Handling Your Pets During a Solar Eclipse

By Lauren Puckett On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. As the moon passes between the sun […]

Experience the Joy of Vacation Fostering

By Lauren Puckett Did you know that the Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC) adopted out over 150 cats and dogs in 2023? And, because HSLC is a foster-based organization, […]

Kitten Fostering 101

By Heather Nokes “Kitten season” refers to the period from early spring to late fall when most kittens are born. This phenomenon is mostly due to warmer weather allowing stray […]

5 Lesser Known Household Pet Hazards

By Carly Sanders It’s no secret that animals like food. Some animals really like food, and most dogs and cats fall under that category. When you’ve got a pet that’s […]

Pet Dental Health Month: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late!

By Kathleen Silver Giving your pet dental treats is a great way to remove some gunk from their teeth. But it’s not as effective as creating a home brushing routine […]

Fantastic First-Time Foster Experience

By Oliver Bittenbender Caring for any foster animal can be a very rewarding experience. We recently published a blog about the reasons to foster an adult cat (vs. kittens). But […]

4 Reasons to Foster an Adult Cat

By Lauren Puckett In 2023, Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC) volunteers fostered 191 cats. Though some of these cats were kittens, there were plenty of adult cats who also […]

Cold Weather Considerations for Pets

By Joan Cassell With the recent snowfall here in Loudoun County, this is a good opportunity to take a mid-season look at your pet’s cold weather needs.  If you think […]

Ladybelle: A Christmas Surprise

For most folks who celebrate Christmas, the tree has been taken down and the decorations stored away for another year. But, we had one more story bursting with holiday joy […]

4 Ways to Get a “Helper’s High”

By Lauren Puckett Did you know that performing an act of kindness actually ignites a chemical response in your brain? That’s the positive feeling you get when you do something […]