Virginia Greyhound Adoption
Po Box 2059 Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553About this shelter
Virginia Greyhound Adoption in Spotsylvania, VA
Virginia Greyhound Adoption (VAGA) is based in Spotsylvania, Virginia, in Spotsylvania County, about 45 miles south of Richmond, and shares the county with three other animal shelters and rescues. VAGA specializes in rescuing and rehoming retired racing greyhounds, and for the past seven years has partnered with GPA-Greater Orlando, renting kennel crates there and covering the full veterinary, food, medication, and transport costs for greyhounds awaiting adoption. The organization notes that transporting each dog to Virginia can cost up to $75, and that veterinary care such as spay/neuter surgery, dental work, and vaccinations often runs $200 to $300 or more per dog, expenses that adoption fees alone do not cover. VAGA operates as a nonprofit, holding a federal tax ID and participating in the Combined Federal Campaign, relying heavily on donations to sustain its rescue work.
At a glance
Shelter details
- County
- Spotsylvania County
- Animals served
- Dogs
Also in the area
Nearby shelters and rescues
Lost Your Cat? Why the Search Is Different Than Losing a Dog
A lost cat almost never runs — it hides, often just a few houses from home. Here is how to search the way that actually finds them...
Read more about lost your cat? why the search is different than losing a dogSHELTER/RESCUE SEARCH
e.g. "Miami FL" or "33168"
Help us get the word out about more shelters and rescues nationwide.
Pets For Adoption
Search all animals available for adoption in your area. Give a dog or cat forever home today.
ADOPT A PET