HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) — The Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA has rescued 52 dogs from a severe hoarding situation in Broadway after their owner passed away, following a series of ongoing recovery efforts that began last week.
On May 11, RHSPCA staff returned to the property and removed eight additional dogs, bringing the total rescued to 52. The animals are currently receiving medical care and behavioral evaluations. Once stabilized, they will be placed into foster homes to begin their recovery journeys.
“Most of them have never left the property where they were found,” said Huck Nawaz, RHSPCA Executive Director. “It’s a scary place to be for dogs that have never been off a leash or known human affection.”
The dogs were found living in unsanitary and overcrowded conditions, with many suffering from severe health issues and psychological trauma. RHSPCA staff set up a temporary shelter off-site to provide immediate care due to the main shelter now operating beyond capacity.
Thanks to community support, nine dogs had already been placed in foster homes as of Monday, but many more remain in need. The RHSPCA is urgently seeking both foster families and financial donations to support ongoing medical care, food, and supplies.
“We’re actively working on identifying medical and behavioral needs to then place them into foster homes,” Nawaz said. “We especially need fosters who can house these dogs separately from their own pets, so each one can receive the attention and recovery they deserve.”
The organization also needs material donations, such as wire crates and leashes, to help transport the animals.
To foster a rescued dog, visit: https://rhspca.org/foster/
To donate, visit: https://givebutter.com/zt1qGl
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