Russell
Russell
Russell
Russell
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Humane Society/SPCA of Nelson County

The Almost Home Pet Adoption Center is a no-kill facility owned and operated by the Humane Society/SPCA of Nelson County. It is located at the intersection of Rt. 29 North and Stagebridge Road (Rt. 624) , just two miles north of Lovingston. Presently the facility is open daily from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. The Adoption Center houses dogs and cats. The dogs are contained in individual rooms, one or two to a room, with wall murals painted by area artists and hemi-sync music from a sound system donated by the Monroe Institute. Visitors are encouraged to spend time in the rooms getting acquainted with the dogs and cats prior to adoption. Cats and kittens are housed in colorful cat condos with handcrafted furniture for climbing and perching.Adoption fees cover the cost of vaccinations, worming, heartworm test or feline leukemia/aids test and spaying/neutering. All adult animals are provided these veterinary services prior to adoption. Kittens and puppies are adopted out with neutering certificates covering the cost of these veterinary services at the appropriate age. Many of the animals come from unclaimed or surrendered animals at the Nelson County Animal Control Facility. These animals have been judged to be adoptable based on temperament and looks. The Center does accept animals being surrendered by Nelson residents on a space available and adoptability basis. I am a volunteer. Among other things, I take photos of animals and post them on the internet for exposure to the public. Website: http://www.nelsonspca.org/index.htm

Lovingston, VA,22949
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Email: [email protected]

Phone Number: (434) 263-7722

Website: https://www.nelsonspca.org

Russell

Labrador Retriever | City Of Staunton, VA

AdultMaleMediumHound

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We can't believe Russell is still with us! He was adopted out in 2023 and returned late in 2024. When he came back, he was very scared. Our amazing staff and volunteers, working with a local dog trainer have helped Russell turn things around. He has calmed down, is very well behaved at public events and enjoys his play groups with other dogs. He has the look that folks seem to hope for—compact (43.6 pounds), black Lab mix with white socks. He is old enough (6 years) to have learned plenty of life's lessons but is still young enough to be curious and willing to learn. He is a great walking companion and is super happy to see his human friends. He keeps his room tidy and appreciates his comfy bed. He is quiet and rarely barks. In the evening, he looks forward to a Kong chew toy with a treat smeared inside. True to his Lab roots Russell LOVES, LOVES, LOVES water! Whoever adopts Russell will have a free training session with our training partners at Camp Merricks to help with the transition and his continued confidence building. Fill out our online application and come meet this sweet boy.

Adoption Process
Dogs: $100 - Includes Heartworm/Lyme/Ehrlichia Test, DHLPP and Rabies Vaccination, Dewormings, flea and tick treatment (if needed), and Spaying/Neutering. Puppies (0-6 months): $150 - Includes 3 DHLPP Vaccinations, 3 Dewormings, a Certificate for a Rabies Vaccination, flea and tick treatment (if needed), and Spaying/Neutering by a participating veterinarian. Cats: $40 (or 2 for $50) Includes Feline Leukemia/Aids test, 2 RCP Vaccinations, Rabies Vaccination, 2 Dewormings, flea and tick treatment (if needed), and Spaying/Neutering. Kittens (0-6 Months): $80 (or 2 for $120) includes a Feline Leukemia/Aids test, 3 RCP Vaccinations, 3 Dewormings, Certificate for a Rabies Vaccination, flea and tick treatment (if needed), and Spaying/Neutering by a participating veterinarian.


Contact
Humane Society/SPCA of Nelson County
(434) 263-7722
[email protected]
https://www.nelsonspca.org

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