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Stafford

Stafford High FBLA students raise funds to sponsor litter of rescue puppies

By Mauriah Church-Barbour
Stafford High School’s (SHS) Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students raised nearly $450 that will go toward sponsoring a litter of puppies at Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS). [Submitted Photo]

Students at Stafford High School raised nearly $450 to sponsor a litter of rescue puppies through the Old Dominion Humane Society. The school’s Future Business Leaders of America chapter led the fundraiser, which covers the $300 sponsorship fee and provides additional funds to support the nonprofit’s mission of rescuing dogs from neglect and mistreatment.

The students chose an Anime theme for the litter, naming the mother dog Maki and her seven pups Toji, Gojo, Todo, Yuta, Mahoraga, Sukuna and Yuji. The effort was organized by FBLA sponsor Maggie Bautista, an economics and personal finance teacher at the school, who said her students spent months planning, creating posters, and promoting the fundraiser through school announcements.

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Manassas

Rescue Flight Lands in Manassas with 27 Cats and Dogs Saved from Euthanasia

By Uriah Kiser

MANASSAS, Va. – A small plane carrying 27 rescued animals touched down at the APP Jet Center in Manassas on Wednesday afternoon, marking another mission by Pilots To The Rescue.

Onboard were 15 cats and 12 dogs transported from overcrowded shelters in Birmingham, Alabama. The flight was made possible by the BISSELL Pet Foundation and volunteers like pilot Paul Mamauag and his co-pilot Mackenzie.

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Fredericksburg

Take Me Home Tuesday: Meet Honey, the Rescue Bringing Healing and Hugs

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — When Diane Wheeler and her family adopted Honey from Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) five years ago, they quickly realized she had a calm, friendly personality well-suited for more than just home life. After five years as a beloved family pet, Honey began the process of becoming a certified therapy dog.

In 2024, Honey earned her certification from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD), an international registry that tests and certifies dogs for animal-assisted activities. The process ensures each dog has the right temperament, obedience, and relationship with its handler to provide comfort in therapeutic settings.

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Press Release

Old Dominion Humane Society Rescues 22 Dogs from Kentucky Hoarding Case

By Uriah Kiser

Volunteers with Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS), just outside Fredericksburg, care for 22 dogs rescued from hoarding in Lawrence County, Kentucky. The animals had been living in deplorable outdoor conditions.

The rescue, which occurred on March 20, was part of a coordinated effort between ODHS and Squishy Face Crew (SFC), a Fredericksburg-based foster-focused rescue group. The ODHS team made a nine-hour round trip to meet a transport team in Beckley, West Virginia, and bring the dogs to safety.

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Press Release

2 Bald Eagles Found in Stafford County Euthanized After Suffering from Fatal Poisoning

By Uriah Kiser

Two immature bald eagles found in Stafford County had to be euthanized after suffering severe neurological symptoms caused by pentobarbital poisoning, a drug commonly used to euthanize animals.

According to the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center, the birds were brought in a few weeks ago, exhibiting alarming signs of neurological distress that worsened within hours. Despite efforts to treat them, both birds became wholly unresponsive and were humanely euthanized.

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Business

New Emergency Veterinary Clinic to Open near Fredericksburg

By Uriah Kiser

A new emergency veterinary clinic is set to open in Spotsylvania County, bringing critical pet care services to the Fredericksburg area. Cladda Veterinary Emergency Team, founded by a team of experienced veterinary professionals, is expected to open its doors in mid-May, pending final confirmations.

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Press Release

Stafford Sheriff’s Deputies Rescue Injured Bald Eagle “Flappy Gilmore”

By Uriah Kiser

A Stafford County Sheriff’s deputy tackled an unexpected suspect on Thursday afternoon—an injured bald eagle.

A little after 4 p.m. on March 10, Stafford County Sheriff’s Sergeant A.J. McCall and Deputy E.M. Brooks responded to a call near Montague Loop, close to the R-Board Regional Landfill, where an injured eagle, affectionately named “Flappy Gilmore,” was struggling to fly.

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News

Stafford County Investigating Woof Houze Closure Over Silica Dust Exposure

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo: Woof Houze Facebook Page]

Woof Houze, a dog training and daycare facility in Stafford County, has closed its doors following concerns over silica dust exposure from a neighboring granite and stone business. The business owner, employees, and customers have raised alarms about health hazards, prompting the county to investigate.

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Pets

Strays Dropped Off at Prince William Animal Shelter

By Uriah Kiser
Phase I of the new $16.7 million Prince William County Animal Shelter, at 14807 Bristow Road, opened in late November 2021. [Photo: Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

The animals below are STRAYS turned into the PWC Animal Services Center between 01/03/2025 – 01/06/2025. We post photos of stray animals brought to the Center a couple of times each week to help owners find their missing pets.

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