Animals


13th of December 2024

What Your Pet REALLY Wants

By Uchenna C. Okeke During seasons of gifting, our thoughts turn to the ones we love – including our furry friends. We want to give gifts that speak to their […]


5th of December 2024

Animal-Friendly Resolutions

It’s hard to believe but 2025 is just around the corner. Are you thinking about adopting one or two new animal-friendly habits in the new year? If so, we’re here […]


11th of November 2024

A GUIDE TO PET-PROOFING YOUR HOME

By Uchenna C. Okeke When it comes to our homes, safety is paramount. However, for pets, the definition of safety can be vastly different. What may seem harmless to humans […]


3rd of November 2024

When You Donate – Where Does Your Money Go?

By Kathleen Silver (Updated 2024) So far this year, the Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC) has adopted out nearly 150 dogs and cats and trapped over 115 community cats […]


11th of October 2024

Spice up your life! Adopt a pet!

By Uchenna C. Okeke Are you feeling stuck in a routine? Want to add some excitement to your daily life? As the saying goes, “variety is the spice of life,” […]


1st of October 2024

Help Animals by Donating Your Car During Cartober

By Lauren Puckett Dr. Christine Rainwater drove her 14-year-old Honda Civic for 240,000 miles before deciding it was time to throw in the towel. As a dog owner and lover, […]


20th of September 2024

Fluffy’s Journey: A Tale of Persistence and Love

In the heart of South Riding, an adventurous cat named Fluffy illustrates the lengths we go to for our furry friends. Fluffy wasn’t just a cat; he was a beloved […]


16th of September 2024

Let’s Celebrate “Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet” Week

By Lauren Puckett On average, cats spend 55 days in shelters before they’re adopted. That’s according to a 2020 study published in the Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science. The […]


13th of September 2024

Navigating Pet Insurance

By Lauren Puckett Pet insurance may seem unnecessary to many caregivers. It’s one more monthly cost that you don’t need, right? But for guardians of pets with major health issues, […]


11th of September 2024

Celebrating Success: Clear the Shelters 2024

Every year, the Clear the Shelters campaign lights up the nation, creating a powerful wave of compassion and action for our furry friends. Running from August 10 to September 10, […]