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My basic info
Breed
Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
8 years 8 months old, Senior
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
61 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
59101263
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Meet Arya — A Gentle Soul Searching for Her Person Arya is a sweet, sensitive girl with a huge heart and so much love to give. She bonds deeply with her people, and once she trusts you, she becomes an incredibly loyal and affectionate companion. New situations can make Arya a bit anxious, and she may pant, pace, or whine when she’s feeling unsure. With patience, consistency, and kindness, she relaxes beautifully and shows her soft, loving personality. She’s the kind of dog who truly thrives when she feels safe with her person. Because Arya was fearful of a toddler in her previous home, she’s looking for a calm, adult-only household where she can decompress and feel secure. She may also enjoy sharing her home with a mellow, low-key dog, so a meet-and-greet with a resident pup is encouraged. Potential adopters who appear to be a good match will meet with a member of our Behavior or Animal Care leadership team to help set Arya—and you—up for success and ensure it’s the right fit for everyone. If you’re patient, gentle, and ready to build a meaningful bond with an incredible dog, come meet Arya. Your new best friend might be waiting for you!
This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff.
Be sure to 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
Meet Arya — A Gentle Soul Searching for Her Person Arya is a sweet, sensitive girl with a huge heart and so much love to give. She bonds deeply with her people, and once she trusts you, she becomes an incredibly loyal and affectionate companion. New situations can make Arya a bit anxious, and she may pant, pace, or whine when she’s feeling unsure. With patience, consistency, and kindness, she relaxes beautifully and shows her soft, loving personality. She’s the kind of dog who truly thrives when she feels safe with her person. Because Arya was fearful of a toddler in her previous home, she’s looking for a calm, adult-only household where she can decompress and feel secure. She may also enjoy sharing her home with a mellow, low-key dog, so a meet-and-greet with a resident pup is encouraged. Potential adopters who appear to be a good match will meet with a member of our Behavior or Animal Care leadership team to help set Arya—and you—up for success and ensure it’s the right fit for everyone. If you’re patient, gentle, and ready to build a meaningful bond with an incredible dog, come meet Arya. Your new best friend might be waiting for you!
This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff.
Be sure to 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
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
More about this shelter
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
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