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Featured pet photos courtesy of J. Hoefler Photography.
Your next best friend is waiting for you at the Richmond SPCA. Here you will find a few of the many wonderful dogs awaiting your visit at the Robins-Starr Humane Center. For additional details about one of the featured dogs, please e-mail adoption1@richmondspca.org or call 804-521-1307. We’re grateful to have found our perfect match: Richmond-area Wendy’s restaurants, proud sponsors of the Richmond SPCA’s Adoption Programs. Special thanks to photographers Rich Terrell, J. Hoefler, and Ron Leone, who generously donate their time to photograph pets awaiting homes in our shelter.
PURPLE DOGS: Is a purple cat right for you? Take the Meet Your Match survey to find out!
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ORANGE DOGS: Is an orange dog right for you? Take the Meet Your Match survey to find out!
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Hi, I'm Vincent! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: hound mix Gender: neutered male Age: 2 years Weight: 81 lbs Have you been looking for a sweet-natured companion with lots of personality? Vincent is your match! He is an energetic, goofy dog who doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He had a rough past. When he came to the Richmond SPCA he had untreated allergies that left him with no hair and his left ear had been surgically removed. He now looks amazing and is ready to be loved and spoiled like he's always dreamed of. Do you have room in your heart and home for this very special boy? |
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Hi, I'm Jedediah! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: Labrador and Chow mix Gender: neutered male Age: 4 years Weight: 49 lbs. Jedediah is a happy and handsome canine who loves to play with squeeky toys. He's looking for a best friend who he can share his fun and love with. If you're looking for a great buddy to take long walks with and curl up in front of the fire with you at the end of the day, you should ask to meet Jedediah today! |

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Hi, I'm Shaquille! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: Labrador and pit bull mix Gender: neutered male Age: 4 years Weight: 50 lbs. "I am a calm and inquisitive boy who loves to go on long walks. I am very playful, I especially love tennis balls. I already know sit, but I would love to learn new tricks. Take your time getting to know me, and I'll be your loyal companion for life!" |
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Hi, I'm Minnie! Canine-ality: Wallflower Breed: shepherd mix Gender: spayed female Age: 2 years Weight: 61 lbs Minnie is a sweet and social girl who is looking for her forever home. She loves meeting new people and she politely greets everyone she passes. She is very intelligent and loves to play! |
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Hi, I'm Cadence! Canine-ality: Wallflower Breed: chow mix Gender: spayed female Age: 1 year Weight: 40 lbs. "You can tell by looking at my cool tongue that I'm a chow mix. I'm Cadence and I'm hanging out here at the Richmond SPCA waiting for you to come by and visit. I love most dogs and would prefer a home without cats, if that describes your home then I bet we'd be the perfect fit. |
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Hi, I'm Ruth! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: labrador retriever mix Gender: spayed female Age: 5 years Weight: 62 lbs. |
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Hi, I'm Delores! Canine-ality: Goofball Breed: pit bull mix Gender: spayed female Age: 2 years Weight: 40 lbs. |
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Hi, I'm Caymus! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: coonhound walker mix Gender: neutered male Age: 5 years Caymus is a very friendly, happy boy who would rather cuddle up next to you than play with his toys! He is great with other dogs but can`t go home with cats. He already knows how to sit but he'd like to learn some new things... will you teach him? Ask to meet Caymus today... you might just fall in love!
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Hi, I'm Lucas! Canine-ality: Goofball Breed: Anatolian shepherd mix Gender: neutered male Age: 2 years Weight: 66 lbs Lucas is looking for a home where he can have all the attention. A home free of kids, cats or dogs where he can run the show and have parents who will play with him to help him get out all of his energy. Come sit with lucas to see if he's a match for you. |
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Hi, I'm Hugo! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: curly coated retrever mix Gender: neutered male Age: 2 year Weight: 77 lbs. |
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Hi, I'm Edna! Canine-ality: Goofball Breed: hound mix Gender: neutered male Age: 7 years Weight: 64 lbs. Edna would make a great family dog. She might not like the independent nature of cats, but her calm tempermant makes her great for someone looking to add to the family. She'll be happy if you come and visit with her. |
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Hi, I'm Tom! Canine-ality: Wallflower Breed: shepherd mix Gender: neutered male Age: 11 years Weight: 50.40 lbs. Tom is a very special boy who is looking for a loving home. He may need help gaining confidence in life. He enjoys playing with tennis balls and loves treats. Do you have a place in your heart for this wonderful dog?
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Hi, I'm Rina! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: walker hound mix Gender: spayed female Age: 4 years Weight: 48 lbs. Rina gets along with kids but go slowly at first because she is a little shy. Once she's home, she'll be your new best friend. Rina is currently in foster care. Please call our adoption desk at 521-1307 if you would like to meet her.
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Hi, I'm Kevin! Canine-ality: Wallflower Breed: Chinese Shar Pei and lab mix Gender: neutered male Age: 5 years Weight: 60 lbs. |
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Hi, I'm Bruiser! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: Labrador and shepherd mix Gender: neutered male Age: 1.5 years Weight: 75 lbs. "Hi, I'm a big beautiful guy looking for someone willing to brush out my coat and relax with me around the house. Don't let my size fool you, I'm still very much a puppy. Hopefully we can go for lots of walks and I can stretch my legs with you by my side." |
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Hi, I'm Niles! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: pit mix Gender: neutered male Age: 4 year Weight: 61 lbs. |
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Hi, I'm Opal! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: pit bull mix Gender: spayed female Age: 2.5 years Weight: 68 lbs. "My name is Opal and I'm a big, beautiful girl with lots of personality! I'm energetic and playful. I love playing fetch and tug. I also love being around people and going for long walks. If you've been looking for a fun and friendly companion to put a smile on your face... adopt me today!" |
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Hi, I'm Oscar! Canine-ality: Busy Bee Breed: hound mix Gender: neutered male Age: 1 year Weight: 40 lbs. Oscar had a lot of energy! He would love to go on walks and play all day long. If you have a lot of energy and want an exercise buddy then you've met your match with Oscar. |
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Hi, I'm Sheena! Canine-ality: Go-Getter Breed: pit bull mix Gender: spayed female Age: 6 years Weight: 61 lbs. |
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Hi, I'm Bruno! Canine-ality: Go-Getter Breed: shepherd/pit bull mix Gender: neutered male Age: 3 years Weight: 53 lbs. Bruno loves to be outdoors and is a great candidate for daily long walks. He is a very strong boy and we suggest a sensation harness or gentle lead for easy walking. He loves treats and is waiting for someone to teach him fancy tricks! You might consider bringing him to our basic manners classes here at our shelter.
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The Meet Your Match™ Canine-ality Adoption Program helps you find the dog that's right for you. Our dogs are assessed to determine characteristics. This Canine-ality™ Assessment takes the mystery out of the selection process by reliably predicting how a dog is likely to behave when he or she arrives in your home. Click here to learn more about Meet Your Match. Click here to take the Meet Your Match interactive survey online and find out which Canine-ality color category is a good fit for your home. Here's a look at the color-coded categories of Meet Your Match™:
I'm a couch potato.
Like the easy life? Then I’m the perfect match for you. I’m a relaxed, laid back kind of dog who enjoys long naps, watching movies, curling up on laps, and walking very short distances from the couch to the food bowl and back.
I'm a constant companion.
Looking for an emotionally secure, mutually satisfying, low maintenance relationship? I am all you need. Let me sit at your feet, walk by your side, and I’ll be your devoted companion forever. 
I'm a teacher's pet.
I’ve got the whole package—smart, fuzzy, four legs, love to learn, and live to please. Go ahead, teach me anything. Sit, stay, balance your checkbook, I can do it all. Keep me entertained and I’ll be yours forever. 
I'm a wallflower. Shy yet charming canine searching for patient owner with relaxed lifestyle. Looking for gentle guidance to help me come out of my shell. Treat me sweet and kind and I’ll blossom. 
I'm a busy bee.
I’m a naturally playful, curious, and trusting canine. Take me for a big walk every day; give me something to do. After my job’s done, I’ll curl up in front of the fire with you in the evenings. I’m a dog on a mission to please you and myself.
I'm a goofball.
I’m a fun-loving, happy-all-the-time, glass-is-half-full kind of dog looking for someone who loves to laugh and play around. Must have a great sense of humor and a bunch of tennis balls. 
I'm the life of the party.
I think everything is fun, interesting, and meant for play, especially you. Anything you do, I’ll want to do, too. With my own brand of surprises, life with me will keep you constantly on your toes, and the fun is guaranteed. 
I'm a go-getter. Want to get more exercise? Action is my middle name. My “Let’s GO!” lifestyle will keep you motivated to get outside and move. I’ve got tons of energy, and just like the sun, I’m burning and working 24 hours a day, seven days a week. I’ll run for miles, chase a ball for hours, and still want to play at the end of the day. 
I'm a free spirit. Intelligent, independent, confident, and clever, I prefer making my own decisions but will listen to you if you make a good case. We’re partners in this adventure. Treat me like one and we’ll both live happily ever after.
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