It is with a whole lot of excitement I am writing to tell you our annual Christmas Open House will be in person for the first time in two years! We are all just beside ourselves. We...
Author: Jennifer Vanderau
We are quickly approaching what I think is one of the most important times of the year: giving thanks. Gratitude is so critical in our world right now and to have a holiday centered around the concept...
I was reminded recently of a story from a few years ago about a couple who returned a cat to the shelter because they were retiring. I’m going to let that one sink in a bit because...
I was speaking to a lady the other day who said her neighbors had adopted two large breed dogs from a rescue only to return them a few days later because the dogs were “too big for...
I’ve been in my new home for a few days now and I have to say I never thought this would happen to me. I’m not the prettiest dog. Never have been. The first people I lived...
A few years ago when my friend was expecting her first child, we had a conversation that has stayed with me all this time. We were having lunch and this woman is an avid animal-lover and a...
Okay. I’m talking about this one early, because you are going to want to be there and you need to mark your calendars. Our 22nd annual Dog Walk and Contests will be held on October 29 at...
It’s amazing how it’s possible to get used to something the longer it’s experienced. He has fleas. Has had them for years. Living outside, tied to a dog box like he is, it’s not unusual. He remembers...
I found a quote online the other day that said, Joy is a power. Cultivate it. Well let me tell you, I was cultivating like crazy last weekend. The Puppy Paddle was held at the Chambersburg Municipal...
CVAS has a real gem that helps our animals – our thrift store. The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter Thrift Store is at 66 South Main Street in Chambersburg. Anyone who shops at or donates to our store...
