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Richmond SPCA

Animal shelter in Richmond, VA

Vision

To cultivate a community committed to saving, protecting and enriching animal lives



Mission

To provide education and resources to achieve and sustain a no-kill community



Promises

Uphold a no-kill philosophy

Courageously advocate for animals

Compassionately care for pets and people



Values

Respect: We treat animals and people with compassion and kindness.

Inclusion: We embrace diversity and provide equitable access.

Creativity: We are resourceful and find solutions.

Collaboration: We achieve results by working together.

Honesty: We are transparent, truthful and sincere.



The Richmond SPCA is a nonprofit, no-kill humane society in Richmond, Virginia. We are not a part of or related to any other organization with “Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals” or “SPCA” in its name.



Our most recent annual report provides a comprehensive overview of our lifesaving programs and services and financial information.

Contact
Address
2519 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA 23220
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Meet their adoptable pets

2519 Hermitage Road

Richmond, VA 23220

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Richmond SPCA

We'll also keep you updated on Drum's adoption status with email updates.
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Drum

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Dirty Diana's adoption status with email updates.
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Dirty Diana

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Hillary's adoption status with email updates.
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Hillary

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Persimmon's adoption status with email updates.
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Persimmon

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Pochita's adoption status with email updates.
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Pochita

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Mr Kitty's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr Kitty

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Itty Bitty's adoption status with email updates.
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Itty Bitty

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Jamboree's adoption status with email updates.
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Jamboree

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Richmond, VA

Shelter FAQs

The Richmond SPCA's primary service area includes the City of Richmond, Virginia and the surrounding counties of Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and Goochland, though we welcome adopters from all over, regardless of residency.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Submit Application
  • 4. Interview
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Details about our adoption process, fees, discounts and specials can be found on our website.

Adoption application

https://richmondspca.org/how-you-can-help/adopt/#process

Pets at shelters & rescues near Richmond SPCA

Eastern Herding Dog Rescue

Richmond, VA 23226

AHrescue

Richmond, VA 23228

New Hope Rescue

PO Box 412,
Providence Forge, VA 23140

We'll also keep you updated on Crash's adoption status with email updates.
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Crash

Border Collie

Male, 11 mos
Troy, VA
We'll also keep you updated on DA 48 Avery's adoption status with email updates.
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DA 48 Avery

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Glen Allen, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Swifty's adoption status with email updates.
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Swifty

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Petersburg, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Heidi's adoption status with email updates.
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Heidi

Beagle

Female, 9 yrs 7 mos
Williamsburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Mya's adoption status with email updates.
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Mya

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr
Midlothian, VA
We'll also keep you updated on KITTEN DIEGO's adoption status with email updates.
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KITTEN DIEGO

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
richmond, VA

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