We strive to end animal suffering and empower communities to find the heart in humanity.
Jeffery is a handsome hound dog with a happy-go-lucky personality! He was dumped at a farm and was in foster care with the farm owners. He has lived around other dogs and enjoys having a yard to run …
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Meet Dusty! This handsome man is ready to meet his purrfect match today. At 3-years-young, Dusty lost his home to no fault of his own and is looking for a family where he can be a cherished family pe…
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Meet Ella, a charming canine soul who possesses a delightful blend of sweetness, friendliness, and a dash of goofiness. Her curious nature is infectious, inspiring everyone around her to explore the …
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As the largest animal welfare organization in the region and one of the only remaining open access shelters, we give safety, love, and hope to lost pets, abandoned dogs and cats, cruelty victims, pets in need of rehoming, and homeless pets at risk of euthanasia in other shelters.
Brandywine Valley SPCA is bringing its nationality-recognized programs and expertise to the District of Columbia. Expanding services include taking over animal control and care, field services for injured and stray animals, wildlife services for the District, along with intake diversion, adoptions, and basic animal medical and wellness. Working with DC Health, the BVSPCA will be able to serve the communities of the District by ensuring that stray, lost, and injured animals receive the care and treatment they need.
Supporting our community by providing the resources needed to improve the lives and well-being of animals is what we do.
Losing your furry friend or finding anothers beloved animal can be a harrowing and emotional process.
"See something, say something." Most cases of cruelty or neglect come to light when someone close to that animal makes a report.
No one should have to part with their pet for financial reasons. Our pet food programs help pets stay with the families who love them.
Through our behavior team, we're able to offer free support to our adopters, foster families and pet owners seeking behavior assistance.
After more than two years in our care, our longest resident and staff favorite, who spent time at multiple campuses, found his furever home in April 2024. From Florida to a loving home, Snoops adoption story is a heartwarming reminder of what love, time, and care can do. In February 2022, this sweet boy was brought to us from an overcrowded shelter in Florida. He spent time at multiple campuses and in foster care, where he learned to trust and relax with other animals. Finally, in April 2024, Snoops family found him and gave him a new home. He has been making lifelong memories with his family, including enjoying life outdoors and snuggling with his cat sibling. Happy tails to Snoop and his perfect match of a family!
That may seem like a big number, but every dog and cat in our care enjoys individual enrichment until adoption, such as our daily dog playgroups.
Get your paws on our original and limited edition merchandise. Your purchases go towards the care of the many animals we take in each year.
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From May 9-18, prompose to your forever prom date and adopt any adult dog 30lbs and up for $25 made possible, in part, by Hill's Pet Nutrition.
Help cut down on the number of unwanted kitten litters in the community by bringing community cats in for spay/neuter and vaccinations.
