9 Ways you can Change Lives at The Norfolk SPCA

I knew that the Norfolk SPCA had been around a very long time, my first rescue dog as a child came from the Norfolk SPCA, and that was a looong time ago!  

But did you know they had been around serving our community since 1892?

The Norfolk SPCA needs community support from people like you to provide dogs, cats and small animals, quality veterinary care and new loving homes.

Below are 9 ways you can support the Norfolk SPCA and forever changes the lives of animals and quite possibly, yours!

You can find more information and even MORE ways to give on their Donation Page.

Tribute donations--Make a gift on behalf of a special friend in honor of a special occasion. 

Memorial cards--Donate in memory of a deceased person or pet, and we will send a sympathy card noting your kindness. 

Hope Fund--This special fund ensures that we can provide medical care when a shelter animal needs assistance that our clinics are unable to provide. 

Monthly giving--Sign up to be a monthly contributor.

Corporate support--See if your employer will consider sponsoring an event or program of the Norfolk SPCA or will match your own gifts. 

Major gifts--Would you like to meet with us to discuss a significant level of support? We welcome those conversations. Simply give us a call. 

Earmarked contributions--For gifts of $1,000 or more, we are glad to earmark your donation to support a specific program. 

Grants--If you have a relationship with a foundation, please let us know if we may submit a proposal and invite trustees for a tour.

Workplace giving--You can support us through your local United Way Campaign, Combined Federal Campaign or Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign.

     

You SHOULD hire a Professional Dog Walker in Virginia Beach or Norfolk!

I am often called upon to answer the question "Why should I use a Professional Dog Walker?"  

Let me explain the benefits you and your dog will have when using a Professional Dog Walker:

• Regular exercise will cut down, possible eliminate destructive and or boredom behavior.  Examples: chewing, excessive barking, digging, fence chasing, over eating, licking or chewing on his/herself.
• Regular exercise will prevent possible health issues.
• Having different people in your dogs "domain" will teach him/her how to behave in the correct, polite manner we expect of them in our homes.
• We are Happy to continue training commands that you are teaching your dog.
• Socialization is a MUST for dogs!!  With people and other dogs. They need to learn the proper behavior around everyone and in different situations, i.e. traffic, squirrels, loud noises, greeting strange dogs, greeting multiple dogs at the dog park, etc...repeated exposure with a calm, assertive walker will teach your dog to ignore and not be afraid of situations that could cause harm to them or to you.
• Professional dog walkers are committed to the health and well being of your dog.  They are not a neighbor or family member that could possibly forget or slack off the commitment needed for your dog to be well rounded and happy!!  We receive frantic calls from people who have hired their neighbors to watch their dog....and the neighbors FORGOT!
• This is our JOB!  Not a favor from a friend.
• We are Insured, Licensed and Experienced.
• We are in your neighborhood, we take note of what is going on...we make sure your home is safe and secure.
• We ensure Peace of Mind if you are held up at work, miss your flight, or just need some time away.  We are here for your dogs needs!

Our name says it all.  Happy At Home.  That is our commitment to you.