Animal adoptions have slowed in Roanoke in recent months, leaving many pets still waiting for homes. Local shelters are seeing fewer people coming through their doors, but there is hope on the horizon for both animals and their potential families.

A candlelight vigil was held to pay respect to a dog who died too soon.

Angels of Assisi is holding a candlelight service in honor of Mr. Buttons, the dog that tragically passed away after animal abuse and neglect.

The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office is searching for answers after finding a dog that was left to die.

Some local dogs and their owners came together to party for a good cause.

The Berglund Center has recently announced that the proceeds from the “Paws & Pucks” program were donated to Angels of Assisi, in collaboration with Olde Salem Brewing Company.

A new program at Angels of Assisi will help keep senior dogs with their owners as they age.

After years of fundraising, the newly constructed Angels of Assisi building is in the home stretch.

Staff at a Roanoke pet food pantry are celebrating one year in service.

Angels of Assisi is asking for the community’s help after rescuing dogs and puppies from harsh weather conditions in West Virginia.

New year, new home: That’s the program Angels of Assisi is launching to find animals their forever homes as soon as they can in 2024.

Angels of Assisi teamed up with shelters from all over the region to find homes for all of their adoptable pets.

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital staff came to a kitten’s rescue on Monday morning.

The Roanoke Valley’s largest private animal shelter is getting an upgrade.

29 cats were rescued from a home after being abandoned.

29 cats were rescued from a home after being abandoned.

A Roanoke animal clinic is partnering with the American Heart Association to make sure pets and their owners are well taken care of.

Not every dog that comes into a shelter has a happy ending, but for one dog named CoCo, luck was on her side.

Angels of Assisi is providing more opportunities to get free food for your pets.

Many of you want answers about pictures after disturbing images of the Angels of Assisi shelter in Roanoke began circulating online.

Angels of Assisi hands of free pet food to community

Angels of Assisi is giving away free pet food on Monday, Dec. 19, and Wed. Dec. 21.

The event brings together shelters, rescues, and volunteers from across the Roanoke region to get pets adopted.

Angels of Assisi is hosting another Holiday Extravaganza Mega Pet Adoption at the Berglund Center just before the Christmas holiday.

Angels of Assisi is partnering with PetSmart to host an adoption event in celebration of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Weekend.

Two Roanoke organizations are teaming up soon to host a pet clinic for the Spanish-speaking community.

To find loving homes for available pets, Angels of Assisi is holding a pet adoption event Sunday, Oct. 30 at Blue Ridge Vineyard.

Local pet shelters including Angels of Assisi have run out of room to help more animals.

Angels of Assisi is hosting a mobile pet health clinic Saturday in Roanoke.

15 dogs now have a shot at a happy, healthy life after being rescued by the Angels of Assisi Monday.

Angels of Assisi takes in over 60 beagles, after more than 4,000 were rescued from a breeding facility in Cumberland, Virginia.

More than 60 beagles are safe and sound at Angels of Assisi after being rescued from animal experimentation at a facility in Cumberland, Virginia.

After reaching full capacity last week, Angels of Assisi now has more room thanks to a successful adoption weekend.

On Friday, Angels of Assisi announced that they will be holding an adoption special on Saturday and Sunday to clear the shelters and give the dogs new homes.

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Angels of Assisi in Roanoke is asking for the community’s help.

Angel’s of Assisi gearing up to host Pet Health Fair to provide low cost veterinary care to the community.

On Wednesday, the Star City celebrated GIVE Roanoke Day.

A rise of free-roaming cats in Bedford leads to a new initiative on wheels where dozens of cats are spayed and neutered in one day.

Learn more about the upcoming Angels of Assisi event at the Berglund Center.

The Bedford County Animal Shelter took in 26 dogs after an animal cruelty and hoarding case in the Goodview area Tuesday.

Scout was brought to Angels of Assisi after he was neglected and malnourished.

The Star City was host to what organizers say is the biggest pet adoption event in the Roanoke Valley.

Luna, a dog found abandoned and tied to a pole last month, is making her public debut.

Angels of Assisi's newest patient, Luna. a sweet four-legged mix abandoned at a park in Roanoke, and now in serious condition.

A nonprofit in Roanoke is one step closer to opening its new home.

Angels of Assisi had an adoption event Saturday afternoon for PetSmart Charities Adoption Week.

One lucky cat is finally back with her owner after months apart!

More than a dozen furry friends wagged their tails, hoping to gain a new home at a pet adoption event at Valley View PetSmart in Roanoke.

he is a well-behaved 2-year-old Pit Bull mix that is overflowing with love to give.

Mia is an adorable 3-year-old black Labrador retriever who is loving and great with other dogs

Happening Friday, Angels of Assisi is offering a drive-thru parvo vaccination clinic.

After Hurricane Ida made landfall on Sunday as one of the most powerful hurricanes to ever hit the U.S., several animal shelters across the country are stepping in to take in displaced pets from the storm.

We’re are working to find homes for animals through our Clear the Shelters initiative.

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Angels of Assisi is hosting an emergency parvovirus vaccine clinic in response to an uptick in cases in the Roanoke Valley.

To connect families with pets, more than 10 organizations are going to be at the Berglund Center in Roanoke for a mega pet adoption event.

Checking one furry friend at a time, Angels of Assisi hosted discounted vaccinations and microchips for pets Saturday.

On Saturday, Angels of Assisi will be hosting a mobile vaccination clinic for cats and dogs.

Thanks to people in the community and other rescue organizations, animals at the Regional Center For Animal Care And Protection are no longer at risk for euthanasia due to full capacity at the shelter.

A Roanoke animal shelter helped save more than 50 pets from a bad living situation in rural Tennesse on Friday.

Losing an animal can be heartbreaking and can bring on a lot of anxiety, but unfortunately, it’s something many people have experienced.

A Roanoke nonprofit animal shelter just received a huge grant to continue its work.

ROANOKE, Va. – Angels of Assisi recently received a rush of donations to fill up its empty pantry. Most of that donated pet food is now back in the community. The organization gave out more than 100 bags of pet food during a drive-thru event Sunday afternoon. More than 50 families in need received free food for their cats and dogs, including 30 families in the first few minutes of the event. “That is the reason we’re here, to help the community, and we can’t do it without community support.

ROANOKE, Va. – Angels of Assisi needs your help as it cares for 15 dogs it rescued over the weekend. The animals were hoarded in a rural Southwest Virginia home in inhumane conditions with no water, according to the organization. Angels teamed up with a rescue group in Wise County to bring in six puppies and nine adult dogs and is now trying to nurse them back to health. They’re on fluids and medication and we’re hoping they’ll pull through and then the adult dogs so far are pretty healthy,” said Dayna Reynolds, director of communications for Angels of Assisi. Angels is asking for donations to help fund the extensive medical treatments needed.

ROANOKE, VA – A Roanoke-based nonprofit is stepping up to help take care of pets in need. Angels of Assisi’s Guardian Angel program takes care of pets from families that are struggling with medical issues, homelessness or hospice care. The program helped more than 40 new pets in the past year. The program also recently received a large grant of $10,000 to help continue its efforts. The pets are returned to the owner once that person is able to take them back.

ROANOKE, Va. – 2021 is shaping up to be a momentous year for Angels of Assisi. The animal shelter and clinic estimate their new facility on Elm Avenue and Franklin Road SW will be done by the start of 2022. Additionally, executive director Lisa O’Neill said 2020 was the shelter’s busiest year on record. O’Neill said the pandemic likely caused customers to spend more time on their pets. “The power of pets is probably greater than we thought it was,” O’Neill said “We had people who, when they got their $600 check from the government, they spent it on their animals so they could get well.”Angels of Assisi is still doing curbside-only service due to the pandemic.

ROANOKE, Va. – Work is well underway for a new animal hospital being built for Angels of Assisi. The new site is on the corner of Franklin Road and Elm Avenue in Roanoke. The nonprofit plans on using the $2.3 million dollar project as an animal treatment center and adoption site. Staff members say the new building will allow them to address a rising demand in animal care. The nonprofit is still looking for donations to help fund the project.

ROANOKE, Va. – A baker’s dozen of dogs rescued from a South Korean meat farm is now safe and sound in Roanoke. Angels of Assisi is sheltering 13 dogs from the international rescue. In total, 170 dogs were saved from the meat farm. Executive director Lisa O’Neill said volunteers will spend time helping the dogs get used to human interaction. “Now, some of the real work begins," O’Neill said.

ROANOKE, Va. – Angels of Assisi has begun construction on its new Community Pet Hospital and Adoption Center. The shelter posted about the update on Facebook on Wednesday, writing:“It is an exciting day here at Angels of Assisi as excavation has begun on our new property! A big thank you to everyone that has helped get us to this point. We can’t wait to keep everyone updatedon the progress of the new Community Pet Hospital and Adoption Center. For more information on our new facility,visit https://www.canyouimagine.gives/ #Imagine #HelpIsHere”The new pet hospital and adoption shelter will be located near the intersection of Franklin Road and Elm Avenue in Roanoke across from Roanoke Fire-EMS Station #1.

ROANOKE, Va – Thanks to help from a local shelter, a puppy left next to a dumpster in Roanoke earlier this month is making a speedy recovery. Last week 10 news introduced you to Gio, a four-month-old paralyzed lab puppy found abandoned near a dumpster on Peters Creek Road. After round the clock treatment at Angels of Assisi, Gio has now gotten most of the use in his back legs back and is walking around better than ever. Staff at the shelter said the community stepped up to help make sure Gio had everything he needed to recover. Gio will spend a few more days getting treatment at Angels of Assisi before being taken in by a foster family who plans on adopting him.

ROANOKE, Va – Officials in Roanoke City are looking for answers about a paralyzed puppy abandoned next to a dumpster. After being left at a dumpster in Roanoke on Wednesday, this paralyzed puppy has been getting around-the-clock care from the staff at Angels of Assisi. “We get to see the worst of people and what they do to defenseless animals,” said Angels of Assisi executive director Lisa O’Neill. For now, Angels of Assisi is accepting donations to help with his treatment, hoping to help give this bright-eyed, friendly pup a fresh start. You can find more information on how to donate or get involved with Angels of Assisi here.

ROANOKE, Va. – Angels of Assisi in Roanoke needs your help to help the animals it cares for. The animal shelter uses newspapers to line cages and kennels in the adoption center. They also need towels and blankets to use during surgery and make sure the animals are warm when they wake up. “It doesn’t seem like something huge, but in our life here for the animals, it actually is huge,” said O’Neill. "If we could have that to make the animals more comfortable and make the staff’s lives a little bit easier in their daily flow, it means everything.”You can drop off the newspapers, towels and blankets curbside at the shelter.

ROANOKE, Va. – Tails are wagging and cats are meowing happily at Angels of Assisi in Roanoke. Director Lisa O’Neill said that many animal shelters in the south have outdoor kennels and dogs run the risk of drowning. Isabella, a puppy rescued from an animal shelter in Texas ahead of Hurricane Laura, is held by a worker from Angels of Assisi. “We try not to just help animals local, but also throughout the region. With all the new mouths to feed, Angels of Assisi is asking for donations to help with the cost of food and vet bills.

ROANOKE, Va. Unlike his tough name, this dog is as calm as it gets. Bronson is a 6-year-old pup who is one gentle dog. A couple of his favorite activities are going for car rides and laying down while getting belly rubs. Bronson can definitely learn more tricks though with help from some tasty treats. If you are interested in adopting Bronson, you can find him at Angels of Assisi.

ROANOKE, Va. Isha is a sweet kitten who loves attention and scratches. This 3-month-old girl loves playing with catnip toys and lounging next to humans. Right now, shes living life in a foster home where she gets to lay around and watch birds through the windows. Isha likes to make friends with other cats and would do fine with a respectful dog. If youre interested in adopting Isha, you can find her at Angels of Assisi.

ROANOKE, Va. Mogwai proved that she is way cuter than a gremlin and has been adopted! Mogwai has only one rule. This 5-year-old dog arrived at Angels of Assisi from another shelter that she stayed at for more than a year. She has been waiting far too long and wants to finally find a place to call home. If you are interested in adopting Mogwai, you can find her at Angels of Assisi.

ROANOKE, Va. Just like the popular Abba song, Horace really wants you to take a chance on adopting him. Staff at the shelter say this 2-year-old hound mix is the best boy in the world. Meeting people can be a little scary for Horace, but he warms up to people quickly. However, he does well with other dogs. If youre interested in adopting Horace, you can find him at Angels of Assisi.

At 2 years old, Leonard is a sweet adventurous cat. While he only has three legs, that doesnt stop him from exploring his surroundings. Catalina does well with other kitties and calm dogs with a proper introduction. If you have room in your heart and your home for two very sweet kitties, please consider adopting them. Click here to learn more about LeonardClick here to learn more about Catalina.

ROANOKE, Va. Mellow is one cool cat. This 2-year-old cat is very chill and longs for a home where he will receive lots of attention. He also would love a home where there are loads of sunny spots! Click here to learn more about Mellow.

ROANOKE, Va. This guy loves the ladies. Boss is a great 4-year-old boy. A ladies man, he is a little shy around other guys. In time, once he gets to know you, he wants to be your 52-pound lap dog. Click here to learn more about Boss.

ROANOKE, Va. Meet Charlie! This 7-year-old tree walker hound has loads of energy. Be sure you can match his active personality since he loves to go on walks and spend time outside. While Charlie does well with other dogs, he would be better suited in a home without cats or other small animals. He struggles with hearing sometimes, so he is looking for a family who will be patient with him.

ROANOKE, Va. – Kobe found a forever home! When he first arrived at the shelter, 1-year-old Kobe was painfully timid and kept to himself. Staff at the Roanoke Valley SPCA worked for a couple of weeks to coax him out of his hiding place, but now he stays up on his perch happily. As a black cat, he tends to get overlooked and wants a family to call his own. If you are interested in adopting Kobe, click here to learn more.

ROANOKE, Va. Cleo is an affectionate 2-year-old cat who is looking for some adventure in her life! Give her jingle bells and rope toys to play with and youll win her heart. She is friendly with other cats and would do well with a respectful dog. You can find her at Angels of Assisi in Roanoke.

ROANOKE, Va. With loads of energy, there is no end to playtime with this 3-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier. This bubbly canine loves being the center of attention. Her playfulness comes in handy because she enjoys playing with other dogs. The perfect home for her is with an active family who can keep up with her zest for life. Harley is available for adoption at Angels of Assisi.

ROANOKE, Va. At only 8-months-old, Indi already loves people and treats. Since he is so young, this hound tends to be nervous around unfamiliar people but will warm up to a friendly face. You can win him over easily by giving him scratches and snuggling him when he asks. Indi does well around other dogs and children. If you think Indi is the right pet for your home, you can find him at the Angels of Assisi.

ROANOKE, Va. Steve is adjusting to a new normal. For most of his life, he lived in horrible conditions with 28 other dogs, and limited to no human interaction. Because of that, this 4-year-old Collie/Border mix takes a while to get used to new people. Hes only recently, after about three months at Angels of Assisi, started letting the staff and volunteers pet me and take me for walks. The best environment for Steve would be a quiet house that has no children and a very limited amount of new people coming in and out.

ROANOKE, Va. A young boy is using lemonade to help raise money for a local animal shelter. Judah, 6, has created a website to sell lemonade and lemonade powder. A portion of the proceeds will go to Angels of Assisi in Roanoke. The plan was to have a lemonade stand in the spring, but the coronavirus pandemic happened so he created a website instead. Hes one of them, and they want to help, ONeil said.

They need a lot of rehabilitation, explained Angels of Assisi Executive Director Lisa ONeil. The South Korean meat farm the dogs were taken from is the latest one to be shut down by the Humane Society of the U.S. and Humane Society International. Angels of Assisi in Roanoke received 10 of the roughly 100 dogs saved. As a humane society rescue partner, this is the third time Angels of Assisi has received dogs from a South Korean meat farm and it may not be the last. When they go in to shut them down, they make sure theyre shut completely down.

Cancer inside her spine has paralyzed her back legs, so shes learning how to get around in a special wheelchair. (Her cancer) expanded and, for lack of a better word, ruptured her spinal cord, said Angels of Assisi medical director Josette Richmond. Not able to care for her, Gias owners surrendered her to Angels of Assisi. Angels of Assisi is hoping to break ground in about a month on a new shelter that will allow staff to provide more specialized treatment for pets. We can help animals like Gia with some thorough diagnostics right off the bat because sometimes time is very important to get animals treated, said Angels of Assisi executive director Lisa ONeil.

ROANOKE, Va. – Virginia’s stay at home order has benefited Angels of Assisi in an unforeseen way. The animal shelter has sent a record number of animals into foster care. From the beginning of March until now, Angels has placed 143 animals. Lisa O’Neill, Angels of Assisi’s executive director, said this has made a huge impact on the adoption center by lightening the load for staff and allowed them to take in more animals from other shelters who need help. Adoptions and fosters are done by appointment-only, where people can meet pets in a designated area outside.

ROANOKE, Va. – You can be an ambassador to help dogs find their forever homes. Angels of Assisi started a new program for volunteers to work with dogs that have behavioral issues or bad manners. Volunteers have to go through training and need to work with the dogs at least every other day. A lot of the dogs that end up at the shelter have been abused, so shelter workers and volunteers said this is a great chance to show those animals that people care. There is also an orientation every Friday night at 7 p.m. at Angels of Assisi, located at 415 Campbell Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA 24016.

ROANOKE, Va. – A local animal shelter is trying to give dogs a break from life in a kennel. Angels of Assisi in Roanoke is launching a new program called Doggy Day Out. You'll be able to take a dog out for a few hours - or the whole day - to help them relieve some of the stress that comes with living in a shelter. "Many of our animals come from tough situations,” said Angels of Assisi Executive Director Lisa O’Neill. Angels of Assisi will join more than 75 animal welfare organizations, including Roanoke’s Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection, that already offer the Doggy Day Out program.

ROANOKE, Va. – A local couple is teaming up with an animal shelter in Roanoke in hopes of getting more people to read. A little free library was installed at Angels of Assisi on Friday afternoon. Anyone can take a book and when you’re done, you can put it back or drop it off at another little free library. “Exactly one year ago tomorrow, February 1, we put up a little free library at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection,” Anita Finkle said. "The staff at Angels of Assisi supported it by donating books for us, so my husband had the idea of building one for them also.”You can access the library any time Angels of Assisi is open.

ROANOKE, Va. – Some of the more than two dozen dogs rescued from horrible conditions in Covington are now looking for their forever homes. 31 dogs were brought to Angels of Assisi after the rescue in December. 7 are ready for adoption. The dogs have received medical treatment and been spayed and neutered. It may take a few weeks or a few months before all the dogs are ready for adoption.

ROANOKE, Va. – Staff at Angels of Assisi are excited about the progress more than two dozen dogs have made after being rescued from "horrific conditions” in Alleghany County. While 27 dogs were rescued, Angels is now home to 29 dogs, as one of the rescues, Maria Francis, gave birth to two little girls, Beatrice and Gertrude. (Angels of Assisi)While some of the dogs still remain nervous, a few are eagerly excited when a staff member or volunteer goes to greet them, according to Angels. In connection with this case, authorities charged 57-year-old Robert Via with 63 counts related to this case: 21 counts of animal cruelty as well as 21 counts each of having dogs without licenses and rabies vaccinations. Full Screen 1 / 14 Nearly two dozen dogs have been rescued after being found living in horrific conditions in Alleghany County.