Animal Shelter

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.
8875 Lorton Road
Lorton, VA 22079
Reasa Currier
Director

The Fairfax County Animal Shelter Hosts Annual “Clear the Shelters” Event with Fee-Waived Adoptions

large brown dog smiling at the cameraThe Fairfax County Animal Shelter (FCAS) is thrilled to host a "Clear the Shelters" fee-waived pet adoption event from Friday, August 23, through Sunday, August 25. This year’s event comes at a crucial time as the shelter has more than 160 animals, including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, mice, and rabbits, eagerly waiting to meet their families.

This initiative, presented by NBC and Telemundo Stations, promotes pet adoption and raises awareness for animal shelters nationwide. Since its inception in 2015, "Clear the Shelters" has successfully helped over one million pets find new homes.

“We are thrilled to join in this annual celebration of finding loving homes for adoptable pets,” says Reasa Currier, shelter director. “This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to find their perfect match. Whether you're looking for a playful kitten or a gentle senior pet, it’s all about giving these amazing animals a chance to become cherished members of a family.”

Event Details

Dates

  • Friday, August 23 through Sunday, August 25

Locations

  • Michael R. Frey Campus, 4500 West Ox Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030
  • Lorton Campus, 8875 Lorton Rd., Lorton, VA 22079

Hours

  • Friday: Noon to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information about the adoption process and to view available pets, please visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt.


Media Contact:

Rebecca Cavedon
Fairfax County Animal Shelter
Email: rebecca.cavedon@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 571-407-4165

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