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The Latest Companion Animal News from VT
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One week in a foster home dramatically improves shelter dogs’ lives , articleA new study shows that a week away from the kennel may be one of the best stress-relievers a shelter dog can get — and pairing them with a familiar canine buddy when they return helps even more.
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Fetching fashion: Students help shelter dogs shine in runway show , articleThe Struttin’ for PAWS adoption fashion show will be held May 8 on the Graduate Life Center lawn.
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Man’s best friend could be the spotted lanternfly’s worst enemy , articleVirginia Tech researchers found that everyday dog-handler teams can effectively detect spotted lanternfly egg masses, offering a community-driven tool to fight invasive agricultural pests.
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Video ItemStudents develop program to help shelter dogs , video
A group students in the College of Agriculture and Life Science's School of Animal Sciences are working on an independent study to improve the lives of shelter dogs through enrichment and training programs.
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Video ItemVirginia Tech forms unique partnership with Roanoke Valley SPCA , video
The collaboration will provide hands-on learning for students as well as research opportunities for faculty. Virginia Tech's School of Animal Sciences newest faculty member Megan Arant will provide a dual role for teaching and also improving the shelter experience.
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Pairing shelter dogs has ‘pawsitive’ results , articleA Virginia Tech-led study of shelter dogs revealed that dogs housed with a well-matched companion less stressed and adopted faster than dogs housed alone.
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Upcoming Events
March 18, 2026
Cat Adoption Event
102 Plantation Rd NW
Blacksburg
5:00 - 6:00 PM
See the cats available for foster or adoption.