A happy ending to a sad story: you may remember when we told you about dozens of dogs that were seized from a home in Pittsylvania County back in April.

The Pittsylvania Pet Center received a $10,000 grant to help with the emergency support of 68 dogs that were seized from a hoarding situation last week.

Vickey and Midnight are both 8 years old and have lived their entire lives together in the same home. They arrived at the Pittsylvania Pet Center after their dog mom was put in hospice care. Pet Center staff said the dog owners made the right decision. Vowing to keep Vickey and Midnight together, the search is on for a family who will love them. Click their names if you would like to learn more about adopting Vickey and Midnight.

PITTSYLVANIA, Va. – This pit bull terrier has the personality to match his fun name. At 2-years-old, Wasabi is a smart and fun-loving boy who is looking for someone to shower him with affection. His dream home is with a family that has a nice yard that he can play in. Click here to learn more about Wasabi.

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. – This 2-year-old calico has been at the shelter for over a month watching the world pass by. Sky is the perfect companion for a homebody since she loves to relax and people-watch through the window of her kennel. She can be a little picky about her kitty friends, so she would probably be best in a home with no other cats. If you are interested in adopting Sky, you can find her at the Pittsylvania Pet Center.

PITTSYLVANIA, Va. – You can see it in her eyes. May was definitely a Jedi in a past life. May is a 1-year-old female cat with the most beautiful tortoiseshell coat. She is chatty, loves to snuggle and will be by your side (not the Dark Side) for hours. If you are interested in May, you can find her at the Pittsylvania Pet Center.

PITTSYLVANIA, Va. – This handsome 4-year-old pit bull terrier will brighten up your life. With his cheesy smile and playful personality, there will never be a dull day with him. Miller is a little particular about his four-legged friends, so he would need time to meet and approve other dogs. Regardless, he is a spirited and loyal dog that will quickly become your best friend. Click here for more information about Miller.

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. – This 8-year-old hound is looking for somebody to love! Age is but a number to this guy since he will love you just as hard as a puppy. If you are interested in taking this sweet boy home, you can find him at the Pittsylvania Pet Center. Click here for more information.

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. – The Pittsylvania Pet Center is trying to keep those struggling financially together with their pets. The animal shelter started a drive-thru pet food pantry on Thursday, which will be open weekly on Thursdays from 1-4 p.m.To get food, you’ll need proof you live in Pittsylvania County. Shelter employees said 500 pounds of dog food and 100 pounds of cat food were given away Thursday. To donate food to the shelter, click here.

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. – Feral cats are a huge burden for the Pittsylvania Pet Center. For the past decade, the county’s policy has been to round up feral cats and euthanize them. (WSLS)Later this month, representatives from the nonprofit Alley Cat Allies will hold TNR presentations in the county. “To provide educational resources on what trap-neuter-return is and what a community cat is,” Alley Cat Allies President Becky Robinson said. As of Monday, the dates, times and locations of Alley Cat Allies’ presentations had not been released.

ROANOKE, Va. - Two local animal shelters are receiving $360,000 to help save animals' lives. The Petco Foundation awarded the Pittsylvania Pet Center a $75,000 donation on Tuesday. The center is going to use the money to relocate animals to other shelters to help them get adopted. The goal of the grant is to increase shelters' save rates to 90 percent statewide. On Wednesday, the Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter will receive nearly a $285,000 grant from the Petco Foundation.