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Humane Society of Amherst County

Animal shelter in Amherst, Virginia

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318 Shelter Lane, Amherst, VA 24521
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Shelter FAQs

We are a facility shared by an Adoption Center and Animal Care & Control. Our goal is no more homeless animals and to reduce the pet overpopulation.
Adults can be adopted in any state. Animals under 6 months of age that can not be altered prior to adoption can only be adopted by residents of Lynchburg and Amherst Counties PLUS counties adjacent to Amherst. Adjacent counties include: Appomattox, Bedford, Campbell, Nelson & Rockbridge Counties. We are extremely RESCUE FRIENDLY - please contact our rescue coordinator for more information Andrea Cerqua @ andrea@lcshost.com or 434-660-2504

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A pre-approved application is required. Applications may be obtained online through our webiste. Vet references will be checked.
Dogs: adults $ 100., Small dogs & pure breeds $ 125. Puppies $ 125.
Cats & kittens $ 90.

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Jojo

Rat Terrier

Male, 9 yrs 5 mos

Lynchburg, VA

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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Willow

Dachshund/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos

Lynchburg, VA

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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Lizzy

Great Dane

Female, 1 yr 9 mos

Lynchburg, VA

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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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