FCAS Field Services protects public safety, promotes humane treatment of animals, and supports residents throughout Fairfax County. Our Animal Services Officers (ASOs) respond to calls involving domestic animals, livestock, and wildlife. They carry out the county’s animal control responsibilities and uphold state animal laws by responding to animal‑related safety concerns, conducting investigations, and helping resolve issues in the community.
With two shelter campuses serving more than 1.2 million residents, FCAS provides community education, public safety response, and humane, evidence‑based animal care that helps the community and animals stay safe.
What Our ASOs Do
- Respond to animal bite and rabies‑related incidents
- Investigate cruelty, neglect, and dangerous animal situations
- Capture stray animals and assist wildlife in distress
- Provide community education about animal laws and pet safety
- Support agencies including Police, Fire and Rescue, and the Health Department
- Assist with animal care and enrichment in our shelters
For immediate emergencies, call 911. For animal-related assistance, including wildlife concerns, call the non-emergency line at 703-691-2131.