SOS Cats RVA

02/18/2026

Two generations of females being TNVR today! They are looking forward to a much happier and healthier life, and have a wonderful caretaker. The brother is already TNR, and the dad is next in line to be trapped. 🥰

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02/14/2026

This Valentine's Day, may we all double down on the message of the Monks Walk for Peace and look at all sentient beings, people and animals with kindness, grace, and compassion. Happy Valentine's Day

02/13/2026

So proud to partner with Richmond SPCA today as they spay/neuter and vaccinate 100 community cats through TNVR.

100 cats!! That’s 100 lives directly impacted and countless more spared from future suffering. The ripple effect of these clinics is truly immeasurable.

The SOS Cats RVA team trapped 15 cats for today! Here are a few of the sweet faces we brought in — and we couldn’t resist snapping a photo alongside some of the incredible local TNVR advocates and rescue partners who consistently show up for our community’s cats.

We're so grateful to have such amazing friends in the TNVR space, for collaborations like this, and for organizations like Richmond SPCA that make large-scale impact possible. 🐾

02/12/2026

Received a call out of the blue today from Kayli. She said she had donations for us. Cat treat bags and cash that had been assembled and raised at a birthday party for her rescue cat. Kayli and her friend Chris brought them by this evening. 25 perfect cat themed bags with toys, canned food and churros along with a cash donation. She said she looked at several groups to donate to and our mission statement on our website resonated with her. Thank you, Kayli ❤️ we are touched and honored by your thoughtfulness.

02/12/2026

02/10/2026

I can actually relate to this... https://www.facebook.com/reel/1147643633963409

02/06/2026

Meet Dottie 😻.

Dottie was found outside in the cold, and a kind family quickly realized she was way too sweet for street life. This stunning, petite calico is about 1 year old and has never met a human she didn’t want to love.

Dottie is extremely affectionate—she’s a champion head-butter and will consistently rub against you to remind you she’s there (and that she deserves pets immediately). She purrs almost nonstop and will hop right into your lap for snuggles, complete with enthusiastic biscuit-making.

She’s also curious and playful, always exploring her surroundings and on the move. This may be partly due to being in a new environment, but she definitely has a fun, energetic side to balance out her cuddles.

Dottie does well with other cats and is calm and curious around them—no hissing or puffing up—and would likely enjoy having a feline friend. She’s shown to be more cautious around dogs and didn't appreciate a high-energy pup who didn’t respect her space (we get it Dottie), but we think she would do fine with a low-key, cat-savvy dog.

She’s litter box trained with no accidents, surprisingly chill during baths, and eats with enthusiasm (sometimes she gets hiccups—very cute, very Dottie).

If you’re looking for a loving, snuggly, and sweet little shadow who wants to be part of everything you do, Dottie might just be your perfect match 🐱✨!

Apply today with no obligation on our site! Dottie is fully vetted - she's spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and tested negative for both FIV and FeLV.

Please help us find Dottie her home by sharing this post 📨🤗.

Apply here -- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EP7M5QBKcCTynRJ4tWvJ9-9fXZU4151fsrmOsJ6o9gY/viewform?pli=1&ts=6722ae1f&pli=1&edit_requested=true

02/02/2026

📌 Richmond, VA: Join the Walk & Peace Gathering - February 2, 2026
We warmly invite everyone to join us in Richmond, Virginia on Monday, February 2, 2026 for a special Walk and Peace Gathering!

This is a beautiful opportunity to walk together for peace, to gather in unity, and to share in the spirit of mindfulness, loving-kindness, and compassion. Whether you walk with us for a few steps or the entire way, your presence will add light to this peaceful gathering.

📌 Join the Walk:
Starting from Richmond Fire Station 17 (2211 Semmes Ave, Richmond, VA) at 2:00 PM, walking together to Richmond City Hall (900 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219)

📌 Peace Gathering:
Join us on the Marshall St side of Richmond City Hall at 3:00 PM for a Peace Gathering

We look forward to welcoming everyone with open hearts and walking this path of peace together.

May you and all beings be well, happy and at peace. 🙏✨

01/23/2026

As the storm approaches, we are receiving nonstop calls, texts, and social media tags about cats outside that need to be "saved" before the snowstorm. We cannot round up every cat outside right now; that's not what we do, nor does anyone have the space to house these cats, even if it were feasible to bring them all inside.

Outdoor, well-maintained cats who have adequate shelter/food/water can survive in this weather. They are smart and know where to seek shelter. They may hunker down to wait out the storm. Take the next several days to feed them well. Feed a lot of dry food and, if possible, add kitten food. Offer warm wet food if you can. Lots of unfrozen water is essential as well. They will fill themselves up well on food and water in preparation for the storm.

If you are finding cats that appear to be indoor cats who are begging to get inside, or are sick, weak, or disoriented. - then help if you can. Reach out to Animal control if the cat is sick or injured. Neither we nor animal control can support all of the needs right now. If you can secure the cat and provide it with shelter in a bathroom, spare room, garage, or dog crate. Even housing the cat for 24-48 hours in a cat carrier is better than it being in a blizzard if it's truly not an outdoor cat and/or sick.

Use the next few days to ensure you have adequate supplies for your outdoor cats (cat food, shovel to make them a path to/from shelter/food), refill cat shelters with straw if possible, purchase pet safe rock salt, make sure you have flashlights ready with extra batteries, etc.

We care deeply about community cats, but we cannot save every single cat that appears to need saving right now. If you find a cat in need, take action or ask friends/family to assist you with the cat. Please reach out if you need food or supplies but our ability to respond may be limited by road and weather conditions.

We are with you, worrying about all of the unhoused cats and humans right now, and we pray for everyone's safety.

01/21/2026

**Winter Cat Shelters**

Please help the community cats in this cold!! They cannot survive in this cold without our help, and a warm shelter and food makes all the difference in the world. If you have outdoor cats in your area, or even if you're not sure if you do (trust us, you do), placing a shelter outside can save a life.

Below and in the comments we've listed come quick suggestions and links to DIY resources to ensure your community cats have a warm shelter in this cold weather.

Key things to remember:

- Use STRAW for insulation - NO blankets or towels. RACC has straw for FREE and you can stop by when they are open to grab some. Blankets, towels, newspapers, etc., retain wetness and should not be used - they absorb body heat and will actually make the cat colder.

- Insulation - Styrofoam coolers work great, rubbermaid containers with cardboard boxes inside or , multiple layers of cardboard boxes.

- Cut a small, raised doorway (around 6x6 inches), and filling with straw. Off-center the entrance to one side so the cats can take shelter away from the opening.

- Ensure it's waterproofed (covered with a tarp, wrapped in heavy-duty yard trash bags), put underneath a porch or awning. Lift off the ground - place on pavers, wood, anything to lift if a few inches so snow/water do not enter the shelter.

- Place out of direct wind - Face the opening of the shelter towards a wall, fence, shed, to keep wind from entering the shelter directly.

It does not need to be a masterpiece, something is better than nothing, it just needs to be insulated and keep them warm :)

LINKS IN COMMENTS with instructions, suggestions, and more.