3040 Holland Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturday: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
*Receiving hours: 11:00am – 5:00pm (by appointment only)
Phone: (757) 427-0070
Email: info@vbspca.com
3040 Holland Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Monday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Surgery Drop-Off: 8:00am – 8:45am
Phone: (757) 427-0070 opt. 2
Fax: (757) 563-2368
Email: clinic@vbspca.com
Saturday, September 16th – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Monday, September 18th – 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesday, September 20th – 11:00am to 2:30pm
Wednesday, September 27th – 11:00am to 2:30pm
Saturday, September 30th – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Monday, October 2nd – 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesday, October 4th – 11:00am to 2:30pm
Saturday, October 7th – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Monday, October 9th – 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesday, October 11th – 11:00am to 2:30pm
Saturday, October 14th – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Monday, October 16th – 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesday, October 18th – 11:00am to 2:30pm
Saturday, October 21st – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Monday, October 23rd – 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesday, October 25th – 11:00am to 2:30pm
Saturday, October 28th – 9:00am to 12:00pm
Monday, October 30th – 1:00pm to 4:00pm
*all above clinics are held at the VBSPCA Clinic at 3040 Holland Road
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Last Updated: May 26, 2022 by vbspcaadmin
VBSPCA Shares Why Black Cats Are Pawsome
One of the most popular symbols of Halloween is the black cat. However, besides being associated with all things spooky, black cats are also connected to bad luck.
“They’re absolutely gorgeous creatures and the fact that we have superstitions about them because of their hair color doesn’t really make any sense,” said Emily, who personally owns three black cats and is the source of endless black cat factoids.
This negative connotation has led to the stigma surrounding black cats and many false superstitions to be spread. Black cats also have a higher rate of mistreatment in the month of October. Education and support are small ways to ensure that every black cat has a good home.
Superstition History:
According to Historic Mysteries, superstitions surrounding black cats began in the Middle Ages. People believed that they were a sign that death would follow and that if one crossed your path it meant bad luck. This quickly spread throughout the region and some cultures still believe it to this day.
Unfortunately, this has also caused black cats to be mistreated and a higher rate of black cat euthanization. But the truth is that black cats are pretty awesome! While adopting any cat is a great thing to do, black cats have a couple of traits that make them extra special.
Black Cat Superpowers:
Researchers at the National Institute of Health discovered that the genetic mutation that causes black fur is in the same family that causes HIV resistance in humans. This gene may help doctors learn more about how to prevent and the deadly disease.
Black cats are also color changers! If they enjoy lounging in the sun and have a tabby stripe gene, black cats can show their stripes and turn a rusty brown color.
Why They Make Great Companions:
The VBSPCA staff also believes that another black cat superpower is being a great companion, and many of us have adopted a house panther into our homes.
“I adopted Frankie three days after I was officially hired on at the VBSPCA,” said staff member Ashley. “I’ve always wanted to rescue a black cat, there seems to be a negative stigma surrounding them when in reality they are the best companions. My husband is active duty military and is gone a lot, so Frankie has saved me by being my antidepressant. Wherever I go, she goes.”
Mabel is another black cat that has made a pawsitive impact in her owner’s life.
“I feel like sometimes black cats don’t stand out when you’re scanning the shelter, but if their personality matches with your family, they can make amazing pets,” said Jessica. “My black cat, Mabel, always tries to take care of any bottle-fed foster kittens we bring home and is so affectionate.”
If you would like to get to know some of our adoptable black cats and maybe adopt one into your home, come visit us at the VBSPCA.
Category: VBSPCA News Tags: black, Black Cats, Cat, fur, stigma
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