Chloe the bunny could be the next Rachel Ray
ROANOKE, Va. โ This food-lover could probably whip up a delicious carrot cake. You know... if she had opposable thumbs. Chloe is a snow-white bunny who is on a see-food diet and isnโt picky at all with her treats. In her spare time, she enjoys watching the Food Network and reading the newspaper. If you are interested in adopting Chloe, you can find her at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection.
Let this Rottweiler un-Lock your heart!
ROANOKE, Va. โ This no-drama dog is looking for a home. Lock is a handsome 6-year-old Rottweiler. He arrived at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection as a stray that was not reclaimed by his owner. This pup is heartworm positive, but luckily for him, the Friends of RCACP is sponsoring his treatment. If you are interested in adopting Lock, you can learn more about him here.
Some bunny found a new home!
ROANOKE, Va. โ Congratulations to Chocolate Chip on his new home! This bunny has big ears and an even bigger heart. Chocolate Chip is a 3-month-old brown bunny who loves treats. While they are his favorite things, a close second is making googly eyes at other bunnies at the shelter. If you are interested in adopting Chocolate Chip, you can learn more about him here.
Pita is bread-y to find a home
ROANOKE, Va. โ This Pita wonโt be good with hummus, but she will make your heart feel fala-full. Pita is a 5-year-old pit bull mix who came to the shelter as an unclaimed stray. Despite that, she is a very social pup and would love to come home to another energetic canine friend. Although she is still working on her leash skills, she is eager to learn as long as there are treats involved. If you are interested in adopting Pita, you can find her at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection.
This Shaq isnโt dunking basketballs, but he is tons of fun
RONAOKE, Va. โ This energetic 1-year-old pitbull is looking for a home. Shaq came to the RCACP as an unclaimed stray during the last week of July 2020. He will need someone who is patient and able to give him the attention that he seeks to discipline his puppy energy. Shaq is getting used to being on the leash but he is also incredibly happy to be with people and get good boy treats. Click here to learn more about Shaq.
Grumpy cat turned into resident Romeo
ROANOKE, Va. โ In the Shakespeare world, this cat was a real Claudius but eventually showed his true colors as sweet Romeo. He has been with the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection for about 3 months. When he first arrived at the shelter, 3-year-old Jam was unhappy and vocal of what he didnโt like. But after staff worked with him on a daily basis, his true personality started to show and the crabby attitude left. Soon enough, the staff learned that head bops and kisses are the way to his heart.
Sassy is the best name to describe this flamboyant cat
ROANOKE, Va. โ This raven-haired feline is expressive in her own way. You can make her tail wag happily by embracing her or playing with her favorite toy, a feather wand. The 1-year-old cat is currently in a loving foster home until she finds the right place for her. She has a gentle soul and enjoys being surrounded by other cats. If you are interested in adopting Sassy, you can find her at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection.
Cletus has been adopted!
ROANOKE, Va. โ Cletus found his forever home! With only one eye and hyperthyroidism, this gray tabby needs the right care to help him thrive. As a senior feline, Cletus comes with some baggage, but that does not make him any less worthy of affection. The perfect home for him is with a family who will give him love and security during his golden years. To learn more about Cletus, click here.
โWeโre ready to send these guys homeโ: Clear The Shelters pet adoption event will last throughout August
ROANOKE, Va. โ Clear The Shelters has returned for 2020, and there is more time than ever to find the perfect pet this year. The Roanoke Valley Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and Angels of Assisi are both participating in the event. โEvery adoption makes room for us to help another pet in need,โ said Roanoke Valley SPCA Executive Director Denise Hayes. โI have really high hopes for them and weโre ready to send these guys home,โ said Angels of Assisi adoption director April Saunders. โEvery adoption, while weโre happy for that pet, weโre also happy for the pet that comes behind them because we can save another life.โFor more information on Clear The Shelters, including a complete list of participating shelters in the area, click here.
Kissing booths and pooch smooches: Animal shelters get creative for Valentineโs Day
ROANOKE, Va. โ Studies show most people would rather spend Valentineโs day cuddling with their pets than with their human partners. Several of the shelterโs dogs, which are all up for adoption, stopped by businesses like K92 radio in Roanoke for some cuddles. Money raised from the Valentineโs Day deliveries goes back to the shelter. Meanwhile, a kissing booth was set up Friday afternoon at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection in Roanoke. I think thatโs the biggest thing with shelters, you really just have to do something fun and get the word out there," said Rector.
RCACP needs fosters for dog study
ROANOKE, Va. - Shelter dogs are often the most neglected. That's why the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection is partnering with Virginia Tech in an effort to help them. Over the next three weeks, you can foster a dog to help collect data. RCACP foster coordinator Meghann Cords said the shelter volunteered to be part of the study. "Each day, we're sending out about eight dogs to go on field trips for about two hours," Cords said.
Roanoke shelter reaches capacity for cats, kittens
ROANOKE, Va. - A Roanoke shelter has reached capacity for cats and kittens, and it needs your help. Right now, the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection has 58 cats and kittens in its care, and the shelter has to make space for the animals that are continuously coming in. RCACP is an open-intake shelter, meaning it cannot turn any stray animal away. Officials with the shelter say this puts owner-released animals that are in the vetting process as well as healthy, available cats and kittens at risk in order to make room for the cats RCACP must legally accept. Anyone interested in adopting an animal is asked to visit the shelter at 1510 Baldwin Ave. NE.