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Mr. Walrus is a unique, very playful, floppy jowled, sweet, and good humored boy.   He loves playing with toys and shaking them back and forth. He has such wonderful bursts of energy as he runs around the yard and would love to do the same with whoever adopts him.…...

2024 has been a challenging year for us all. With animal intake numbers up, a record number of kittens, and so many animals needing extensive medical care, we’ve been extremely busy!  Thanks to you, over 1,500 dogs, cats, and other homeless animals had a comfortable place to stay, the medical…...

Mittens is a darling little cat with a luscious, long, white bib and (of course) white on her paws. Her coat is soft and sleek. She is very friendly, and loves to approach people for scratches around her ears and neck. She’ll reward you with a soft purr. She’s a…...

Say hello to this beautiful bonded duo: Sneakers (husky) and Boots (German Shepherd Mix). A volunteer spent time with her and had this to share: “These 2 stunners are super sweet, in need of a spa day to get those winter sheds handled, and pretty chill when we hung out.…...

Hi there! I’m Inkus 🐾. I’m a shy but super sweet soul who absolutely LOVES being petted. When I first arrived at the shelter with my two brothers, I was really scared and stayed frozen in my cozy little box. I wasn’t sure what to think of this new place.…...

On the 1st day of Christmas, the VBAS Medical Program gave to Lottie ONE hernia surgery!   Lottie is a sweet little pup who arrived at the shelter with a massive hernia. We sent her to a specialist who surgically repaired it. After she recovered, Lottie was up and running…...

Say hello to athletic Ali (like Muhammad Ali). This sporty pup has ALL the energy. Ali is not a good match for a first time dog owner, home with small children or unsteady humans, folks with weak arms or shoulders, or anyone looking for a couch potato dog. That’s not…...

Spike is a big, friendly boy with a bit of an independent streak. He was a bit of a crankypants when he first came to the shelter. But once he experienced a warm place to sleep and consistent meals, he decided being inside was much better than fending for himself…...

Meet Knuckles, a lovable 3-year-old with a heart of gold! This sweet boy is housebroken, crate trained, and knows how to sit, shake, and stay. Despite his tough appearance, Knuckles is incredibly smart and eager to please. He shows no aggression towards other dogs on walks, making him a great…...

My name is Max. I’m a big boy with a huge heart, and I absolutely love getting attention from people. There’s nothing better than when someone stops by to say hi! If I think you haven’t noticed me, I’ll make sure to let you know I’m around with my soft…...