I went to Norfolk Animal Care Center for #FurryFriday where I got to meet Bella who is up for adoption.

Bella was brought into Norfolk Animal Care Center as an owner surrender. At 11 years old, this senior girl still has a lot of love to give. She is very calm and gentle and loves a good scratch on her ears and chest.

She does have a chicken allergy and would need to avoid foods that contain chicken. As a senior, she qualifies for their Golden Paws adoption special. Her adoption fee is only $35! Visit her at NACC this weekend!

Can’t adopt but still want to help? Become a foster home for a homeless animal. Foster families provide hundreds of shelter animals the extra attention and time in a home that they need to recover from illness or injury, have a break from the shelter, or in the case of kittens, the time required to reach that 2-month mark and be ready for adoption.

Learn more here.

NACC also accepts donations! While you’re out shopping for your pet, shop for a pet in need.

Needed shelter items include:

• Canned/dry food and treats for cats and dogs

• Liquid formula such as KMR and Esbilac for kittens and puppies

• New and gently used collars, harnesses and leashes, including slip leads (all sizes)

• Washable, durable pet toys (cat and dog), stuffed animals, catnip, tennis balls, “Kong” Toys, and Peanut Butter

• Kiddie pools (for summertime wading)

• Treat dispensing toys

• Stainless steel dishes and bowls (tip-proof, any size)

• New or gently used carriers, crates, and exercise pens

• New and gently used dog houses

• Dog and cat nail clippers

• Newspapers for lining cages

• Paper towels

• Blankets, comforters, towels (no sheets)

• Fencing Assistance Program materials: This program helps to get dogs off tethers and keep families together.

  • New and gently used fencing materials

  • Tools (hammers, utility tools, power tools, shovels, nails, screws etc.)