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Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge is located in Central Virginia. We are a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to dog rescue.

For general information you can contact [email protected].

08/12/2024

HAPPY NEWS UPDATE!!!

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who donated to the fundraising campaign for the gunshot wound victim, Little Girl, we raised enough money to pursue orthopedic surgery instead of a leg amputation for this precious 8 month old puppy 💙💙💙

Because we exceeded our goal we can now also provide life saving surgery for Bella, the bull terrier, we met on a recent field day! 🙌🙏
Bella has a tumor on her tummy that needs to be removed ASAP and now we have enough donations to help her too! Bella will be living INSIDE her home after full vetting and surgery 🥰

We can’t express enough how much Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge appreciates ALL of you!!! Two precious and deserving girls will get a second chance thanks to your kind hearts and giving spirit. Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude today.

Tomorrow morning we will call Virginia Veterinary Specialists and hope for the best with getting Little Girl the help she desperately needs. We will contact Dr. Kelly at Augusta Valley Animal Hospital to set up a plan for Bella.

THANK YOU, VILLAGE 👏👏👏👏👏

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06/12/2024

And she lived happily ever after...

Mabel’s journey started in Buckingham County, where a kind-hearted person found her and gave her a safe place to stay. From there, she came into the care of Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge, ready to take on her next big job—being a devoted mama. For 8 weeks, Mabel thrived in her foster home, lovingly caring for her babies and proving she was something special.

Then, fate stepped in! One sunny day, Mabel donned her fancy "Adopt Me" vest and attended a baseball game at Claudius Crozet Park (thank you, Martha!). Little did she know, her forever family would there waiting for her! It was love at first sight, and now Mabel is living her absolute best life with two amazing humans, a doggie sibling, and plenty of snuggles, sunshine, and joy.

Thank you Don and Deb, for giving this wonderful pup her true happily ever after! Happy tails, sweet Mabel, we are so happy for you! 💕 🐾

04/12/2024

Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge took sweet boy, Rook, to Woodworth Animal Hospital today for full vetting and a neuter surgery! I think you can tell which photos are “before” neuter and which ones are “after” ☺️ He is one of the “owned community pets” we visit regularly.

He is heartworm negative but Lyme and Anaplasmosis positive so he will take Doxycycline for 30 days. He had a few teeth dangling so they were able to easily remove them while he was under anesthesia. This will make eating more comfortable for him! Rook will be under the care of one of our amazing fosters while he heals. Thank you, Liz!

04/12/2024

Shout out to Cat's Cradle for helping Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge! When rescues come together for the greater good amazing things can happen for our community animals 💙

The story of Vinny Van Gogh (orange kitty) and Toby (grey kitty) is a success story! It’s all about timing and luck for some of the animals we rescue on field days. On Sunday our field team found these two boys…both homeless, injured, hungry, and starving for attention from us. Vinny followed us around purring and rubbing his head on our legs. We took a leap of faith that we could work it all out and got a surrender form signed from the woman who lives at this property. We quickly put them into crates and loaded them into our “DOG” rescue van 😄

They aren’t little kittens so we knew it might be hard to place them but to leave them there was a death sentence for Toby and a hard life and premature death for Vinny Van Gogh.

Thanks to our vet partners at Animal Health Care Center P.C. for taking them in on Monday. Both boys were nuetered. Both treated for severe ear mites and fleas. Toby had to be sedated to close up several wounds he suffered from an animal. They are safe now….warm, happy, full tummy’s and on their way to loving homes soon!

Our friends at Cats Cradle let us know about a tiny female beagle about 7 years old who was recently rescued from a life inside an outdoor pen 24/7. We want to reciprocate their kindness and find this pup a home! We will post her separately but photo of her below for attention…15 ish pounds, loving and adorable 🥰

03/12/2024

Today one of Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge’s community pups, Sissy, was spayed at Augusta Valley Animal Hospital! A few weeks ago she received her initial vetting….vacinnes, 4DX bloodwork, and wellness exam. No litters for this gorgeous friendly girl! 👏💙. Thanks to all who support our efforts to keep more unwanted litters being born. We appreciate you!

**** she has an “adopt me” collar on because she didn’t have a on collar when I met her owner for pick up…it’s all I had in my car ☺️. She is an OWNED pet we work with in our area *****

02/12/2024

Today Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge visited Pancake and Dixie! We have been friends with this family a long time and adore these girls and their family 💙. Recently their owner fell on hard times with two back to back medical challenges. He is currently using a walker and has limited mobility while he recuperates.

Today we cleaned their pens, filled their houses with straw, and delivered food that they love. Both girls prefer wet food and Iams mini chunks.

After the owners injury happened our Craigsville/Goshen team went into action above and beyond! Kacee organized a team to go there every day to assist with their care. They also reached out to a local church to help! Chris has brought this family firewood and Thanksgiving dinner 🥰

THIS is what community outreach and teamwork is all about!

01/12/2024

A Rescue Story: Vinny Van Gogh 🐾❤️

Today, our field team at Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge visited a property overwhelmed with homeless cats. While there, we provided much-needed straw and food for the two dogs on the property.

During our visit, we met a sweet, friendly cat who stole our hearts. This little guy followed us around, rubbing against our legs and begging for affection. With an injured ear and the harsh winter looming, we knew we couldn’t leave him behind. A life of misery—or death—was not an option for this affectionate boy.

Thanks to the kindness of Gina Carroll & Clay Johns, this precious cat now has a safe place to stay tonight. Tomorrow, he will visit our vet partners at Animal Health Care Center P.C. for care and treatment.

Gina named him Vinny Van Gogh after noticing his injured ear, but she assures us he’s “all Van Good” since being rescued. Here’s her update from this evening:
“Vinny Van Gogh is sweet, happy, and loving on all of us. He’s not scared of the boys (though we’re keeping them separated for now since he’s not vaccinated). He scratched his wound, and the scabs reopened, so I cleaned it up and put the cone on. He just wants to be held and loved—nothing else. 🥰”

We’re working with a local cat group to secure a place for Vinny after his vet visit tomorrow. Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly and works out.🤞🏼
This sweet boy has a chance at a wonderful life thanks to our amazing community of supporters.

01/12/2024

Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge has been working with this family for a while. Little dude, Rook, has been on the waiting list for a nueter and it is finally happening! Today his family signed a medical release form to allow us to take him into temporary custody until he heals from his surgery. Rook will also receive vacinnes, deworming, and a 4DX blood test pre-surgery. Thanks to Hercs Haven for giving him a soft place to land tonight.

01/12/2024

Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge had a great and productive day in our community! The snow held off until the end of the day.

We delivered a dog house and straw to some of the pups there today and found this gorgeous girl in need of some vet care. She has a tumor on her stomach we will get checked out ASAP! She is such an affectionate dog and we are happy we crossed paths today with her family and they are willing to work with us to get her a medical check up!

These are the types of services we provide that our current MATCH FUND will help cover! If you would like to help us reach our goal so we can continue to help community dogs in need please visit this link https://tinyurl.com/2024HolidayMatch

Shout out to our team today- Kacee, Ben, Chris, Roslyn, Kimberly, Danny, and Mike! It was a great group 😍

01/12/2024

As my two pups, Sadie & Duncan, settle in for the night—warm, loved, happy, and well-fed I can’t help but think about all the outdoor dogs and cats we’ll be visiting tomorrow. Tonight, many of them are out in the bitter cold, and it breaks my heart. 😔

Tomorrow, our Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge field team will head out to check on these animals. We’ll spend 8 hours doing everything we can to make them a little warmer and more comfortable. That means providing straw bedding, insulating their houses, and offering whatever help we can.

I often hear people say, “We need better laws.” While that might be true, the current laws aren’t often being enforced. For example, it’s illegal to chain or tether a dog when the temperature is 32°F or below, but because of vague language in the bill stating enforcement is at “animal control discretion,” this law is rarely upheld.

So, here we go again—ready to do what we can, even though it feels like a drop in the ocean some days. These animals deserve better, and until we see real change, we’ll keep showing up for them.

18/11/2024

Today, the Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge field team visited a family we’ve supported for a long time. During our visit, we met their newest addition—a sweet dog who was recently dumped on their property. Sadly, he’s in rough shape and clearly needs medical attention.

It looks like he might be dealing with allergies and is in need of some much-needed relief. Since the family cannot afford veterinary care, we’ll be stepping in to ensure he gets the help he deserves. Our plan is to get him to the vet soon for diagnostics. At the very least, he’ll need antibiotics and possibly some pain medication to start his recovery journey.

This is exactly why donations to our medical fund are so crucial. They allow us to provide essential care to community pets like him who would otherwise suffer. Your support makes a real difference—thank you for helping us turn moments of hardship into stories of hope!!

17/11/2024

We are overjoyed to announce that Olivia, now named Millie, has been adopted! 🏡✨

Back in October, we took Millie from our local animal shelter, Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center. She was a timid little pup who had so much to learn about love and trust. Thanks to her amazing new family, Millie has blossomed into a playful, happy indoor companion.

Her adopters gave her the time and patience she needed to decompress, and the results are heartwarming. 💙

Millie now…
🐾 Brings her family a toy every time they come home 🧸
🐾 Sleeps under the covers, snuggled close to her humans 🛌💕
🐾 Plays joyfully with her new best friend, a much larger but incredibly sweet lab who has fully won her over! 🐕

We couldn’t be more grateful to Millie’s new family for opening their hearts and home to her. They’ve turned her story into one of joy and companionship, proving that every dog deserves a second chance.

A huge thank you to all the fosters, adopters, donors, and volunteers who make happy endings like Millie’s possible. You’re the true heroes! 🙌👏
Cheers to another sweet soul saved and loved forever. 🥰

16/11/2024

Adoption Update: Gracie’s Happy Ending! 🌟

We are thrilled to share that our brave girl, Margaret Mae—now lovingly known as Gracie—has found her forever home! ❤️ Gracie came to us in a life-or-death situation. She was in labor, but complications meant she needed immediate help. Her former owners surrendered her so we could step in and save her life. Thanks to an emergency C-section, Gracie was able to safely deliver four beautiful puppies.

Gracie’s journey didn’t stop there. She had another critical moment when she started bleeding heavily after the surgery. Thankfully, her incredible foster rushed her to the emergency vet just in time. We’re so grateful for everyone who contributed to Gracie’s medical fund and for her foster’s quick action and dedication during such a challenging time.

Today, Gracie is thriving with her wonderful new family! She even gets to tag along with her new mom to work sometimes. This sweet girl will never have to worry about having another litter—just a lifetime of love and happiness ahead.

A huge thank you to her adoptive family for opening their hearts and giving Gracie the life she deserves. Congratulations, Gracie! 🐾❤️

14/11/2024

Meemaw’s Happily Ever After! 🐾

Our sweet girl Meemaw has finally found her forever home—and a new name to go with it! Now called Molly, she’s in a place where she’s truly cherished. When Molly first came to us at the beginning of the year, she was severely malnourished and had endured so much. Her journey wasn’t easy, but we never gave up on her.

Though her first adoption didn’t work out, we kept searching, and Molly found temporary fosters who cared for her until she landed with her final foster—a true hero who gave her a soft place to land and helped her heal before we matched her with her adopter. We’re so grateful for his kindness and dedication.

Today, Molly is living her best life as the center of attention in her new home! She enjoys her twice-daily walks, a beautiful backyard to explore, and a family that adores her. Here’s to a wonderful new chapter, Molly! 🐾❤

13/11/2024

Update on Moonshine…new name is Josie 💙
Today Josie met her new Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge foster mama and went home with her! The pure joy and love from Amy Stacy towards this sweet kitty warms my heart. It’s an excellent feeling when you know they land in a wonderful home. THIS is why we do it!

We took her in on Sunday…what a difference a few days makes!

13/11/2024

Bo Has Found His Forever Home! 🐾❤️

Our sweet old man, Bo, has finally found the loving home he deserves! After being surrendered to DDBBR on January 8, 2024, Bo's journey to adoption has been a testament to patience, persistence, and love. Bo spent his entire life outside in a cramped pen, but when our field team began visiting him, we knew he deserved so much more. Thanks to our friends at Caring for Creatures, Bo had a soft place to land while we searched for the perfect family.

At 10 years old, Bo had never lived in a home, and we faced some unique challenges in finding the right fit for him. We didn’t know how he would adjust to indoor life, but we never gave up on this gentle soul. And on October 30, 2024, Bo’s adoption became official! Now, he’s enjoying a cozy indoor life with a family who is fully dedicated to helping him adjust. They’re even working with a trainer to teach Bo all the things he missed out on before, proving that you really can teach an old dog new tricks!

Bo’s new family says he was the missing piece in their lives. They are absolutely smitten with his sweet, gentle nature and can’t wait for him to meet his "human grandparents," who have already been showering him with love from afar.

To everyone who played a role in Bo’s journey, thank you. We’re honored to have been part of giving Bo the best years yet to come. 🐾

11/11/2024

DIXIE HAS FOUND HER FOREVER HOME ❤🐾

Dixie now known as Trixie came to us in July after a tough start to life—living outdoors on a chain and raising a litter of puppies. Her former owners wanted better for her and made the brave decision to surrender her to Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge. From day one, Trixie went straight into a loving foster home where her foster worked tirelessly to teach her all the ins and outs of living indoors. Trixie was a quick learner and an absolute star!

For months, Trixie attended every adoption event, waiting patiently for her forever family to come along. And then, at the CASPCA Fall Festival, her new mom met her and it was love at first sight. The adoption was finalized the very next week!

Today, Trixie is living her best life—free from chains and the worries of her past. We’re so grateful to her previous owners for giving her a second chance, to her foster for showering her with love and guidance, and to her new mom for giving Trixie the safe, happy home she deserves.

Congratulations, Trixie! We’ll miss your squishy face, but we couldn’t be happier for your happy ending. 🐾❤️

11/11/2024

Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge’s first stop of the day brought us to visit Jake and Tank, two beloved outdoor pups, along with a family of outdoor cats. We were excited to welcome Moonshine, one of the kittens, who was surrendered to us—and we’re thrilled to share she already has a potential adopter lined up!

Jake received a new insulated dog house to keep him sheltered and warm, and both pups enjoyed fresh straw bedding to make their space warmer for the colder days ahead. We also left dog and cat food to support them in the coming weeks.

Thanks to our friends at Cat Action Team, the four adult cats on-site will soon be spayed and neutered, helping prevent future litters and promoting their long-term health.

A big shoutout to our dedicated field team—Theresa, Jaleen, Kimberly, and Ginger—for all their hard work and heart today. 💙 Thanks to you, lots of wonderful things happened for many animals today!

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TAKE THE BITE OUT OF FROSTBITE!!! ❄️❄️❄️ Imagine being an outside dog without a warm, insulated doghouse this winter. Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge's community outreach program provides insulated doghouses, proper food & water bowls, and other necessities to help outdoor dogs be more comfortable during winter. Through October 15th, we are raising funds that will be matched up to $5,000.00 by a generous donor. Help Us Help Them! https://tinyurl.com/NoFrostbite 🐾💙

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We are located in Smithfield, Virginia. For general information you can contact [email protected].

For information on volunteering or fostering you can contact [email protected]. For information on getting help for dogs in need and adoption information you can contact [email protected]. To report a chained or penned dog near you and ensure information gets directly into the caretaker's hands, find the address and fill out this form: https://dogsdeservebetter.org/resources-chained/

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