Richmond SPCA
Our Mission
At the Richmond SPCA, our mission is to provide the education and resources necessary to achieve and sustain a no-kill community. We are dedicated to cultivating a compassionate environment where every animal is saved, protected, and their life enriched.
Our Commitment
For 24 years, we have proudly upheld a no-kill philosophy as a national leader in animal welfare. We believe in courageously advocating for animals and treating both the pets in our care and the people who love them with consistent kindness, honesty, and respect.
Our Care Model
Our work is delivered through a team of professionals operating out of our Robins-Starr Humane Center, the Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital, and our Smoky’s Spay & Neuter Clinic. We provide thorough medical examinations, vaccinations, and spay or neuter procedures for every pet to ensure they are healthy and ready for their next chapter.
Your Partner in Adoption
Choosing to adopt is a life-saving decision, and our expert counselors are here to help you find the perfect match for your home and lifestyle. We offer lifetime support through our free behavior helpline to ensure that you and your new companion thrive together long after you leave our center.
Join Our Mission
We invite you to experience the joy of finding your new best friend today. Whether you choose to browse our available animals online, visit us at 2519 Hermitage Road, or explore our volunteer and foster opportunities, you are helping us build a better community for pets. Start your journey with us today and make a life-saving difference.
- Knowledgeable and kind staff
- High quality veterinary care
- Long wait times for adoption counseling
9/25 - Shelter gets help with seized dogs - The Farmville Herald
Prince Edward County’s animal shelter is expected to return to routine operations Monday, Sept. 28, after the unexpected seizure of 12 dogs
6/12 - History Hounds Explore Scott’s Addition
Join us for a special dog-friendly tour of Scott’s Addition, presented in collaboration with the Richmond SPCA! Originally named for General Winfield Scott, this early-20th century commercial and industrial area […]
6/7 - Kito the Pangolin Finds Safety and Hope After Free State Rescue
Kito is a young male pangolin that was rescued in a sting operation in the Free State. The Virginia SPCA handed him over to JWVH to recover.
6/1 - Petition seeks to regulate pet deposits, monthly fees for renters
Pet owners in Richmond are supporting a national petition to regulate monthly pet fees that renters pay on top of their rent.
5/7 - Richmond SPCA welcomes 19 cats from Georgia amid wildfire relief effort
The Richmond SPCA is lending a helping hand to shelter impacted by two wildfires in southern Georgia.
5/6 - Richmond SPCA adjusts veterinary hospital hours due to staffing shortage
Richmond SPCA adjusts veterinary hours and closes Fridays as it faces hiring challenges amid a nationwide veterinarian shortage.
5/3 - National vet shortage impacting Richmond facilities
40% of Virginia veterinarians who responded to a recent survey said they’re experiencing burnout.
4/23 - Daisy Palooza is coming to Richmond. What's it all about?
Ten percent of Daisy’s sales during Saturday's Daisy Palooza event will be donated to Richmond SPCA.
10/13 - After spending over a month in our care, Cerulean finally found his perfect match last week, but other pets are still waiting for their forever homes. The shelter can be a stressful environment for dogs and cats, but with time, love, and a chance, they can blossom before your eyes and become your new best friend. Change their lives and they might just change yours. Visit us during our open hours to make a difference for a shelter pet. 💙🩵 #adoptrva #shelterpet #adopt #adoptdontshop #petadoption
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