FAQs

I've heard a lot about R.A.D. - what is it and how can I help?: Roanoke Adventure Dogs (R.A.D.) is a great way to help our shelter dogs relieve some kennel stress and for the humans who participate to reduce their stress, too! R.A.D. involves taking a dog out on a field trip adventure for at least 2 hours and then promoting that field trip to potential adopters through social media. Anyone that is at least 18 years old, has a driver's license and a cellphone is eligible to take a dog out on a field trip. The dogs are matched with fieldtrippers based on requested temperament and energy levels. The dogs have a backpack of supplies that travel with them so fieldtrippers do not have to bring their own supplies. Dogs can be picked up as early as 9:30 a.m. Monday - Saturday and must be returned by 4:45 p.m. so they can get bedded down for the night. Please stop by and see us if you are interested in this exciting program!

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Fostering

1. How can I become a foster?: Becoming a foster can be a lot of fun and very rewarding - plus you are several two lives! If you are interested in becoming a foster, please visit our Foster page to receive more detailed information.

2. What is FRVR Kittens?: FRVR Kittens ( Fostering Roanoke Valley Regional Kittens) is a cooperative effort among Angels of Assisi, RCACP, and the Roanoke Valley SPCA to provide a safe haven for Roanoke Valley homeless momma cats and kittens. If you are interested in fostering moms and kittens, single kittens, or orphaned litters, please contact Meghann Cords for more information. Your help is needed!

3. I've heard a lot about R.A.D. - what is it and how can I help?: Roanoke Adventure Dogs (R.A.D.) is a great way to help our shelter dogs relieve some kennel stress and for the humans who participate to reduce their stress, too! R.A.D. involves taking a dog out on a field trip adventure for at least 2 hours and then promoting that field trip to potential adopters through social media. Anyone that is at least 18 years old, has a driver's license and a cellphone is eligible to take a dog out on a field trip. The dogs are matched with fieldtrippers based on requested temperament and energy levels. The dogs have a backpack of supplies that travel with them so fieldtrippers do not have to bring their own supplies. Dogs can be picked up as early as 9:30 a.m. Monday - Saturday and must be returned by 4:45 p.m. so they can get bedded down for the night. Please stop by and see us if you are interested in this exciting program!