The Virginia Beach SPCA..'s Disaster Team is currently on route to Parkersburg, West Virginia in response to what is being called that state..'s largest animal rescue. Approximately 1000 dogs have been surrendered by Whispering Oaks Kennel following investigations stemming from dog-related pollution. The kennel was run by 73 year old Sharon Roberts, who operated an internet-based puppy sales business. The dogs, used solely for breeding, have spent their entire lives in wire mesh cages and have had minimal human contact outside of feedings.
The roundtrip rescue trip is expected to take at least 22 hours, with the Disaster Team and approximately 100 dogs arriving back at the Virginia Beach SPCA late Thursday evening. "We have been fighting against puppy mills for years. When a situation arises where we can help rescue the animals who have been exploited in this way, we must respond," said Sharon Adams, Executive Director of the Virginia Beach SPCA.
The dogs will require medical assessments, behavioral assessments and veterinary care. The Virginia Beach SPCA anticipates that all the dogs will require foster care for socialization and housetraining prior to becoming available for adoption. We will be providing detailed information regarding foster care requirements for those individuals interested in assisting. Potential foster families will be pre-screened, required to enter into foster contracts, and attend training to prepare for some of the challenges they may encounter in caring for the dogs.
Please click here to support our rescue efforts and the costs associated with the ongoing care these dogs will require.
Please click here to support our rescue efforts and the costs associated with the ongoing care these dogs will require.
If you are interested in fostering please email us at foster@vbspca.com
Or visit Volunteer foster care for more information
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