On Friday, PETA concluded a weeklong relief effort in and around Galax, Virginia, where over 250 dogs and cats were spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped through a collaboration with the Twin County Humane Society. In addition to addressing the overpopulation crisis, PETA fieldworkers improved the living conditions for numerous "backyard dogs" by providing upgraded doghouses, flea and tick medications, toys, collars, lighter tie-outs, and grooming services.
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Ten dogs, previously kept outside, are now sheltered indoors in Norfolk, Virginia, and PETA is urgently seeking adopters for them. Among the dogs available for adoption is Ursa, a 3-year-old Great Pyrenees who enjoys walks and cuddling. Her 12-week-old puppy, Sunny, has enjoyed his first bath and is ready for a home.
Pitzi, a 2-year-old Chihuahua, was rescued from neglect and has since developed a love for cuddles and toys. Baylor, a 10-month-old Catahoula/Great Dane mix, and Lexi, an 18-month-old shepherd mix, are both excited to experience life beyond being tethered outside.
Other dogs include Levi, a 3-month-old mixed-breed requiring an experienced owner and a child-free home; Rachelle and Bee, two small dogs abandoned at a gas station; and Missy, a 3-year-old Australian shepherd/collie mix who wishes for an indoor home after being spayed by PETA.
Boopsie, a puggle who was once tethered outside, is also among those needing a loving home. PETA is encouraging anyone on the East Coast interested in adopting or fostering these dogs to reach out via email. All dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, dewormed, and vaccinated before adoption.
Prospective adopters will need to undergo a home visit and pay a $150 adoption fee. For more information, interested individuals can contact PETA’s adoption coordinator.