Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]
On Thursday evenings in the spring and summer, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stays open in the evening for Flowers After 5, and twice a month dogs are welcome to attend for Fidos After 5! It's the perfect time to stroll through the gardens with your dog and enjoy beautiful flowers, beverages, live music, and more. […]
1 - 4 p.m. Shop Made in VA and bring home a new best friend...or two! We will have kittens and cats available for adoption. Bring two feline friends into your family for $222.
Get ready for the purr-fect afternoon outing—mix, mingle, and maybe meet your new feline soulmate! Sip on signature cocktails or mocktails at Virago Spirits all while cuddling with sweet, adorable kittens looking for forever homes. Tickets are $25 per person and include a handcrafted cocktail or mocktail of your choice and a lifesaving donation to support pets at the […]
Join the Richmond SPCA for a full week of fee-waived adoptions for all pets in support of Clear The Shelters, a nationwide adoption initiative. This lifesaving event is made possible by the generosity of the Betty J. Parmer Trust, honoring Betty’s compassion for animals and celebrating the pets who brought joy to her life — […]
Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]
Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]
Wednesday nights at the CarMax Park are for the dogs! Join the fun during Bark in the Park, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and celebrate the perfect combination of baseball and four-legged fun. Throughout the season, fans can enjoy the “Squirrel Chaser” specialty Tito’s cocktail, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the pets in our […]
On Thursday evenings in the spring and summer, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stays open in the evening for Flowers After 5, and twice a month dogs are welcome to attend for Fidos After 5! It's the perfect time to stroll through the gardens with your dog and enjoy beautiful flowers, beverages, live music, and more. […]
Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]
Our Adoption Center is OPEN on Labor Day. Come see us and find your new best friend! Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital, Smoky’s Spay & Neuter Clinic and School for Dogs are closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Even with the best care and a devoted staff, no shelter can replace a loving home. Waiting to find a family can take its toll on even the most resilient pet. Right now, the Richmond SPCA has more than 60 dogs waiting for a family, and new homeless dogs arrive at our center every day. […]
Wednesday nights at the CarMax Park are for the dogs! Join the fun during Bark in the Park, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and celebrate the perfect combination of baseball and four-legged fun. Throughout the season, fans can enjoy the “Squirrel Chaser” specialty Tito’s cocktail, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the pets in our […]
On Thursday evenings in the spring and summer, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stays open in the evening for Flowers After 5, and twice a month dogs are welcome to attend for Fidos After 5! It's the perfect time to stroll through the gardens with your dog and enjoy beautiful flowers, beverages, live music, and more. […]
Dine out. Do Good. Save Lives. Celebrate RVA's vibrant food and beverage scene – where great food, craft drinks, and your beloved pets come together for a tail-wagging time! You and your furry friends are invited to visit participating locations during Pups, Plates and Pours on September 12 and 13 in support of the Richmond […]
Join us for a special dog-friendly tour of Scott’s Addition, presented in collaboration with the Richmond SPCA! Originally named for General Winfield Scott, this early-20th century commercial and industrial area contains what is perhaps Richmond’s best selection of Art Deco and Moderne commercial architecture. Dig into the history behind this popular Richmond district, now a […]
Honor the legacy of Kat Simons while celebrating her life and the causes that were dearest to her. Friends of Kat Simons is hosting a free celebration featuring live music, pet adoptions, kids activities, food trucks and support of Kat’s favorite charitable organizations. Enjoy performances from Cameron Francis, Not Just 90s Unplugged, featuring Jenna Be, Willie […]
September 18 - October 30, Fridays at 1:00 p.m. (No class October 9) Dogs 6 months and older · 7 weeks, 1 hour · Smoky's Training Center We will concentrate on socialization with people and other dogs as your puppy enters adolescence. We will discuss problem prevention exercises, while also introducing foundational manners and skills. […]
September 19 - October 31, Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. Dogs 6 months and older · 7 weeks, 1 hour · Smoky's Training Center Teach your dog the basic skills needed to succeed in everyday life. Skills covered include sit, down, come, stay and leave it. This class also covers common behavior challenges such as jumping […]
