Summer Surge at Animal Shelter | Virginia Beach News

Summer’s hitting the Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter hard—not just with heat, but with a flood of animals needing homes. Amid packed kennels and rising surrenders, “Empty the Shelters” is a lifeline, slashing adoption fees and waiving them for senior pets, who are often overlooked but perfect for calm, loving families. Sponsored by Bissell and running until July 26, the event helps clear space while spotlighting the shelter’s tireless staff, who care for 200 animals daily. Behind the scenes, they’re battling overcrowding fueled by unplanned litters, making spay/neuter education vital. Despite the grind, every happy adoption is a victory—proof that love and responsibility can turn crisis into hope, year-round. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2529c5d7ee7c7456