Category Archives: What’s Happening

Missy is Looking for a Second Chance at Love This Valentine's Day
While some cats are social butterflies, others are a bit more... exclusive. This week, we want to introduce you to Missy, a beautiful 4-year-old girl at Norfolk Animal Care Center who knows exactly wh...
Stephanie Taylor Feb 12, 2026

A Lifeline for Pets: Crisis Boarding in Coastal Virginia
In this episode of Stephanie's Shelter Stories, Stephanie sits down with Nicole Harrig from Chesapeake Humane Society to talk about their Crisis Boarding Program, a lifeline for individuals and famili...
Stephanie Taylor Feb 10, 2026

Meet Eris: A Playful Pittie Ready for Her Forever Home
Eris is a 4-year-old pittie mix with a joyful spirit and a whole lot of love to give. Available for adoption through Bully Advocate and Rescue Collective, Eris is currently being fostered at PetSuites...
Stephanie Taylor Jan 29, 2026

Cold Weather Safety: Protecting People, Pets, and Your Home During Winter Storms
A major winter storm is brewing and could impact millions across the country. As temperatures drop and snow and ice move in, it's important to think ahead - not just about travel and home safety, but ...
Stephanie Taylor Jan 22, 2026

Randy's Story: Why Declawing Hurts and Why Compassion Matters
Meet Randy, a 7-month-old kitten currently available for adoption at Chesapeake Animal Services, who is hoping for a second chance after a difficult start. Randy was surrendered by his owner after bei...
Stephanie Taylor Jan 21, 2026

Meet Viper: A Tuxedo Gentleman Ready for His Forever Home
Meet Viper - a friendly, handsome tuxedo cat who is ready to find his forever family. After being found outdoors, a kind community member reached out to Billy the Kidden Rescue, and that call changed ...
Stephanie Taylor Jan 15, 2026

Where Are They Now? A Shelter Pet Saturday Success Story!
In this episode of Stephanie's Shelter Stories, we catch up with a 2024 Shelter Pet Saturday feature, Jasmine. Now known as Jazzy, she was 14 years old when she arrived at Virginia Beach Animal Care, ...
Stephanie Taylor Jan 15, 2026

How You Can Make a Difference Volunteering at Local Animal Shelters
In this episode of Stephanie's Shelter Stories, we're diving into Volunteering 101 - all the ways you can make a real difference for animals in Hampton Roads. Virginia Beach Animal Services explains t...
Stephanie Taylor Dec 19, 2025

Local Animal Shelters in Critical Need of Foster Homes
In this week's episode, the foster crisis in Hampton Roads takes center stage. I sit down with Norfolk Animal Care Center, which urgently needs foster homes as the shelter undergoes construction, and ...
Stephanie Taylor Nov 24, 2025

Affordable Pet Care in Coastal Virginia: What Every Pet Parent Should Know
In this episode of Stephanie's Shelter Stories, I sit down with the Virginia Beach SPCA and Chesapeake Humane Society to talk about their low-cost veterinary clinics and learn who qualifies for assist...
Stephanie Taylor Nov 13, 2025
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