Disclaimer: AWK News is an independent informational directory and is not sponsored by, affiliated with or endorsed by the organizations listed below unless specifically stated otherwise. Please contact each organization directly to verify current services, hours, intake policies, licensing and availability.
Please contact each organization before transporting or surrendering an animal. Intake policies, service areas, hours, licensing and available space can change. Wildlife rehabilitators may also be permitted to accept only certain species.
Colby’s Crew Rescue — Charlottesville, Virginia
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
988 Piper Way
Keswick, VA 22947
Contact: Olivia Fuller, Fundraising Manager
Not confirmed as the rescue’s physical location
Phone
703-400-1480
Olivia Fuller, Fundraising Manager
Email
No public email confirmed
County
Albemarle County
Website
Colby’s Crew Rescue
Emergency
Hotline No
Animals Helped
Horses
Ponies
Miniature horses
Mules
Other equines at risk of slaughter
Services Provided
Equine rescue
Veterinary care
Quarantine
Physical rehabilitation
Behavioral rehabilitation
Training
Adoption
Sanctuary care
About
Founded in 2021, Colby’s Crew Rescue saves horses from slaughter auctions, kill pens, neglect and dangerous circumstances. Rescued equines receive veterinary examinations, quarantine, individualized rehabilitation plus training when appropriate. Horses suitable for adoption are placed in permanent homes. Those requiring ongoing care may receive sanctuary placement.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026
Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation — Falls Church
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
6801 Wilson Blvd
Falls Church, VA 22044
Phone
703-295-3647
Email
Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation – Saving Lives Through Rescue and Adoption
County
Fairfax County
Website
https://www.lostdogrescue.org/
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Services Provided
Rescue
Foster care
Adoption
Veterinary care
Rehoming assistance
About
Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation saves homeless dogs and cats, including animals transferred from overcrowded shelters. Pets receive medical care, socialization, foster placement when appropriate then adoption into permanent homes.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026
Richmond Animal League — Richmond
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
11401 International Drive
Richmond, VA 23236
Phone
804-379-0046
Email
info@ral.org
County
Chesterfield County
Website
Richmond Animal League | Animal Shelter In Richmond Virginia
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Services Provided
Shelter care
Foster care
Adoption
Spay/neuter services
Pet pantry
Veterinary care
About
Richmond Animal League has served the Richmond area since 1979. The organization works with shelter partners to save dogs and cats, provides foster placements, operates an adoption center, offers community programs designed to keep pets healthy and in homes.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026
Wildlife Center of Virginia — Waynesboro
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
1800 South Delphine Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
Phone
540-942-9453
Email
wildlife@wildlifecenter.org
County
Waynesboro Independent City
Website
Wildlife Center of Virginia | A teaching and research hospital for native wild animals
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Native mammals
Birds
Raptors
Reptiles
Amphibians
Black bears
Services Provided
Wildlife hospital
Emergency veterinary care
Rehabilitation
Release
Professional training
Wildlife education
About
The Wildlife Center of Virginia is a wildlife teaching hospital that treats thousands of sick, injured or orphaned wild animals each year. Its veterinary and rehabilitation teams work toward returning suitable patients to their natural habitats.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026
Blue Ridge Wildlife Center — Boyce
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
106 Island Farm Lane
Boyce, VA 22620
Phone
540-837-9000
Email
info@blueridgewildlifectr.org
County
Clarke County
Website
Home | Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Native mammals
Songbirds
Raptors
Reptiles
Amphibians
Services Provided
Wildlife rescue
Veterinary treatment
Rehabilitation
Release
Education
Professional training
Research
About
Blue Ridge Wildlife Center operates a wildlife veterinary hospital dedicated exclusively to native species. Its work combines medical treatment, rehabilitation, conservation education, professional training plus research involving wildlife health.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026
Loudoun Valley Raptor Center — Lovettsville
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
38190 Morrisonville Road
Lovettsville, VA 20180
Phone
571-695-0050
Email
info@loudounvalleyraptors.org
County
Loudoun County
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Hawks
Owls
Falcons
Eagles
Vultures
Other native raptors
Services Provided
Raptor rescue
Rehabilitation
Release
Conservation
Education
Research
About
Loudoun Valley Raptor Center specializes in native birds of prey. Injured or displaced raptors receive species-appropriate rehabilitation with release to the wild as the primary goal. The center also supports raptor conservation through education and research.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026
CARE Wildlife Inc. — Spotsylvania
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
7021 Bloomsbury Lane
Spotsylvania, VA 22553
Phone
540-220-2248 (text preferred)
Email
No public email
County
Spotsylvania County
Website
Care Wildlife
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Native wildlife
Small mammals
Reptiles
Other permitted Virginia wildlife
Services Provided
Wildlife rescue
Rehabilitation
Release
Wildlife education
Community outreach
About
CARE Wildlife serves Fredericksburg and surrounding communities by assisting injured or orphaned native wildlife. Its rehabilitation program prepares suitable animals for release while public outreach promotes conservation and responsible coexistence with wildlife.
Last Verified
October 8, 2026