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1st of April 2023

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 […]


22nd of January 2023

HSLC Launches ShelterLuv

Earlier this year, the Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC) launched ShelterLuv thanks to the leadership of Animal Care Director, Amy Richards. We sat down with Amy to learn more […]


6th of January 2023

Our First Year Without Betty White

By Kathleen Silver Many of you are likely aware that the world lost a shining star on New Year’s Eve 2021: Ms. Betty White. A well-known actress, comedian, and producer; […]


23rd of December 2022

Meet Mindy – A Lot to Love

By Kathleen Silver Recently, a kitty adopted from HSLC four years ago was returned to us. Unfortunately, Mindy’s family developed allergies and couldn’t keep her. Mindy, a gorgeous Tabby, also […]


2nd of December 2022

Paw-some Foster Stories

By Hannah Feeley I recently had the pleasure of speaking with three fosters for the Humane Society of Loudoun County (HSLC). They each shared their stories and advice for new […]


22nd of November 2022

Destiny Can Win Again

By Kathleen Silver Destiny, as defined by dictionary.com, is “something that is to happen or has happened to a particular person or thing; lot or fortune. The predetermined, usually inevitable […]


14th of November 2022

4 Tax-Savvy Ways to Support HSLC before Year End

With the end of the year in sight, many people are looking for ways to combine their desire to help the causes they believe in with their desire to save […]


31st of October 2022

Who Should Consider Adopting a Senior Pet

By Kathleen Silver According to the SPCA, senior dogs are the hardest to get adopted. They spend four times longer in a shelter waiting for adoption versus younger dogs. For […]


5th of October 2022

5 Ways to Help Animals this Holiday Season

As a foster-based, all-volunteer organization, the Humane Society of Loudoun County relies on the community to provide homeless animals the second chances they deserve. Here are five “paw-some” ways to […]


1st of September 2022

What is a Service Animal?

By Roman Freeman You can see them all the time, if you’re looking – in the grocery store, at the mall, and in restaurants. We know that Service Animals get […]