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Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) Friends of Homeless Animals is a non-profit, no-kill shelter for homeless dogs & cats, located in Northern VA

Located in Northern Virginia, Friends of Homeless Animals has been serving the Washington metropolitan area since 1973. We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) no-kill shelter dedicated to saving abandoned and abused dogs and cats. We provide rescue, medical care, rehabilitation, and adoption services in the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC metropolitan areas.

This is Harmony, a 1-year-old, 7lb female domestic medium hair.  She’s a sweet and gentle girl who has been very busy re...
21/08/2024

This is Harmony, a 1-year-old, 7lb female domestic medium hair. She’s a sweet and gentle girl who has been very busy recently – she had a litter of five kittens a couple of months ago! Her babies are starting to find their forever homes now and Harmony is ready for hers. She is very loving and really enjoys getting pets and affection. She likes to play with toys, particularly chasing the wand. Do you have room in your heart and your home for an adorable calico cat? Come to FOHA and meet Harmony! To learn more about her, check out her bio:

https://buff.ly/3yZCnSC

If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Meet Pistachio, a FOHA dog of the week!  He’s a 1-year-old, 49lb Terrier Mix and he’s a friendly, playful boy who can’t ...
21/08/2024

Meet Pistachio, a FOHA dog of the week! He’s a 1-year-old, 49lb Terrier Mix and he’s a friendly, playful boy who can’t wait to meet you. He can be a little shy at first but with a little time he comes out of his shell. He’s really enjoyed playing with other pups in doggie playgroup. He loves getting pets and scratches and has done well meeting new people at adoption events. If you’d like to learn more about him, check out his bio:

https://buff.ly/4coygxV

If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

I’m Allister, a gentle giant with a heart as vast as the oceans and a frame as cozy as a mountain of blankets. At first ...
20/08/2024

I’m Allister, a gentle giant with a heart as vast as the oceans and a frame as cozy as a mountain of blankets. At first glance, you might mistake me for being reserved, but beneath my initial shyness lies a treasure trove of warmth and affection just waiting to be unleashed. As I patiently await my forever home, I dream of a family who will embrace me with open arms and shower me with the affection I so eagerly crave. Would you like to meet me and see if I could be your new best friend?
For more information, please visit the website. If you'd like to meet me, submit an application, or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday and ask to meet me. Hope to see you soon!

❤️   PUPPIES!!!   ❤️FOHA has a puddle of puppies available for adoption, including our dog of the week, Maverick, and th...
20/08/2024

❤️ PUPPIES!!! ❤️

FOHA has a puddle of puppies available for adoption, including our dog of the week, Maverick, and the last of Buttercup's puppies. Say hello to Bubby, Chives, Freddie, Harper, Juno, Maverick, and Peach Blossom! If interested, please submit an application, on our website or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday if you'd like to meet Bubby or Juno (everyone else is in foster care and not at the shelter).

Hi, I'm Gauge, a 3-year-old male hound! I'm an exuberant, high-energy guy who can’t wait to meet my forever family. In t...
20/08/2024

Hi, I'm Gauge, a 3-year-old male hound! I'm an exuberant, high-energy guy who can’t wait to meet my forever family. In true hound-style, I love adventures outside where I can smell all the smells. I'm very treat-motivated and have already learned several commands as I'm a very smart boy. Once I get my energy out, I'm cuddly and affectionate and love to get ear rubs. I would do best in a home without cats. To learn more about Gauge, check out his bio at https://buff.ly/3Sgpjz0 .
If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Please note that Gauge is currently in a foster home, so an appointment to meet him is required.

Dogs of the Week: Pistachio & Maverick 🌟🐾 Meet Pistachio and Maverick, two young boys looking for a home! 🐾🎉 Pistachio i...
19/08/2024

Dogs of the Week: Pistachio & Maverick 🌟
🐾 Meet Pistachio and Maverick, two young boys looking for a home! 🐾
🎉 Pistachio is a sweet boy with an adorable bunny hop when he's playing and excited. He recently attended an adoption event and was on his best behavior!
🌟 Maverick is a little shy at first, but is friendly and playful once he comes out of his shell. This gentle boy is looking for a patient owner who gives him time to become comfortable.
🏡 Let's help Pistachio and Maverick find the loving homes they deserve! Share their stories this week, spread the word, and let's make their dreams of a forever home come true! 🏡
🐾❤️

19/08/2024

📢 Calling All Animal Lovers! 🐾

We are excited for our upcoming Paws for a Cause event this September, and we need your support! 🐶🐱

We're seeking individuals and businesses to sponsor this incredible event. Your sponsorship will directly support Friends of Homeless Animals and our mission to rescue and care for animals in need.

Sponsorship Benefits:
Promotion of your business at the event
Complimentary tickets to attend
And much more, depending on your sponsorship level!

Join us in making a difference. Head here for more information on how to become a sponsor: https://buff.ly/46FMSXP

Let’s work together to give every animal a loving home. Thank you for your support! 🐾💖

Congratulations to the great group of cats and dogs who were adopted between July 14 and July 18: Angelica, Atticus, Lou...
18/08/2024

Congratulations to the great group of cats and dogs who were adopted between July 14 and July 18: Angelica, Atticus, Louie, Silas, and Starlight. Best wishes to all for a happy life with your new families! Thank you so much to our awesome staff and volunteers who work so hard every week to get our animals into forever homes.
Adopters - we'd love to see an update in the comments
If you know of anyone looking to adopt a dog or cat, please tell them about FOHA!

** MORE NEW FACES ON THE WEBSITE **If you haven't visited our website recently, you may have missed our newest arrivals ...
18/08/2024

** MORE NEW FACES ON THE WEBSITE **
If you haven't visited our website recently, you may have missed our newest arrivals who were recently. FOHA welcomes Buster, Freddie, Gamora, Juno, and Savannah! (more info in captions).
You can see all of our adoptable animals on our website. If you see any that might be a good fit for your family, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. If you'd like to meet an animal in foster, please submit an application so we can arrange a meeting.
FOHA is a 501c3 rescue and all dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and on preventatives. Most of our animals are pulled from rural shelters to help them free up space, so every animal adopted or fostered opens a spot to save one more!

Hey there, potential forever family! My name’s Ozzy, and my journey hasn’t been the easiest, but I’m here to show you th...
18/08/2024

Hey there, potential forever family! My name’s Ozzy, and my journey hasn’t been the easiest, but I’m here to show you that with a little love, even the saddest stories can have happy endings. In the right setting, I’m a superstar. Trust takes time for me, but once you’ve earned it, I’m the best boy you could ever ask for. I enjoy leisurely walks, I’m a pro on a leash, and I’m eager to please my humans.

Ozzy is such a good boy. He checks so many boxes and his friends say the nicest things.“I am soooo good lookin” “Ozzy is very smart and one of the bes...

Hey there, I’m Kiara, a lovely and sweet Husky Mix on a journey to find my forever home.  I may be a bit shy and skittis...
17/08/2024

Hey there, I’m Kiara, a lovely and sweet Husky Mix on a journey to find my forever home. I may be a bit shy and skittish, but I’ve got a heart full of love waiting to share. I absolutely adore running around in the play yard with the other dogs, finding joy in every moment of freedom. But what I really long for is a loving family and another dog companion who can help me build my confidence and show me the way. I’m a wonderful compact size, just waiting for the right family to come along.
For more information on me, visit my page at https://buff.ly/3WSCveG .

Black Cat Appreciation Day on August 17 aims to dispel all myths surrounding black cats. Superstitions aside, cats are s...
17/08/2024

Black Cat Appreciation Day on August 17 aims to dispel all myths surrounding black cats. Superstitions aside, cats are simply adorable, including black ones.

Black cats are not taboo. Sure, these feline creatures in their sleek, black coats may carry an air of mystery, but most cats do. Like all cats, black cats have the ability to find mischief. Just like tabbys, cinnamons, gingers, calicos, whites, and grays, the black cat is cuddly, fun, and sweet.

However, one black cat fact that holds true is they are less likely to be adopted. Just like black dogs, this variety of cat gets shunned at shelters. Despite this, black cats still respond to love and attention no differently than other felines.

So, let a black cat cross your path. Expect the number of cuddles in your life to increase, too!

We have cats in many colors at FOHA but if you’re looking for black cats, check out Banana, Boris, Carolina Reaper, Parker, Silver Fox, Sprinkle or Tinkerbell with her magical eyes.

17/08/2024

Kittens available for adoption.

** MORE ANIMALS FOR YOU TO VIEW **If you haven't visited foha.org recently, you may have missed our newest available ani...
17/08/2024

** MORE ANIMALS FOR YOU TO VIEW **
If you haven't visited foha.org recently, you may have missed our newest available animals. FOHA welcomes Bubby, Dove, Gunner, Luke, and Nebula. (more info in captions).
You can see all of our adoptable animals on our website. If you see any that might be a good fit for your family, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. If you'd like to meet an animal in foster, please submit an application so we can arrange a meeting.
FOHA is a 501c3 rescue and all dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and on preventatives. Most of our animals are pulled from rural shelters to help them free up space, so every animal adopted or fostered opens a spot to save one more!

I’m Betty, a beautiful husky who loves people and treats! I enjoy adventures and am good in the car. I've also been very...
16/08/2024

I’m Betty, a beautiful husky who loves people and treats! I enjoy adventures and am good in the car. I've also been very polite at adoption events. I'm more advanced in age and would do best in a home without other dogs. Please come to FOHA and meet me! I have so much love to share! To learn more about me, check out my bio at https://buff.ly/3WQbmZT . If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) on the website. Not in a position to adopt? Share this post with your friends!

Hi, I'm Banana! I was found outside and was basically feral when rescued by FOHA.  I've been in a loving foster home sin...
16/08/2024

Hi, I'm Banana! I was found outside and was basically feral when rescued by FOHA. I've been in a loving foster home since then and I'm learning to trust people. I love exploring new places, playing with my siblings, and even playing with my foster family’s cats. I'm getting braver with people and will sometimes take treats or allow pets. I need a forever family who understands that I am still learning to trust humans and will need a lot of patience. I would do best in a home without small children and without dogs. To learn more about Banana, check out her bio at:
https://buff.ly/4cszGaT
If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

16/08/2024

Kingsley available for adoption.

** LATEST ARRIVALS ON THE WEBSITE **New dogs and cats were added to the website this week!  We have some AMAZING dogs an...
15/08/2024

** LATEST ARRIVALS ON THE WEBSITE **

New dogs and cats were added to the website this week! We have some AMAZING dogs and cats waiting to meet you! Here are a few of them: Bug, Daphine, Donut, Picatso, and Pooh (more info in captions).
You can see all of our adoptable animals on our website. If you see any that might be a good fit for your family, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. If you'd like to meet an animal in foster, please submit an application so we can arrange a meeting.
FOHA is a 501c3 rescue and all dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and on preventatives. Most of our animals are pulled from rural shelters to help them free up space, so every animal adopted or fostered opens a spot to save one more!

🐾 Become a Hero for Animals! 🐾Our Paws for a Cause event is just around the corner this September, and we’re reaching ou...
15/08/2024

🐾 Become a Hero for Animals! 🐾

Our Paws for a Cause event is just around the corner this September, and we’re reaching out for your support! We’re looking for both individuals and businesses to sponsor this important event. Your sponsorship will make a huge difference in our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. Join us in celebrating the heroes behind this work and help us ensure a future where more dogs and cats find loving homes through FOHA.

Why Sponsor?
Showcase your business to a compassionate community
Receive complimentary tickets to the event
Make a tangible difference in the lives of animals

Interested? Learn more and sign up here: https://buff.ly/46FMSXP

Together, we can create a brighter future for our furry friends! 🐶🐱

Happy Belated Birthday to Lynk, who turned 7 years old on Tuesday!  He loves going for walks, cuddling, and staying busy...
15/08/2024

Happy Belated Birthday to Lynk, who turned 7 years old on Tuesday! He loves going for walks, cuddling, and staying busy with a good chew toy. He is looking for a quiet home, maybe with a yard with space to do zoomies, and of course, a nice couch to snuggle with his people. He has a lot of love to give and just needs someone to give him a chance.
You can read all about him on the FOHA website. The best birthday gift ever would be to find a home or foster. If you're not in a position to adopt, consider making a donation in his name, or purchasing an item from our wish list for him.

Meet Sleepy, a 3-year-old, 55lb male Husky!  He’s still fairly new to FOHA and we’re still getting to know him, but from...
14/08/2024

Meet Sleepy, a 3-year-old, 55lb male Husky! He’s still fairly new to FOHA and we’re still getting to know him, but from what we can tell so far, he’s an active boy who loves to play and go for walks. He’s good on the leash and he likes to be brushed. He’s still a young dog and will need an adopter with the time and patience to give him lots of exercise and work with him on his doggy manners. Could that be you? Come to FOHA and meet this handsome guy! To learn more about Sleepy, check out his bio at:

https://buff.ly/4fIzTZy

If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Hello, we’re Blaze and Spark, the FOHA cats of the week!  Our friends at FOHA made this great video about us:https://buf...
14/08/2024

Hello, we’re Blaze and Spark, the FOHA cats of the week! Our friends at FOHA made this great video about us:

https://buff.ly/3YQE0wq

We are a couple of brother kittens who are looking for a forever home together!

Blaze is chatty and playful but can be a bit shy and slow to warm up to people. He’s fun and affectionate once he gets to know you and will come to you for head butts and pets.

Spark is a bit more adventurous but is just as fun and silly as his brother. He’s also a bit slow to trust, but once he does, he’ll come running to say hi to you and is happy to be picked up and snuggled.

If you’re looking for an adorable pair of kittens to bring fun and cuteness to your home, make an appointment to meet Blaze and Spark! If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Hi, my name is Sweet Pea!  My name tells you everything you need to know about me – I am a true sweet pea! I absolutely ...
13/08/2024

Hi, my name is Sweet Pea! My name tells you everything you need to know about me – I am a true sweet pea! I absolutely love pets and I will roll around on the floor for hours accepting belly rubs, and head and back scratches all while purring a million miles a minute. I love being picked up and snuggled and kissed too! Of all the toys in my foster home my absolute favorite toy is the ribbon wand. I also love watching the birds and squirrels outside from my cat tree. Churros are my favorite snack!
For more information, visit my page on the FOHA website. I'm in a foster home, so please submit an application (no obligation) if you'd like to meet me.

Meet Miley! This sweet little one waited 277 days to find her forever home. From stray to cherished companion, Miley's s...
13/08/2024

Meet Miley! This sweet little one waited 277 days to find her forever home. From stray to cherished companion, Miley's story is a heartwarming testament to second chances and unconditional love. Help other animals find second chances with a contribution to our Summer Appeal.

Donate Today: https://buff.ly/4f0lxmX

I’m Happy, an outgoing canine who loves to play!  I’m an affectionate pup who blossoms in the company of someone compass...
13/08/2024

I’m Happy, an outgoing canine who loves to play! I’m an affectionate pup who blossoms in the company of someone compassionate, tender, and patient, who can bring out the best in my playful and vibrant personality! Playing with my shelter-mates in the yard is the highlight of my day. As we dart around the yard, tails wagging furiously and tongues lolling out in excitement, I can’t help but feel a surge of happiness.
Does it sound like I could be your new best friend? Visit our website to submit an application (no obligation), or stop by the shelter between noon and 5pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Hope to see you soon!

I’m Aspen, a 5-year-old, male hound mix!  I’m a happy boy who has had some difficult times in my life.  When FOHA rescue...
12/08/2024

I’m Aspen, a 5-year-old, male hound mix! I’m a happy boy who has had some difficult times in my life. When FOHA rescued me, they learned I had been shot in the chest and discarded. I’m all healed now, but I’ve got a scar on my chest and a few on the inside too. Although I love people and enjoy the company of other dogs, I can get a little anxious sometimes and would do best in a home with a fenced yard where I can roam and explore. Could you be my forever family? Please come to FOHA and meet me! To learn more about me, check out my bio at https://foha.org/pet/aspen2022/ .

If you'd like to meet any of our dogs or cats, submit an application (no obligation) on the website. Not in a position to adopt? Share this post with your friends!

🌟 Cats of the Week: Blaze and Spark🌟🐾 Meet Blaze and Spark, two adorable 4-month old kittens! 🐾🎉 Blaze: This silly boy l...
12/08/2024

🌟 Cats of the Week: Blaze and Spark🌟
🐾 Meet Blaze and Spark, two adorable 4-month old kittens! 🐾
🎉 Blaze: This silly boy loves playing with ball toys and wands. He's also very chatty! He and Spark do best together and need to be adopted as a pair.
🌟 Spark: This soft boy is playful and a little mischievous once he becomes comfortable. He loves treats and snuggles, too!
🏡 Let's help these two kitties find the loving homes they deserve! Share their story, spread the word, and let's make their dreams of a forever home come true! 🏡
🐾❤️

Thank you so much to everyone who entered, voted, and participated in the Happy Tails Photo Contest! We are so excited t...
12/08/2024

Thank you so much to everyone who entered, voted, and participated in the Happy Tails Photo Contest! We are so excited to announce the 2025 Happy Tails Calendar front cover winner - Shiloh! Don't miss out on your opportunity to get the calendar. Order by September 9, 2024 at 9am. We may be biased but they make great gifts for the upcoming holiday season and new year.

Get Your Calendar Now: https://buff.ly/3SMU6nc

P.S. Reserve-a-Day is still available if you would like to reserve a special day in the calendar for your pet. Reserve the spot by August 24, 2024.

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