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Petco Love awards BVSPCA $60,000 grant

Newly named Petco Love invests in lifesaving work of Brandywine Valley SPCA
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10 important questions you should ask your dog daycare

Dogs love company. If left unaccompanied for long periods without exercise, dogs can get stressed. Unfortunately, you cannot always keep your dog company. If you have an erratic schedule or you trave…
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Brandywine Valley SPCA opens new adoption center in Montgomery County

Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) today announced the opening of a new adoption center in partnership with PetSmart Charities.
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Is there an ideal time for cat spay & neuter?

Pet overpopulation continues to be an overwhelming concern across the United States. According to data from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), approximately three …
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5 Reasons to volunteer at a local animal shelter

If you love pets, you can become an animal shelter volunteer at your local SPCA. The experience has many advantages for your career as well as your overall well-being. Here are the top reasons to vol…
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Thank you for a record-breaking Walk for Paws

Changing times called for changing the structure of our big Walk for Paws Spring fundraiser.
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What to pack when taking your dog to doggy daycare

Everyone loves to take a vacation. One of the most distressing aspects of traveling is packing the things you need. That is the same for your pooch when planning for a holiday, and you need to take i…
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Help! I found kittens what do I do?

Contact your local BVSPCA if you have more questions about what to do with found kittens.
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Innovative technology to reunite lost pets

When the unthinkable happens, new “Petco Love Lost” database uses breakthrough facial recognition technology to find missing cats and dogs.
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Whether we’re hosting one of our fabulous Signature Events or bringing our adorable adoptables out into the community, the BVSPCA is always ready to make your acquaintance.

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