Another Successful Spay/Neuter Clinic Means Less Litters and Healthier Pets!  

A rainy day didn't keep the dogs and cats away!  At the free Neuter (and Spay) Norfolk clinic in February, 26 dogs and cats were treated.  These clinics are a partnership with PETA that helps eligible pet families get this important service that helps keeps pets healthier while also reducing pet homelessness by preventing surplus animals . Thank you City of Norfolk, for a generous grant to support this important program.

Click here for details and photos. Our next clinic will be on March 30 at Lambert's Point. 

Thank You Banfield Foundation for Supporting Pet Pantry

We owe a big thank you to the Banfield Foundation for supporting our Pet Pantry. Without their generous $5,000 grant, we would not have been able to provide temporary assistance to area pet owners facing hardship.

Over the past 11 months, we have distributed over 17,000 lbs. of pet food to feed an average of 158 pets per month so at-risk pets could stay in loving homes together with their families. We would like to thank Banfield for their continued support. Click here to find out more about our pet pantry.

Please!  We Need Your Help to Give Piper a Pain-Free Future

Piper was found in a drain pipe, but that's not why she needs extra help. She has a condition that affects her ability to blink, creating painful abrasions on her cornea.  There are medical options to help, but they can be pricey -- even for a tiny kitten.  Please consider making a donation today.  We know you'll be smitten with this kitten when you read her story.

This Is Why We Do It -- Sad Stories Can Change to Happy Endings

Meet Muffin, a sweet dog who came to us with severe medical issues and signs of neglect. Because of your support, Friends was able to help NACC provide medical care, a loving foster home, and best of all a future forever home. Click here to read Muffin's story and learn how you can help make a difference for pets like Muffin.

Happy Tail: Friendship at First Sight

In this Happy Tail, Kitty Leo picked out his adopter!  Lada brought him home where he found his BFF, resident cat Hector.  With the advice of the amazing NACC staff, Lada created a positive introduction and now the dynamic duo share toys, food and the perfect perch on a sunny window sill. Read their Happy Tail story.

Happy Tail: A Happy and Contented Bunny

Asher is a recent NACC alum who is taking over his new home with lots of love.  His new "mama" says that every day his list of favorite things gets longer... but getting gentle pats and tasty treats always make the top of the list!  Check out Asher's Happy Tail.

2015 Annual Report

We have our fingers in a lot of pies -- so check out our pie chart and 2015 Annual Report to discover what Friends accomplished last year.

A truly happy ending for our former "Cat in a Box," whose story was featured on WAVY TV earlier this month. Though she's a bit drowsy after being spayed today, this little kitten met her finder and proud new owner with her typical enthusiastic purr. New kitty-mom, Lisa, not only provided this very special kitty with a fabulous future, but on the day she picked up her new furry friend, she paid for the adoptions of everyone brining home a fine feline!  Lisa, you are our hero for your generosity and heart.  

Thanks to WAVY TV 10 for covering this story of an innocent kitten left abandoned without hope of escape, and to our eagle-eyed Good Samaritan citizens for coming to her rescue. It helped us spread the word that cruelty isn't cool. In case you missed the original story, here's the link: http://wavy.com/…/norfolk-woman-finds-cat-sealed-inside-ca…/

Shelter Kitten Inspires Local Artist

Great partnerships are often inspired by a shared passion and for local artist, Myke Irving, and Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) that passion is animals. Irving approached Friends with the idea of doing a benefit painting for Norfolk’s largest animal shelter.  The finished work captures a tender moment between a dog and cat.  To learn more about the inspiration and how you can order copies to benefit NACC, click here.