RACC receives animals from individuals who are no longer able to care for their pets as well as animals that are lost or abandoned. We are looking for people who are willing to provide permanent, loving homes for these animals. All animals that are available for adoption have passed an evaluation based on their known history, health and temperament. Animals remain available at our shelter as long as their good health and behavior continue. There is no time limit for how long an animal may remain on our adoption floors. You are welcome to visit the shelter any time during regular adoption hours to view the animals that are available for adoption. We have more than 100 animals available for adoption on any given day. are put in the adoption areas daily. If you are looking for a particular type or breed of animal, please check this website frequently. Once you have found an animal that you are interested in adopting, contact a volunteer

or staff person about visiting with the pet. RACC has private visitation rooms where you and the animal can get acquainted. To ensure the pet chosen is compatible with everyone, all household/family members should interact with the animal before theRACC does require you to bring in any dogs you currently own if you are adopting an adult dog from us. We have trained staff that can help make the best match for you and your dog. To begin the adoption process, all adopters must complete an Adoption ApplicationWe use an application and interview process to ensure that each animal adopted will be matched to the most compatible new owner. Our adoption staff will review with you any medical or behavioral information relevant to that animal, explain policies and services available to adopters, and collect adoption fees. that all adoptions and holds must be processed in person at the shelter. The adoption fee for all animals is $100. Adoption fee includes spay or neuter procedure, age-appropriate vaccinations, flea/tick

treatment while in shelter, Heartworm/FIV test, microchip and a packet of valuable discount coupons and special offers! All cats/kittens adoptions include the option for a fee waived adoption. do better in pairs and we encourage the adoption of two cats/kittens for one adoption All City of Richmond residents will be required to purchase city tags for any cat or dog during adoption for a fee of $10 per pet. Our adoption center is open Wednesday through Friday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. ,Good Running Shoes Walmart Saturday 12 noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 noon to 4 p.m. ;Home Depot Tub Surround With Window Closed Monday and Tuesday.Appliance Repair Inventory Click here for directions to our center.dedicated to all dogs pursuing their forever homes

We rescue dogs from kill-shelters just before their time is up. Please help us continue our mission, by fostering, volunteering and/or donating money or time.Generous donations of the following items keep the Richmond SPCA going and are essential to the health and happiness of our four-legged friends. Please see a complete list of needed items below. Looking to donate a car? Want to host your own pet supplies drive? Thank you for your generosity! Donations may be brought to our front desk at 2519 Hermitage Road Mondays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Tuesday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., Saturday between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Sunday between Noon and 5 p.m. Due to limited resources and time we are generally not able to pick up donations. Richmond SPCA Amazon Wish List (Purchase from this list and 15% will be donated back to the Richmond SPCA!) Want to host your own pet supplies drive? Dog treats (other than food logs) Small, shallow cardboard boxes or box tops that can be used as litter boxes

Six-foot dog leashes (no flexi/retractable leashes) Non-clay cat litter (e.g. Yesterday's News or Feline Pine) Gerber Blue label baby food (chicken and turkey only) Kitten toys without feathers Martingale dog collars, especially medium/large sizes Foster pet care items (see below) Gift cards for any of the following: Petco, Martins, Kroger, AC Moore, Michael's, fabric stores or office supply stores Tough toys, especially Kongs, squeaky toys, puzzle balls and tug ropes Puzzle toys, especially Premier Busy Buddy Twist-n-Treat, Premier Tug-a-Jug, Triple Crown Everlasting Fun Ball, Canine Genius Leo Dog Toy, Buster Food Cube, and Kongs (available in our gift shop and online) Enrichment toys for cats including the Egg-Cersizer, Fishbowl, PetSafe Slim Cat Cat scratchers for doors Cat treats (moist treats are preferred) Softouch Concepts SENSE-ible harnesses (size M/L and L especially needed). Available in our gift shop or online.

Petsafe easy Walk harnesses Comfort Zone with Feliway for cats or Comfort Zone with D.A.P (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) for dogs wall plug-ins and sprays Patented Kuranda Dog and Cat Beds - if you would like to donate a bed to our pets, please click here. Food logs (Pet Botanics, Rollover, Windsor Castle or Natural Balance brands) PetSafe rawhide rings in size “C” (regular and extra thick) Marrow bones (stuffed or unstuffed) Cat litter (non-clay cat litter - e.g. Yesterday's News or Feline Pine) Kitten size food and water bowls Gerber Blue Label baby food (chicken or turkey only) Snuggle Safes (heated discs and covers used for infant puppies and kittens) Purina or Pedigree Puppy Chow Scratching posts or toys for cats, including laser cat toys PetSafe Train N' Praise Treat Dispenser Science Diet Wet Kitten Food Science Diet Wet Puppy Food Science Diet Puppy Dry Food Kitten and puppy bottle/nursing kits

KMR (milk replacer food supplement for kittens) Digital kitchen scale (bowl preferred for weighing kittens) Pet carriers (especially small and medium sizes) Collapsible dog crates (especially medium and large sizes) Rescue Remedy for pets Clorox or Lysol wipes Ziplock bags (sandwich, quart and freezer size) Hot dogs (used for dog training) Cheese (used for dog training) Cheese whiz (spray can. Peanut butter squeeze bottles needed as well) Gift cards to Office Max or Office Depot Sharpies (black and colored) Fine point dry and wet erase markers (black) Small and medium binder clips File folders and labels Household supplies store/household items Gift cards to Target, Walmart, Amazon and Visa or American Express gift cards Standard large carabineer clips (3”) Swiffer Wet Jet pad refills Swiffer Duster and Sweeper refills Lint roller and refills Sterile surgical/medical rubber gloves