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23rd of July 2025

IF YOUR PET COULD SPEAK

PART 3 – Keep Me Safe, But Please Don’t Make it Boring By Uchenna C. Okeke While many animals wait for homes at the Humane Society of Loudoun County, others […]


25th of June 2025

IF YOUR PET COULD SPEAK

Part 2 – I am FeLV+. But, please don’t count me out! By Uchenna C. Okeke Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is a condition that often sparks fear or confusion. Too […]


17th of June 2025

Hot Weather and Your Pet

By Heather Nokes Did you know that dogs and cats do not sweat like humans? Their main sweat glands are located on their paw pads and are not very effective […]


23rd of May 2025

If Your Pet Could Speak

Part 1 – I want to fit in, but please don’t rush me By Uchenna C. Okeke What if your pet could speak your language? Instead of a wagging tail […]


5th of May 2025

Why HSLC Has No Dogs for Adoption – and How You Can Help

The Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC) is a foster-based rescue—which means we do not operate a physical shelter. Every animal we save depends on the availability of a foster […]


Everything You Need to Know About Microchipping Your Pet

By Heather Nokes There are several reasons a pet may get lost: bolting out an open door, sneaking under a fence, or just simply wandering off. If this were to […]


24th of April 2025

Nugget’s New Beginning

Sometimes, the difference between life and death for an at-risk animal isn’t a major rescue operation or a miracle—it’s a single person saying “yes.” That was the case for Nugget, […]


20th of April 2025

Become a Pet Partner: Help More Animals with One Simple Step

At the Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC), every animal we help is a life changed—sometimes even saved. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why we’re inviting you to […]


18th of April 2025

Finding Purpose and Growth through Volunteering

By Uchenna C. Ukeke Volunteering is not just a simple act of kindness that benefits the community. It can also benefit you personally and professionally. And the best part? It […]


6th of April 2025

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month – April

Be their voice. Keep them safe. It’s our responsibility to speak out about the injustices we see for those who cannot speak for themselves. Report animal abuse to Loudoun County […]