Virginian Pilot Announcement
Chesapeake rescue to open doggy daycare in former Pups and Pints spot in Virginia Beach | By CLARE PACELLA | Image credit: Kendell Warner
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Reba’s Animal Rescue is expanding into Virginia Beach
We are overwhelmed with gratitude and excitement to officially share that Reba’s Animal Rescue is expanding into Virginia Beach.
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Babe and Buster: still holding on to each other
Some dogs come to Reba’s with a difficult past. Others come with nothing but each other.
When the California wildfires tore through communities in San Diego, Babe and Buster were left behind with no safety net, no rescue waiting, and no clear future ahead of them. One person refused to let that happen. They loaded these two into a car and drove them across the country so they could have a second chance at life here with Reba’s Rescue.
They have been with us since June 2025.
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A Visit to The Reserve Senior Living
In April, Reba’s brought a few of our adoptable dogs to offer snuggles and comfort to senior residents.
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Author and speaker, 80s pop culture guy Chris Clews visits Reba’s
We are incredibly grateful to Chris Clews for shining a spotlight on Reba’s Animal Rescue during his keynote at the VACMAA 40th Anniversary Kickoff. It means so much to us when speakers and leaders intentionally use their platforms to uplift local rescues and advocate for animals in need. Chris took the time to visit our
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Little Red is Famous!
Thank you to Shelley’s Puppies and FM99 for visiting us at the Sam’s Club event and giving a shout out to Little Red! Watch her Facebook reel Read little Reds bio
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Thank You to Everyone From Reba’s Rescue!
Our Second Anniversary event has officially wrapped, and our hearts are so full. Thank you to every adopter, supporter, visitor, and friend who stopped by today, you helped make this day truly special for our animals.
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Eagle Scout Project for Animal Enrichment
Trey is a Life Scout with Troop 6 in Chesapeake, and he has chosen Reba’s Animal Rescue for his Eagle Scout project. Trey built four different types of agility equipment to help keep our shelter animals active while they wait for their forever homes.
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Huskies Up for Adoption on Coast Live
WATCH HERE We’re excited to share that Reba’s Rescue was featured live on WTKR News Channel 3’s Coast Live this morning! Reba’s Director Meagan Goins and Rescuer Mary Cosio joined the show to tell the heartwarming story of Buster and Babe—two animals who’ve made an incredible transformation since coming into our care. The photo shown
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Teddy Visits Harmony at Oakbrooke
Watch video Our very own Teddy, Reba’s “Second-in-Command,” paid a special visit to the wonderful residents of Harmony at Oakbrooke in July. And let’s just say, it was love at first tail wag! Teddy brought his signature charm, gentle cuddles, and goofy grins to brighten the day for the senior living there. From lap snuggles
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Maimonides Visit – June 2025
Greg had a heartwarming day joining our team, Blake and Tyler, at the Maimonides Health Center for another round of pet therapy! It’s always a joy to bring some furry love to the residents, and Greg was an absolute star, soaking up the attention, offering gentle snuggles, and spreading happiness with every wag of his
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Hometown Hero Award
We are beyond proud to share that our very own Meagan Goins has been honored as a Hometown Hero by Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial! Meagan was nominated by her peers for her tireless, selfless dedication to every animal (and person) who crosses Reba’s Animal Rescue’s threshold. From late-night medical emergencies to celebrating each adoption victory,
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Bingo Brings Sunshine to The Maimonides Center – May 2025
This week we brought a little sunshine to the residents at Maimonides Health Center of Virginia Beach! Reba’s “Top Dog”, Bingo, spent the afternoon sharing snuggles, gentle tail wags, and plenty of happy licks with seniors who needed a furry friend. Seeing faces light up as Bingo strolled through the common room, pausing for pets,
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Poochella – May 2025
We hit the road for one of the biggest pet parties of the year — PETA’s annual POOCHELLA at Bea Arthur Dog Park in Norfolk Visitors had the chance to: Meet adorable, adoptable dogs from local shelters Feast on the BEST animal-friendly burgers hot off the grill Snag fun freebies and goodies Chat with team
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Adoptable Animals on Coast Live
Meagan Goins and Blake Richardson from Reba’s Animal Rescue join Coast Live with adoptable dog Ponyo to share the shelter’s story, and highlight some furry friends trying to find their forever families.
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NewsMaimonides Health Center – March 2025
This has been as heartwarming as this beautiful weather at Reba’s Rescue as we kicked off the first day of spring with a special visit that brought joy to both our furry friends and the senior residents of Maimonides Health Center! We had the honor of bringing Marlin, one of our sweetest adoptable pups, on
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