We Were Adopted! August 18th – August 24th.

Posted on August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 by Sydnee Tran

We ended Clear the Shelters month on a bang with 52 adoptions this week!!

One adoption we are so excited to share, is Coca Cola’s!! Coca Cola came to us in February earlier this year after he was transferred from another facility. Before that he was a lost cat and in such close quarters with so many new people he was scared. It was a while before he came around but with some treats and a slow hand he eventually started opening up. He loves playing on and in his cardboard box, playing with toys, and even getting his cheeks rubbed!! We were so proud to see his progress and knew that he’d open up even more in a home.

This weekend during the final week of Clear the Shelters, someone came in and fell in love with Coca Cola!! We are so excited to see where life takes these two and hope that Coca Cola opens up that much more in his new amazing home. Thank you for rescuing Coca Cola, and thank you Bank of the James for being this month’s sponsors.

Pets that were adopted this week!

Cats that were adopted:

Amelia, Austin, Bella Swan, Berry, Bunches, Butterfly, Coca Cola, Emily, Francis, French Toast, Grits, Kenan, Kiki, Lemon Ricotta, Marcus, Mauricio, Maxine, Mayfly, Moth, Muffy, Noble, Nyx, Oats, Perrier, Petey, Punch, Raisin, Rosie, Simon, Sonny, Sprinkle, Sumi, Takis, Thistle, Uni, Wildcard.

Dogs that were adopted:

Buddy, Chocolate, Chunk, Circus Peanut, Edith, Gentry, Ginger, Jim Bob, Lola, Matcha, Party Hat, Pepper, Reign, Snowy, Teeter, Toasty.

We Were Adopted! August 11th – August 17th.

Posted on August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by Sydnee Tran

Don’t let fears of illness keep you from adopting the pet of your dreams.

We are so proud to share that long stay Nala, finally found a home after waiting for approximately 2 years!! Nala was a 7 year old, beautiful, gentle girl. When she first came to us, she was actually at another facility, she desperately needed a dental, and she had FIV. This, combined with the stress of moving around, she was shy and didn’t get much adoption interest. It took us a while to figure out her dental issues, but eventually we were able to remove the affected teeth, which happened to be all of them! Slowly, she started to feel better and look better. But, she still had FIV. And as the years went by and she became more brave and even affectionate, she still had FIV, and our customer’s fears kept them from taking that step with her. She was lucky to spend time in a foster home, but had to eventually come back to the Center.

When adopters hear feline immunodeficiency virus, it is understandable if their first reflex is fear. FIV makes it harder for cats to fight off illness it does NOT create sickness. This just means they need a little extra help if/when they ever do get sick. If the cat is given quality care and lives in a clean indoor environment with regular vaccines, they will live a long and fulfilling life. FIV is also not easily passed from one cat to another. It can only be spread through deep bite wounds, and it is not contagious to people or other species. So cats like Nala, who have a positive history with other cats, would not be at risk of spreading! For years, people didn’t think they could adopt Nala, for the fear that they could not handle the combination of her FIV and her susceptibility to stomatitis flare-ups.

Until one day, a sweet customer looking to adopt a cat, came through our doors. Her heart ached for Nala. Not only did she refuse let her FIV keep her from adopting, but she embraced it, knowing it was something that could be managed. Thank you so so much to Nala’s new mom for adopting, it means so much to us, and we know it means the world for Nala!!

Our sponsors at Bank of the James also deserve a shoutout for being this month’s sponsors!

Pets that were adopted this week!

Cats that were adopted:

Aire, Boss Man, Bubly, Buttons, Chicken Noodle, Eggs Benedict, Haze, Hungry Hippo, Joy, Katara, Katz, Kel, Kili, Lindsey, Little, Panther, Misha, Nala, Orbit, Splash, Storm, Tootsie.

Dogs that were adopted:

Benny, Biscoff, Callie, Gerald, Ginger, Ginger Spice, Izzy, Jocelyn, Lilo, Robbie, Saint, Stella.

Small pets adopted:

Lemon, Orange.

We Were Adopted! August 4th – August 10th.

Posted on August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 by Ashley Douglas

Marley found happiness!

Many of you had probably seen our previous posts about Marley, but if you hadn’t, Marley came to us with her sister that she had shared her entire life with and unfortunately, Marley’s sweet sister passed away not long after arriving. So not only did Marley lose her home at 12 years old, but she also lost her best friend.

Marley had been a little down in the dumps as you can imagine, and our staff made sure to do everything they could to make her feel loved while being with us. We took her on a trip to Kline’s to get a pup cup. She got to take a trip to the news to be a featured pet on Living in the heart of Virginia. Marley even got to have a senior photoshoot, all while waiting on her new home.

Little did we know, her now mom had been looking for a senior pup. She had been coming in for a couple weeks just trying to find the right fit, and the moment she locked eyes with Marley she knew she was the one. She asked the staff about her and the next day she came in to adopt during our Sun’s Out Tongue’s Out adoption special! We are so happy for Marley and her new mom and can’t wait to hear updates on their journey together.

Thank you so much to everyone who adopted this past week and thank you Bank of the James for being this month’s sponsor! Check out who else found happiness below!

Pets that were adopted!

Cats that were adopted:

Achilles, Alfredo, Babs, Bacchus, Beatrice, Beetroot, Bolognese, Brittany, Broccoli Cheddar, Bronx, Bubbles, Cape, Carla, Cheddar, Chicken Noodle, Clark, Clownfish, Crookshanks, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Dora, Eenie Meenie, Ella, Francis, Frodo, Gabbro, Grace, Honey, Jackie, Jamie, John West, Jukebox, Jules, Kay Kay, Kenny, Kiki, Korra, Lorraine, Lupita, Mama Rose, Marfa, Mary, Mask, Minestrone, Money Mo, Momo, Moscow, Muffy, Myra, Noir, Noodles, Oats, Paul Francis, Percy, Pluto, Presley, Provolone, Prune, Ragu, Sable, Severus Snape, Shawn, Simba, Spencer Reid, Spicy McChicken, Spike Ball, Spots, Squid, Stefano, Storm, Swiss, Toph, and Venus.

Dogs that were adopted:

Acrobat, Beano, Bubble, Colorado, Edie, Iris, Lovebug, Marley, Nova, Pippy, Pirate, Primrose, Rosco, Snowy, Spike, William, Willow, and Zorrino.

We Were Adopted! July 28th – August 3rd.

Posted on August 5, 2025August 5, 2025 by Sydnee Tran

Our sweet boy Duncan went home!!

This weekend was our first fee-waived cat special of the year, and it was more successful that we could have hoped for!! Not only did 43 pets get adopted in three days, but Duncan, our sweet long stay senior finally found a home!!

If you’ve never seen his story, Duncan is a sweet senior with some tummy issues. He is approximately 12 years old and has been with us for far too long. When he was first surrendered to us his owner could no longer care for him. Since then, he’s come such a long way and has had multiple wonderful fosters who have given him safe haven as we looked for the best way to manage his tummy problem. But he’s never had adoption interest. He’s always been a favorite among our staff so this weekend when a family came in to meet him our hearts exploded into pieces!!

We know he’s meowing at his new people when they come home as we speak, and making all sorts of biscuits!!

Every adoption is a second chance, and this week was full of them. We want to keep the momentum going!! This week we will be holding TWO adoption specials. One for cats and kittens, fees are waived today 8/5 and tomorrow 8/6, and one for dogs, stay tuned for more details.

Thank you so much to everyone who adopted this weekend, and thank you Bank of the James for being this month’s sponsor!

Pets that were adopted!

Cats that were adopted:

Alexander, Almond, Bobby, Bug, Carbonara, Cats-topher, Charlotte, Cinder, Crookshanks, Derek Morgan, Desdemona, Didi, Dimera, Duncan, Feldspar, Ginger, Harp, Hopper, Hotch, Isaac, JJ, Jukebox, King Fisher, La Croix, Lark, Libra, Lionfish, Locutus, Loon, Loraine, Lulu, Milo, Misty Leigh, Mr. Hat, Nova, Picard, Polie, Pookie, Rainbow, Ruby, Sipsie, Sirius Black, Squirt, Violet.

Dogs that were adopted:

Boo, Bruce, Cannoli, Jeremy, Maelie, Maverick, Short Stack, Stella, Sugar, Titus, Winona.

Press Release: Lynchburg Humane Society begins construction of a new regional veterinary clinic offering affordable care.

Posted on July 31, 2025May 11, 2026 by Claire LeFew

(July 31, 2025)— Lynchburg Humane Society is excited to share that they have started construction on their new regional veterinary clinic, offering affordable care. A ground-breaking ceremony is planned for the fall, in cooler weather. The construction company that was awarded the bid for this project is Coleman-Adams Construction, and the architect is Dominion 7 (who also designed the current Center for Pets). The current fundraising total for the project is $4.6 million, with a total goal of $7.5 million needed for the project.

This regional veterinary clinic will offer low-cost, quality care that will serve as a lifeline for pets and their owners in need. The clinic will be located next to the Center for Pets animal shelter at 1211 Old Graves Mill Road. The new clinic will also house the Spay/Neuter Clinic operations, which are currently located in Evington. The current Spay/Neuter clinic serves 20+ localities in Central Virginia.

The development of the new regional veterinary clinic represents a meaningful step forward in expanding accessible animal healthcare, with careful coordination between construction teams, architects, and supporters ensuring that each phase of the project aligns with long-term service goals. As the structure takes shape, attention naturally extends beyond the visible clinical and operational areas to the underlying build quality that will support years of continuous use, especially in spaces designed for equipment storage, medical supplies, and essential utilities that require a controlled and protected environment.

In projects of this nature, durability and moisture protection become critical considerations during the construction process, since maintaining a stable internal environment directly contributes to the safety and efficiency of care delivery, and solutions such as Better Basements and Waterproofing are often associated with reinforcing below-grade areas to help safeguard the facility’s foundation against water intrusion and long-term structural stress, ensuring that the clinic remains resilient, functional, and dependable as it serves a wide community of animals and pet owners.

“This is an exciting time for LHS, pets, and the people who love them! Our new low-cost regional veterinary clinic will benefit not only Lynchburg and our organization but also address the overpopulation of pets, alleviate overcrowding in animal shelters in our surrounding counties, and keep pets with their families where they belong,” said Jill Mollohan, Executive Director. “We still have fundraising to do to reach our goal, but we are confident that our community will come through for this vital project, which will significantly benefit both people and pets, and ultimately improve our city and surrounding areas, and allow us to save more animals in our no-kill shelter.”

For pet owners, especially those managing multiple animals or living in rural areas, knowing that quality medical support is available nearby brings peace of mind. These efforts strengthen the bond between people and their pets by ensuring animals receive timely care, early intervention, and long-term support that helps them live healthier, happier lives.

Beyond medical care, responsible pet ownership also includes safety and awareness when animals are outdoors or working alongside their owners. As pets venture beyond the home, whether during training, recreation, or field activities, technology has become an important tool in keeping them protected and accounted for. Solutions like Garmin Alpha naturally fit into this broader commitment to pet well-being, allowing owners to monitor location and movement with confidence. When combined with accessible veterinary services, these tools reflect a growing, holistic approach to animal care that prioritizes health, safety, and the enduring connection between pets and the people who depend on them.

The Lynchburg Humane Society needs the support of our community to make this crucial project a reality. Anyone interested in getting involved or finding out more information can visit www.LHSvetclinic.org to donate or stay up-to-date on their social media pages. Donations to the Capital Campaign may be pledged over four years. Stock donations and IRA distributions are welcome.

Find out more about the Clinic Project here!