Groundbreaking set for new Humane Society hub
“This moment represents years of persistence from volunteers and supporters who believed Floyd County could do more for its animals,” said Mary Weeks, Humane Society president. “We’ve made a difference for so many animals over the years, and this facility will allow us to multiply that impact.”
Every year, more than 110,000 dogs and cats enter shelters across Virginia, a challenge that affects communities of every size, including rural areas like Floyd County.
To help meet this growing local challenge, the Floyd County Humane Society is breaking ground on a new permanent facility on Monday, April 13, at noon. The ceremony marks a major milestone for the organization and the community they serve out of the shelter at 2136 Franklin Pike.
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“This moment represents years of persistence from volunteers and supporters who believed Floyd County could do more for its animals,” said Mary Weeks, Humane Society president. “We’ve made a difference for so many animals over the years, and this facility will allow us to multiply that impact.”
Founded in 1999, the Floyd County Humane Society has long relied on a network of foster homes, volunteers, and community partners to care for animals in need. The new shelter will include a dedicated meet and greet room, space for medically complex animals, 10 dog kennels, a laundry room, and more.
The path to this moment was accelerated by a transformational estate gift in 2020, which enabled the purchase of property and laid the groundwork for a permanent home. Since then, the project has been shaped and sustained by community support, including individual donors and local businesses contributing time, expertise, and resources.
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Key partners helping bring the facility to life include Cabin Fever Charities, OMNIBuild, Streamline Timberframe, and 7 Springs Farm, alongside many other donors who have invested in the organization’s long-term vision.
Over the years, the Floyd County Humane Society has provided a range of services beyond rescue and adoption, including spay and neuter assistance, pet food distribution, rabies clinics, and winter shelter support. The organization also works closely with local animal control to take in and rehome dogs and remains the only consistent resource in the community focused on caring for cats and kittens.
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The new facility is expected to increase capacity, improve outcomes, and create new opportunities for volunteer engagement and community education, all strengthening the safety net for animals across Floyd County.
The groundbreaking ceremony is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend and be part of this next chapter. To learn more about the Humane Society and support this transformative project, visit www.floydhumanesociety.org.
