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John Wallace | In Service to the VBSPCA for 10+ Years

For more than a decade, John Wallace has served on the Virginia Beach SPCA Board of Directors. However, his ties to the organization date back much further. “I have been familiar with the VBSPCA most of my life… Read More

Happy Tails | Tonka

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Tonka arrived in December 2020 when… Read More

Jan Fine | In Service to the VBSPCA for 15+ Years

Jan Fine is a very familiar face at the Virginia Beach SPCA. For more than 15 years, she has served on the VBSPCA Board of Directors. When asked why she is so devoted to the organization, she simply… Read More

Happy Tails | Shadow

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Shadow arrived in November 2020 when… Read More

Pet Companionship | Health Benefits & Healing Power

Ask any pet owner, and they’ll tell you that their furry friend is an important part of their life. In fact, research has shown that having an animal companion is not only enjoyable – pets can actually help… Read More

Happy Tails | Peabody

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Peabody came to the VBSPCA in… Read More

Dog Bite Prevention | Recognize The Warning Signs

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States each year, and more than 800,000 seek medical attention for dog bites. Common reasons for a… Read More

Ashley Knepper | In Service to the VBSPCA since 2019

Ashley Knepper first joined the VBSPCA Board of Directors in October 2019. “I was drawn to join the VBSPCA for three primary reasons,” Knepper says. “My love for animals, [CEO] Derby Brackett’s leadership style, and how actively I… Read More

Happy Tails | Bella

Every single animal that comes through our shelter has a story. Some are complex, many are sad, but all of them get better the minute they arrive at the Virginia Beach SPCA. Bella came to the VBSPCA in… Read More

Separation Anxiety | How To Help Pets Cope

While the COVID-19 pandemic brought a multitude of challenges for humans, many pets benefitted from the changes to all of our lives. With the rise of teleworking, virtual learning, and a lack of social engagements and travel plans,… Read More