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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].

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!

11/11/2024

Today, Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge made a second stop to visit Rambo, a sweet pup who is now living with more comfort and freedom! When we initially met Rambo and his family, we noticed he was tethered for outside time. To give him a better outdoor experience, we built a kennel around the back porch so he could enjoy more space to roam and play safely.

One of the updates we made today was delivering a new house for Rambo. His first wooden house required stepping up to enter, which he didn’t seem to enjoy. This time, we brought a different style that’s easier for him to access, allowing him to walk straight in without any steps.

During our visit, we also applied a flea and tick preventative, as his mom mentioned he had been dealing with a few fleas. We made sure to leave behind some dog and cat food to help the family with their pets' needs. It’s clear that Rambo’s mom loves him very much, and we’re grateful to have been able to bring some extra comfort and support to Rambo and his family today!

09/11/2024

Haki Has Found His Happy Ending!

Haki, now named Tormey, came to Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge from Lunenburg County Animal Control. Found as a stray, no one came to claim him, and the small shelter was running out of space, so we stepped in to help. From day one, Tormey thrived in his foster home with five doggy buddies. He quickly picked up the art of wrestling, chasing, and playing nicely with dogs smaller than him, and even learned to respect the cat of the house!

With so many interested adopters, choosing the right home for Tormey was tough, but we knew we found the one! Tormey now has a new mom and a black lab sister named Daisy, who welcomed him with a game of backyard chase on their first night together. He also has two cat siblings (one of whom is a DDBBR alum!) and even some horse friends. His huge backyard is perfect for his puppy energy, and Daisy is already teaching him all the things he needs to know.

We’re beyond thrilled to see Tormey settle into his amazing new life, surrounded by friends and family who love him. Here’s to a future filled with joy, adventure, and love, Tormey! 🐶💚

09/11/2024

Rosie is Adopted 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that our lovable Rosemary, affectionately known as “Rosie”, has finally found her forever home after an incredible 1,022 days in the care of Dogs Deserve Better! Rosie joined us on October 13, 2021, and while she’s been loved and looked after, we knew she deserved a family to call her own.

Now, Rosie has found her perfect match in Alyssa Corbin! Her new mom couldn’t be happier and shared, “I appreciate DDB keeping Rosie safe until we could find each other! She’s such an incredibly good girl... I don’t know how no one else wanted to keep her.” 🥰

To celebrate, Alyssa recently got Rosie a Christmas shirt, and it’s safe to say Rosie’s already excited for her first Christmas in her forever home! 🎄🐾♥️

We’re over the moon for Rosie, our beautiful, beefy, affectionate pittie lady. Here’s to many happy years filled with love, treats, and endless belly rubs. She truly deserves the best!

08/11/2024

Adopted! 🎉 Vincent van Gogh’s New Life is a Masterpiece!

Vincent van Gogh has settled into his forever home, and he's already shown his family just how big his personality is! From mastering the stairs within a day to putting himself to bed in his crate, he’s both clever and full of playful spirit. Vincent has a routine now—dashing to the ice maker for his favorite “treat” and figuring out unique ways to get his big sister’s food, even if it means scattering her bowl everywhere!

Life with Vincent is full of laughter. He chases leaves, chews on sticks, occasionally tries to eat the broom, and loves to shred cardboard (or sleep inside it). A fan of all things cozy, Vincent often curls up under blankets or even in the cat tree. His beloved mallard duck toy, sent from his foster mom, is never far from him—although it’s nearly as big as he is!

Vincent’s big sister Sunny has found her perfect match in him, and they spend their days wrestling, watching critters, and napping together. He even visits KC, the family horse, with total confidence, marching up like it’s the most natural thing in the world.

Vincent’s journey to this happy ending has been filled with love and support. We’re so grateful to his foster mom, his new family, and everyone who helped him along the way. Here’s to a life filled with joy, love, and a little bit of mischief! 🐾❤️

05/11/2024

🌟 UPDATE ON GINGER🌟

Ginger's story has been a whirlwind of strength, love, and true dedication. At just 10 months old, Ginger came to Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge a friendly, sweet pup, ready for adoption. But within 48 hours, her journey took a turn—she tested positive for parvo, a deadly and infectious disease. Without hesitation, her foster mom rushed her to the emergency hospital, kicking off an intensive journey to save her life.

Three veterinary hospitals, ten days in quarantine, and countless check-ups later, Ginger has finally tested negative for parvo and is now in her forever home. Her incredible family applied to adopt her on day one and never wavered, checking in daily while she was hospitalized and driving two hours to pick her up the moment they heard she was in the clear. Now, Ginger can finally embrace the carefree life of a beloved family dog, far from the shelter kennel and hospital rooms that defined her early days.

Thank you to everyone who played a role in Ginger’s journey: her foster mom, the dedicated veterinary teams at Greenbrier, Augusta Valley, and Veterinary Emergency Services, SFC Virginia for boarding her, and every donor who helped fund her treatment. Ginger’s story is a beautiful reminder of the power of community and collaboration in rescue. 💙

Congratulations, Ginger!
🐾 Here’s to a bright, healthy future with your new family! 🎉

03/11/2024

Shout out to Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge’s No Empty Bowls TEAM!!
Yesterday’s pet food give-away in Weyers Cave was well attended. Team leader, Carol Stanton, received positive feedback and much appreciation from several community members who attended. Thanks to our donors who help us make this happen the first Saturday of every month 💙🐾💙🐾

30/10/2024

This lucky little pot belly pig is on the path to finding his forever family, thanks to our rescue partners at Middleburg Humane Foundation. Knowing he'll be fully vetted, neutered, and cared for by a compassionate farm animal team makes his future so much brighter. And who could resist a belly-scratch-loving pig with such a playful personality? 🥰

Pigs are incredibly intelligent and affectionate animals, perfect for being cherished pets. Here’s to a lifetime of love and belly rubs for this sweet little dude! 🐷✨

Thanks to the team at Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center for keeping him safe and comfortable until we were able to transport.

30/10/2024

This past Sunday, 18 amazing volunteers came together on a perfect fall day to build 10 doghouses for Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge! Friends and neighbors from Mill Creek in Charlottesville joined forces, creating safe, warm shelters for dogs in need this winter.

With Julie Rydlund leading the build, the team had a blast, sharing laughter, teamwork, and a shared passion for helping animals. Thanks to their efforts, many dogs will have a cozy place to stay safe from the winter cold. 💞

A huge THANK YOU to each volunteer—your kindness is making a real difference! 🐾

27/10/2024

We had a wonderful day at the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA Fall Festival yesterday!

Dixie met a potential adopter, and we're crossing our fingers for a perfect match soon! Timber, Mr. Maple, and our kitty Cosette also got plenty of love, attention, and even some interest from visitors.

With beautiful weather and a great turnout, it was a fantastic day for all. A big thank you to CASPCA for inviting us to this amazing event!

25/10/2024

We took in a friendly sweet young dog out of a shelter recently. Ginger is about 10 months old and we were ready to introduce her to a potential adopter. Sadly, within 48 hours of us pulling her she broke positive for parvo. Parvo is a deadly infectious disease so her foster mom took her immediately to Greenbrier Emergency Animal Hospital. Her journey to get back to being healthy and to be alive has been expensive. We decided at her young age she was worth the financial investment. Ginger has been hospitalized for several days with three different vets. Thank you Augusta Valley Animal Hospital, Greenbrier emergency animal hospital, and Veterinary Emergency Services for saving Gingers life!

Thank you to Ryan K Barker with SFC Virginia for taking her in for boarding for the 10 days needed while she sheds this virus. We had no place for her to go and they stepped up. So grateful to our rescue partners, SFC Virginia, who specialize in parvo cases.

Her medical care depleted our medical fund this month. Please consider a donation so we can continue to help many more dogs in medical need!

https://dogsdeservebetter.networkforgood.com/projects/218853-support-ddb

Mail a check to:
PO Box 7961
Charlottesville, VA 22906

23/10/2024

🌟 Update on Mellie! 🌟

We're thrilled to share that Mellie is doing wonderfully in her new foster home! She's settling in nicely and enjoying her time with her new family.

Mellie is scheduled for her heartworm injection at the end of this month, and we’re all wishing her the best as she continues her journey to recovery.

Heartworm disease is caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart and blood vessels of infected dogs. Treatment is crucial because, if left untreated, heartworms can cause serious health issues, including heart failure and lung disease.

That’s why regular heartworm testing and providing your dog with heartworm prevention are so important. Prevention is much easier and less stressful than treatment, so keeping up with monthly heartworm prevention is key to ensuring your pup stays healthy.

We appreciate all the support for Mellie and will keep you updated on her progress! ❤️

23/10/2024

Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge is thrilled to share that Griz, now called Graham (or G-Man), has found his forever home! 🎉

What started as a temporary foster situation turned into something much more—when you know, you know! His foster mom, Kiley, fell in love with him almost instantly and quickly realized she couldn’t let him go. ❤️ She said from the moment she met him, Graham filled a part of her heart she didn’t even know was empty.

While his adoption will be official after his neuter surgery in a few weeks, we couldn’t wait to share the happy news. We’re so excited for Graham and his amazing new mom, Kiley! Here's to many happy years ahead for this perfect pair! 🐕✨

23/10/2024

We have GREAT news!! Our best good boy, Dexter, has been adopted! 🤩🙌🎉🎊

On December 3rd, 2023 he was surrendered to DDBBR. His previous owner made a selfless decision that day and agreed it would be best for him to live inside with a family.

It took a long time to make an adoption final due to a serious medical condition he had with his ears. Dexter suffered from chronic ear infections. For several months we tried less invasive treatments but it didn’t work. He needed surgery, a Total Ear Canal Ablation, at Virginia Veterinary Specialists. He is now completely deaf but that doesn’t slow him down at all. He is a happy pup enjoying his new life with an amazing loving family.

Thank you Anne Eagle Lynch & Brian Lynch for loving Dexter and giving him his forever family! He has a new fancy formal name now….Dextrose (Dex) Lee Lynch 🥰🥰🥰

21/10/2024

Today Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge met a new family who welcomed us to their home! We were thrilled to take this hunky boy off his chain and set up a 10x20 pen with a new insulated dog house, straw, dog food, and treats 💙 He is a healthy, friendly boy who has a family who loves him. Grateful to the ACO who faciliated this for us. It was a small team of Kimberly and Carol but with the help of his family we got it done. Teamwork!

19/10/2024

HAPPY ENDING STORY!!! With so much sad news and political angst on social media recently we think this will put a smile on your face 🐈‍⬛💙😁

This is a testament to community members coming together to help each other out! We saw a post today on the “waynesboro community” page. Isabella Jones was desperately trying to get her neighbors kitty out of a very tall tree. Leo was spooked yesterday when a plumber was working at her neighbors house and he ran outside and right up a very tall tree. Once he was up there he was too afraid to come down.

Isabella called the fire department and animal control but they said they could not help. She worried about him last night as the temperature was freezing! Thanks to DDBBR team members Gina Carroll and Clay Johns this kitty was rescued from the tree today!!! Clay is an expert tree man…he scaled this tree in no time and got Leo safely inside his bag. Gina is the expert animal whisperer and had his back 💯👏👏👏

Leo is safe, warm and bathed with a full belly tonight! This is the best example of social media doing some good and bringing our sweet little city of Waynesboro together to help our neighbors and their beloved pets!!

18/10/2024

Thank you to our vet partners, Animal Health Care Center P.C., who ALWAYS come through for us on the fly in emergency situations! We apologize to them that we turned their lobby into chaos when we brought these 4 Great Dane pups today! Everyone stopped working and loved on the pups 💙💙

Thank you to our Great Dane rescue partners, Magdrl: the Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League, Inc for stepping up and taking these wee ones into their care! Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge considered keeping them but after research about Great Danes we knew they needed a rescue knowledgeable about thier needs. Over the next few days these precious ones will be going into experienced Great Dane foster homes.

Shout out to Prince Edward County Animal Care and Control for rescuing these puppies and being so great at their jobs!! We are honored to be one of their rescue partners. It takes a village, y’all!! 🙌🙌

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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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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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