Updates

Nov. 28: The cats have been placed with our shelter and rescue partners to find loving homes. We are happy to hear that many of the cats have been adopted and are enjoying life in their new homes! Meet Gnocchi

Nov. 7: After almost a month of care and veterinary treatment, the cats are ready to look for loving homes through our shelter and rescue partners.

Right now, the cats are at a safe, undisclosed location where they are receiving much-needed veterinary care. Several of the cats have already been placed—please contact the individual organizations below for more information on fostering or adopting.

Over 100 cats and kittens rescued from a large-scale breeder

Cats and kittens rescued from a large-scale breeder in Virginia are safe now, thanks to you. Donate now to help us protect more animals who need us the very most.

Rescued cat on its way to vet medical exam
Kevin Wolf / AP Images for the HSUS

Oct. 17: Read today's blog about this rescue!

Oct. 11: Our Animal Rescue Team helped rescue 110 cats and kittens from a large-scale alleged cruelty situation at a commercial breeding operation in Virginia.

According to USDA inspection records, the breeder had more than 50 Animal Welfare Act violations just this year for failing to provide safe conditions or adequate veterinary care. Reports mention emaciated cats, poor living conditions, a lack of veterinary care and a kitten at the facility who died after weeks of deteriorating without much-needed medical attention.

This is an ongoing situation. Donate now to help these animals get the care they need and support all our lifesaving work.

Volunteer to rescue animals

Animal rescue volunteers work with our Animal Rescue Team to help save animals from cruelty and disasters. Apply now to get trained so we can count on you when disaster strikes. 

Arriving pets are unloaded as the HSUS undertakes a hurricane transport
Eric Kayne / AP Images for The HSUS
Gray cat in temporary shelter waits in cage
Kevin Wolf
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AP Images for the HSUS
Cats rescued from Virginia breeder wait to undergo vet exam
Kevin Wolf
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AP Images for the HSUS

Was the owner of the property/animals arrested?

The Virginia Attorney General’s Office is handling the investigation and is best suited to answer any questions regarding charges. 

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What will happen to the animals now?

The animals were moved to a safe, undisclosed location where they received much-needed care. They have been placed with our rescue partners, and many of them have already found a loving home.

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Can I adopt one of the cats?

All of the cats have been placed with our rescue partners, and we are happy to hear that many of them have already found a loving home—please contact the individual organizations below for more information on fostering or adopting.

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Can I volunteer to help?

Thanks for your interest! Learn more about becoming an Animal Rescue Team volunteer.

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