Help us Create More Healthy Smiles and Wagging Tails

August 31, 2025

Give, Refer, and Win: Help Create Healthy Smiles and Wagging Tails

At Vacca Family Dentistry, we're excited to invite our patients and neighbors to join us in supporting two causes close to our hearts: helping vulnerable dogs get a second chance and creating more healthy smiles in our community.


Now until October 31st, you can help in two simple ways: 


  1. Refer a family member, friend, coworker or neighbor to our practice and/or
  2. Bring a pet donation (listed below) by our office to benefit Sanctuary Rescue - a local nonprofit dedicated to saving at-risk dogs. 


In appreciation, for each referral and/or pet donation you get an entry into our latest Patient Appreciation Giveaway—a chance to win a Solo Stove Fire Pit! Just in time for fall! 


All Smiles Matter


We all know the power of a smile. But we also know that smiles aren’t just for people—our furry friends have plenty to share, too. A wagging tail or joyful bark from an at-risk dog reminds us that compassion extends far beyond ourselves. Supporting Sanctuary Rescue allows us to ensure more happy smiles—human and canine—throughout Midlothian. This is a cause we can all get behind!


About Sanctuary Rescue


Sanctuary Rescue is a foster-based rescue organization right here in our community. They specialize in saving dogs who often get overlooked: puppies who need round-the-clock care, seniors who deserve to live out their golden years in comfort, orphans without mothers, and dogs with special medical or emotional needs. Instead of housing dogs in a facility, Sanctuary Rescue relies on a network of foster families who open their homes and hearts to these animals. Each dog receives medical care, training, and love while waiting to be adopted into a permanent family. This model not only reduces stress for the animals but also helps them thrive in a home environment from the very start.


The work of Sanctuary Rescue doesn’t stop at providing food, shelter and forever homes for dogs. Their team also educates the community about responsible pet ownership. They’re committed to ensuring that every dog has the opportunity to experience safety, love, and belonging.


How You Can Help


We’re proud to use our office as a collection point for donations that help Sanctuary Rescue continue their mission. The pet items that make the biggest impact include:

  • New, unopened dog food (especially puppy formulas)
  • Blankets and towels
  • Crates and carriers
  • Leashes, collars, and harnesses
  • Toys and treats
  • Cleaning supplies


https://linktr.ee/sanctuaryrescue


Every item donated helps Sanctuary Rescue provide comfort and care for dogs in need. Even a small contribution can make a huge difference in the life of a pup waiting for a forever home.


Join Us in Giving Back!


We believe that when a community comes together we're stronger as a community. And at the end of the day, it’s about caring for others, uplifting one another, and recognizing that all smiles (and wagging tails) matter.


To learn more about Sanctuary Rescue, visit: https://www.sanctuaryrescue.com/

To refer a friend to Vacca Family Dentistry, visit: https://www.vaccafamilydentistry.com/refer-a-friend

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