We Were Adopted!! March 28th – April 3rd.

Posted on April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 by Ashley Douglas

longest stay Connie found her match along with 25 other pets this week!

This beautiful calico loaf is Connie

Many of you may recognize Connie from our Cat Condos. Not too long ago we decided Connie needed a change of scenery, away from the hustle and bustle of shelter life. Our Executive Director, Jill, was kind enough to open up her office as a relaxing sanctuary for Connie and she started feeling more like herself! After just a few short days Connie started purring, making lots of biscuits, sunbathing, and enjoying the view from her new work desk.

Connie was our longest-stay resident, and in overwhelming environments, Connie was known for being shy and reserved. But we learned from her previous fosters and more recently Jill, that Connie is just as social as any other cat! She loves people-watching, chasing lasers, and even rolling around in cat nip! Connie is the type of girl who will sleep all day and enjoy her food as a midnight snack.

Connie went into foster care with potential adopters, and we all crossed our fingers and waited to find out if it was going to be a match, and we finally got the email that they wanted to officially make her part of their family! They love her so much and even said that she has made friends with their other cat. We are so happy for her and her new family.

We want to say thank you to Lynchburg Jewelry and Loan for sponsoring Connie’s adoption fee and thank you to Petco Love for making adoptions like this possible!

Pets that were adopted March 28th through April 3rd.

Cats that were adopted:

Adonis, Arie, Brooke, Cheyenne, Connie, Helen of Troy, Manny, Myrtle, Pumpkin, Ru, Stripe, Tamagotchi, and Thor.

Dogs that were adopted:

Amara, Annie Oakley, Bandit, Bronco, Caesar, Christine, Coop, Davy Crockett, Money, Prairie, Rouge, Ruby Rose, and Sequoia.

Did you know? How Important Volunteers are at LHS.

Posted on March 28, 2023March 28, 2023 by Claire LeFew

Author: Events and Volunteer Coordinator, Ashley Douglas

How do volunteers help at the Lynchburg Humane Society?

Volunteers play an important role in the day to day here at the Center for Pets. They help out each department with small tasks that make a big difference. It is a huge weight lifted off of staff knowing we have volunteers to support us in caring for the pets. Just last year our volunteers donated over 7,200 hours to help us at the Center for Pets and Spay Neuter Clinic.

What can an animal shelter volunteer help with?

There’s a long list of things that a volunteer can do to make a difference! For example volunteers can help our Pet Care team with keeping things neat and organized. Whether that be with helping with morning cleaning, or pitching in in our laundry room.

Volunteers are also able to help out our Foster team and our Medical/Clinic teams! During kitten season our Foster and Medical team can always use the extra hands in making sure those little ones are getting weighed daily while waiting to go into foster care.

Other departments that are always happy to have the volunteer help are; Administration, Adoptions, and Pet Help.

Need some pet love? Volunteers get to spend time with our furry friends as well! We have cat socialization as well as a dog walking program! Get all the cuddles in from the four legged friends while also providing them with enrichment activities.

How do you get involved volunteering at the Lynchburg Humane Society?

Anyone interested in volunteering can apply here. There are three different types of volunteers, make sure to pick the one that best applies to you. You can also email [email protected] with any volunteer questions.

We Were Adopted!! March 21st- March 27th.

Posted on March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 by Ashley Douglas

We said farewell to Lieutenant Dan and 36 other Pets this week!

If you follow us on social media, you probably saw Lieutenant Dan and his adoption video. (If you don’t, check us out!) Happy boy Lieutenant Dan found his match this weekend, and we couldn’t be more excited for this senior pup.

Lieutenant Dan came to us back in January with a few medical concerns, but just a couple days in the hands of our medical team, he was up and ready for adoption in no time! His favorite thing while being here at the Center was going on long strolls with his staff buddies, and we are so happy that he now gets to go on walks with his new family!

We want to say thank you to his adopters, as well as Haley Campbell who sponsored Lt. Dan’s adoption fee, as we as Petco Love for making adoptions like this possible!

Pets that were adopted March 21st-27th!

Cats that were adopted:

Adzuki, Arlo, Choc, Crash, Earl, Fava, Grace, Griffin, Kingsley, Lentil, Lil Miss, Lima, Link, Lucina, Mum, Oriana, Paka, Pickles, Pinto, Princeton, Sarah, Sriracha, Thomas, and Zelda.

Dogs that were adopted:

Ace, Boots, Carlotta, Christine, Cooper, Elora, Fiona, French Fry, Lt. Dan, Meg, Outlaw, Petrie, and Sansa Stark.

Did you know? What a microchip is and why they are so important.

Posted on March 21, 2023February 28, 2025 by Claire LeFew

Author: Medical Manager, Becca Erdle

What is a pet microchip?

A microchip is a tiny piece of technology that carries a unique identification number. It is about the size of a grain of rice and is implanted with a needle under a pet’s skin, permanently. Each chip is registered with an online database where owners link their contact information as well as their pet’s attributes.

Why should I microchip my dog or cat?

When a lost pet is found, it can be taken to a veterinary office or animal shelter where the pet’s body is scanned for a microchip. When one is present, the number appears on the scanner and is searched within the online database. The provided contact information is then used to reunite the pet with its owner! Having your pet microchipped greatly increases the chances of relocating them if ever lost. Keep in mind that every LHS pet receives a microchip prior to adoption, so join us! Microchipping allows our community to boost the likelihood of reunification between lost pets and their families.

How do I get my pet microchipped?

Most veterinary offices offer microchipping services and so does the Lynchburg Humane Society! The procedure is quick and provides peace of mind knowing your pet has a permanent form of identification. You can make your microchip appointment at our clinic here.

Once your pet has a microchip, remember to update your contact information regularly. Without up-to-date contact information, a microchip cannot serve its vital purpose.

As added protection, you can register your pet with Petco Love Lost! Petco Love Lost uses pet facial recognition software to match lost pet photos with found pet photos to reunite pets with their families nation wide. Sign up for free on their website.

We Were Adopted!! March 14th – March 20th.

Posted on March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 by Ashley Douglas

32 Pets Found Happiness this week! Including our best boy Denver!

Denver was transferred to the Center for Pets back in June of 2022. With his dashing good looks and charming personality, he quickly stole the hearts of many of our staff members.

Though he had many staff buddies who loved him, Denver patiently waited for someone to come and take him home and that finally happened this week! We are so excited for Denver and his new family.

Thank you to the generous person who sponsored Denver’s adoption fee and to Petco Love for making adoptions like this possible!

Pets that were adopted March 14th-20th.

Cats that were adopted:

Bonnie, Butterball, Casey, Elizabeth Swann, Gardenia, Grape, Kiwi, Kosmo, Lars, London, Lucy, Opal, Sally, Sammy, Seashell, Sookie, Stormy, Texas Pete, Tom Tom, and Whoopsie

Dogs that were adopted:

Ascent, Betsy, Boyd, Denver – ATL, Harper Violet, Icelyn, Moonpie, Pancake, Sam, Spork, Squirtle, and Walter