This is not how we normally operate, but we are desperate.

Yesterday, Maize, our sweet Black & White pitty suddenly stopped eating, and wouldn't touch his dinner. Everyone who has ever met Maize, knows that he likes his groceries. We provided bread & chicken broth, yummy wet food, and other enticements to encourage him to eat his dinner, and help push through anything that he may have gotten into. No luck.

This morning he was lethargic, eating and vomiting grass, and very uncomfortable. We rushed him to the terrific staff at Aquia Garrisonville Veterinary Hospital, and our worst fears were realized. Maize has a foreign body obstruction in his small intestine. We have NO IDEA what it is, or how it ended up in his stomach. Dr. Guth gave Maize an injection to calm his tummy and increase his appetite. She also advised us to give him toast, rice, pumpkin and other fillers, but his tummy hurts too much for him to eat.

We have tried all night to get him to eat anything. Our wonderful neighbor Kristin, made him butter toast. Our friends at Mission BarBQ on Garrisonville Road sent over a 1/2 pound of their finest pulled pork, and 6 cups of au jus (nobody can resist Mission BarBQ). Sadly, no luck. I whipped up the worlds creamiest mashed potatoes (with a Marianna, Florida level of butter infusion) and had no luck. 3 staff tried to syringe feed the mashed potatoes, with the au-jus, and we failed.

He is walking, drinking water and peeing. Our sweet boy is in serious trouble. I'll be with him at the shelter until well after midnight tonight, getting him up and out every hour to try to keep things moving. Without a starch "volume" to help "grease the skids" and move things along (which he won't eat) he will need emergency surgery in the morning (Friday).

This surgery could run anywhere from $5,000 - $10,000 to save his life. That would have been a heavy lift, in the best of times, but we just wiped out our reserves with the medical care for the 4 dogs we pulled from Animal Control (2 are heartworm positive) and the 10 spays and neuters we just paid for (4 more yesterday alone).

Facebook fundraisers take 30 - 45 days before we see a dime. Our website fundraising CRM sits on donations for 2 weeks. Emergency Vets want cash up front, and without your help, we won't be able to save him. We have created a special PayPal link and I AM ABSOLUTELY BEGGING for your help to allow us to save Maize.

He was rescued from neglect, and has absolutely flourished, and become the very best boy since he has been with us. He deserves better than to lose his life to a visitor giving him the wrong toy, or some other innocent accident.

Please help me save our sweet Maize-Maize.

B

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