Stafford County SPCA · No-kill animal rescue
Every animal deserves a forever home.
We’re a nonprofit, no-kill rescue in Stafford, Virginia. We get no government funding. Every dog and cat we save is thanks to people like you.
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit
- 100% community funded
- Cage-free cat rooms
Visits by appointmentCall (540) 657-7387 to schedule a meet & greet.
Get involved
Three ways to change a life
Whether you have a home, an hour or a few dollars to share, there’s a way to help an animal today.
Adopt
Find your new best friend. Browse our adoptable dogs and cats, apply online, and we’ll set up a meet & greet.
Donate
100% of our budget comes from our community. Every gift, big or small, pays for food, shelter and vet care.
Volunteer
Walk dogs, socialize cats, take photos, mow the lawn or help at events. We’d love to have you on the team.
Waiting for you
Meet our adoptable pets
These are the animals ready for a family right now. Browse their photos and stories, then start an application.
Our adoptable pets are on Petfinder
See photos, personalities and up-to-date availability for every dog and cat waiting for a home.
How adoption works
From hello to forever home
We match every animal carefully, so each one goes to a safe, loving, lifetime home.
View our pets
Browse our adoptable dogs and cats on Petfinder.
Apply
Fill out our adoption application, online or on paper.
Meet & greet
Meet your match at the shelter or foster home.
Home visit
We make sure your home is a safe, happy fit.
Follow-up
A vet checkup within 30 days of adoption.
Why your support matters
100% community funded
We get no state, county or federal funding, and no money from national animal welfare groups. Every meal, vaccine and vet visit is paid for by local donors, volunteers and our own fundraisers.
10+
acres of shelter grounds & trails
3+
walks a day for every dog
0
cages. Cats roam in communal rooms.
10k+
neighbors following along online
More ways to help
Every kind of help counts
Shelter wish list
Food, litter, toys and cleaning supplies we use every single day.
Angel Trees
Our biggest holiday supply drive. Pick an ornament and grant a wish.
Group projects
Scouts, teams and families: plan a work day that makes a real difference.
Need help with a pet?
We’re here for you, too
Lost or found a pet?
Step-by-step guides and report forms to get pets home fast.
Rehoming a pet
What to know before surrendering, and how our process works.
Pet resources
Local vets, low-cost care, trainers, boarding, groomers and rescues.
Contact us
Call (540) 657-7387 or email us. Shelter visits are by appointment.