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Some people may not talk about Bruno... but here at the shelter we love to! Bruno the 49lb, scruffy dog that is. Bruno is a friendly and human-oriented dog who just wants lots of pets and affection. He needs a little time to warm up to new people but quickly becomes a loyal friend. Bruno previously lived in a home with a young child and did well. Bruno is excitable and high energy, so an active home is ideal. Bruno likes his personal space when it comes to his toys and meals. We always recommend giving a dog space while eating a meal or a long-lasting treat. Bruno appreciates it! He does not have much experience with dog-to-dog socialization but appears interested in meeting other canines. He can be reactive towards other dogs on leash but is curious about getting to know them. If you have another canine family member, we highly recommend bringing them to the shelter to make sure Bruno is a good fit for your pack!
If you'd like to meet our available pets, please check the "shelter information" box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt.
Some people may not talk about Bruno... but here at the shelter we love to! Bruno the 49lb, scruffy dog that is. Bruno is a friendly and human-oriented dog who just wants lots of pets and affection. He needs a little time to warm up to new people but quickly becomes a loyal friend. Bruno previously lived in a home with a young child and did well. Bruno is excitable and high energy, so an active home is ideal. Bruno likes his personal space when it comes to his toys and meals. We always recommend giving a dog space while eating a meal or a long-lasting treat. Bruno appreciates it! He does not have much experience with dog-to-dog socialization but appears interested in meeting other canines. He can be reactive towards other dogs on leash but is curious about getting to know them. If you have another canine family member, we highly recommend bringing them to the shelter to make sure Bruno is a good fit for your pack!
If you'd like to meet our available pets, please check the "shelter information" box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt.
Both our Michael R Frey Campus, located at 4500 West Ox Rd. in Fairfax, and our Lorton Campus, located at 8875 Lorton Rd. in Lorton, are open for same-day, walk-in adoptions Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and closed Mondays. Please note: We take our last adoption application 30 minutes before closing.
Both our Michael R Frey Campus, located at 4500 West Ox Rd. in Fairfax, and our Lorton Campus, located at 8875 Lorton Rd. in Lorton, are open for same-day, walk-in adoptions Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and closed Mondays. Please note: We take our last adoption application 30 minutes before closing.
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Monday: Closed
Tuesday and Wednesday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday and Friday: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Please note: We take our last adoption application 30 minutes before closing.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday and Wednesday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday and Friday: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Please note: We take our last adoption application 30 minutes before closing.
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We are excited to welcome our community to the state-of-the-art Fairfax County Animal Shelter Lorton Campus! The Lorton Campus is open for dog, cat and small animal adoptions. Our adoption process and hours will be the same as those of our Michael R Frey Campus in Fairfax.
We are excited to welcome our community to the state-of-the-art Fairfax County Animal Shelter Lorton Campus! The Lorton Campus is open for dog, cat and small animal adoptions. Our adoption process and hours will be the same as those of our Michael R Frey Campus in Fairfax.
