The dogs at RAL are seeking humans to join our dog crew.

Must love dogs.

Richmond Animal League is searching for a dynamic, forward-thinking Clinic Director to take our Loving Spay+Neuter Clinic (LSNC) to the next level!

Seeking: Friendly, Big-Hearted Humans to Join Our Volunteer Front Desk Dream Team

Richmond Animal League is seeking an Adoption Coordinator.

Posting your pet on RAL’s Home To Home page? Make sure you’re using the platform correctly to give your pet the best chance at a successful adoption or foster placement. This quick guide walks you through the process, from choosing the right type of listing to staying responsive and engaged.

Independent rehoming gives pet guardians the ability to find new homes for their pets without surrendering them to a shelter. Learn how RAL’s use of Home To Home® is helping pets transition safely, and explore other tools available for both permanent and temporary placements.

Once considered untreatable, Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is no longer a death sentence for cats. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and promising new treatments that are giving FIP-positive cats a second chance—and why shelters like RAL need community support to provide this life-saving care.

Found cold and unresponsive at just three weeks old, Marlin’s future was uncertain. But with specialized care, physical therapy, and a whole lot of love, this determined kitten is now thriving—one wobbly step (and loud purr) at a time.

May is Chip Your Pet Month. During Chip Your Pet Month, we’re encouraging all pet guardians to make sure their pets are protected—not just by getting them microchipped, but by keeping that chip information up to date.

April Foster Spotlight - Colleen Close & Indi Armstrong

March Foster Spotlight - Raven Jarvis

RAL is seeking a Full-Time Surgical Veterinarian to join our team at the Loving Spay+Neuter Clinic.

Virginia just became the largest state to achieve a 90% live release rate in its shelters, marking a major step forward in the no-kill movement. RAL was honored to celebrate this achievement at the State Capitol, but nearly 10,000 pets still need homes to make no-kill a reality statewide. Learn how RAL is helping lead the way—and how you can be part of the solution.

Learn about Manx Syndrome in cats.

Discover Latke's journey from a tiny kitten with congenital hypothyroidism to a thriving, adoptable companion, and learn more about this rare but treatable condition in cats.

Meet Landon, Richmond Animal League’s 2025 Cat Mascot!

Meet Kaia, Richmond Animal League’s 2025 Dog Mascot!

Calling All Artists!

Ever dream of seeing your artwork on a RAL t-shirt? Now’s your chance! We're launching our 1st T-Shirt Design Contest, and we want YOU to showcase your creativity.

Understanding Canine Parvovirus (Parvo): Learn about the highly contagious Canine Parvovirus, its symptoms, treatment, and how to protect your dog from this serious disease. Vaccination and early intervention are key!

Every year on August 15, pet owners are reminded of the vital role that microchipping plays in ensuring the safety and return of their beloved pets. At Richmond Animal League (RAL), we can't stress enough the importance of not only microchipping your pet but also keeping the contact information on the chip up to date.