Author Archives: Stephanie Taylor
Furry Friday: All Rise for Judge Judy!
This week, I got to reunite with three of our past Furry Friday pets- Sailfish, Which Which, and Judge Judy, available for adoption through the Portsmouth Humane Society and currently being spoiled in...
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 ...
Jan 22, 2026
Don't Let the RBF (Resting Bully Face) Fool You: Meet Thistle aka "The Perfect Dog"
Meet Thistle, our Furry Friday pet of the week at Chesapeake Animal Services. Thistle is about 6 years old and has quickly become a favorite among staff and volunteers. During her last Snout and About...
Jan 21, 2026
Stephanie's Scoop: Lee Brice Reunites with Lost Dog, Luke Bryan Parties in Cancun and More!
It's been a difficult couple of weeks for Lee Brice. The family's black lab, Charlee, had been missing from home, and to make matters more complicated, she's expecting. Fortunately, after posting on I...
Jan 21, 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...
Dec 19, 2025
Local Animal Shelters Urgently Need More Fosters
In this week's episode, I sit down with Norfolk Animal Care Center, which urgently needs foster homes as the shelter undergoes construction, and Chesapeake Humane Society, which explains its unique ne...
Nov 24, 2025
Furry Friday: Meet Princess Bean - A Shy Sweetheart Looking for Her Happily Ever After!
This week's Furry Friday feature is the lovely Princess Bean, a 6-year-old pup available through Portsmouth Humane Society and currently being fostered at PetSuites Chesapeake. Bean can be a little ne...
Nov 20, 2025
Your Guide to the Best Neighborhood Holiday Lights in Coastal Virginia
Hampton Roads is lighting up for the holidays! If you love driving around looking at neighborhood Christmas lights, check out a list of popular neighborhood holiday light displays below. Adams Family ...
Nov 20, 2025
Holidays in Coastal Virginia: 2025 Event Guide and Light Displays
It's beginning to look a lot like the holiday season in Hampton Roads! Find festive events, parades, and holiday lights happening across the region. Love to drive around and look at neighborhood light...
Nov 19, 2025
Breaking Down Barriers to Vet Care: Low-Cost Options in Coastal Virginia
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...
Nov 13, 2025
