Animal Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays. Please note: We take our last adoption application 30 minutes before closing.
4500 West Ox Road
Fairfax, VA 22030
Reasa Currier
Director

Upcoming Events

Stay connected with upcoming events and ongoing programs at FCAS. From special events to regular favorites like Reading Tails and more, we’ve gathered everything you need to know about what’s happening across our campuses and in the community.

Reading Tails | Lorton Campus

Reading Tails is a fun and engaging program where kids learn about FCAS and improve their reading skills by sharing bedtime stories with shelter pets! The program includes a behind‑the‑scenes tour of the shelter and plenty of time for participating kids to read a bedtime story to a shelter pet of their choosing, whether it’s a dog, cat, rabbit, guinea pig, or even a mouse.

Reading Tails | Michael R. Frey Campus

Reading Tails is a fun and engaging program where kids learn about FCAS and improve their reading skills by sharing bedtime stories with shelter pets! The program includes a behind‑the‑scenes tour of the shelter and plenty of time for participating kids to read a bedtime story to a shelter pet of their choosing, whether it’s a dog, cat, rabbit, guinea pig, or even a mouse.

Vaccine and Microchip Clinic

05/06/2026 9:00 am to 05/06/2026 11:00 am

Our Pet Resource Center offers Fairfax County residents low‑cost pet vaccinations and microchipping, without the added expense of a veterinary exam. All clinics are first‑come, first‑served and are cash only.

May Volunteer Info Session: Dog Handlers

05/07/2026 12:00 pm

We're currently recruiting for dog handler volunteers for our Lorton Campus! Join us for our virtual New Volunteer Information Session and learn about the role and volunteer recruitment process here.

Kitten Spring Fling

05/09/2026 11:00 am to 05/09/2026 2:00 pm

Meet adorable kittens, enjoy activity stations, and explore easy ways to support shelter pets. Whether you’re stopping by to learn, create, or simply enjoy the day, there’s something for everyone at our second annual Kitten Spring Fling!

Empty the Shelters

05/15/2026 12:00 pm to 05/17/2026 5:00 pm

We're excited to participate in BISSELL Pet Foundation’s 10th anniversary Empty the Shelters event! From May 15–17, 2026, adoption fees are waived for all animals at both of our campuses.

To see available cats and dogs, visit our Adoptions page.

Lorton Campus

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Vaccine and Microchip Clinic

05/29/2026 9:00 am to 05/29/2026 11:00 am

Our Pet Resource Center offers Fairfax County residents low‑cost pet vaccinations and microchipping, without the added expense of a veterinary exam. All clinics are first‑come, first‑served and are cash only.

Vaccine and Microchip Clinic

06/03/2026 9:00 am to 06/03/2026 11:00 am

Our Pet Resource Center offers Fairfax County residents low‑cost pet vaccinations and microchipping, without the added expense of a veterinary exam. All clinics are first‑come, first‑served and are cash only.

Vaccine and Microchip Clinic

06/26/2026 9:00 am to 06/26/2026 11:00 am

Our Pet Resource Center offers Fairfax County residents low‑cost pet vaccinations and microchipping, without the added expense of a veterinary exam. All clinics are first‑come, first‑served and are cash only.
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