Humane Society of Fairfax County in Fairfax, Virginia
About Humane Society of Fairfax County
Humane Society of Fairfax County is a humane society in Fairfax, Fairfax City, Virginia. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1966. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Commonwealth Humane Society, about 0.3 mi away.
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38.84463, -77.30731
What Humane Society of Fairfax County does
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- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Commonwealth Humane Society4122 Leonard Dr Ste 300, Fairfax, VAHumane society0.3 mi
- City of Fairfax Animal Control and Animal Shelter3730 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VAAnimal control0.6 mi
- 4Paws Rescue Team10708 Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VAAnimal rescue0.9 mi
- Homeward Trails Animal Rescue11116 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VAAnimal rescue3.2 mi
- Commonwealth Humane Society11837 Waples Mill Rd, Oakton, VAHumane society3.4 mi
- Fairfax County Animal Services4500 West Ox Rd, Fairfax, VAAnimal control3.6 mi
- Fairfax County Animal Shelter4500 West Ox Road, Greenbriar, VAAnimal shelter3.6 mi
- Wolf Trap Animal Rescue8300 Merrifield Ave Ste C, Fairfax, VAAnimal rescue4.7 mi
- Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation6801 Wilson Blvd, Falls Church, VAAnimal rescue8.4 mi
- A Forever Home Rescue Foundation14508G Lee Rd, Chantilly, VAAnimal rescue8.4 mi
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Where is Humane Society of Fairfax County located?
Humane Society of Fairfax County is at 4057 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 in Fairfax City.
What are the hours of Humane Society of Fairfax County?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (703) 385-7387 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Humane Society of Fairfax County?
Start on hsfc.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Humane Society of Fairfax County?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Humane Society of Fairfax County tax-deductible?
Humane Society of Fairfax County matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 54-6064956), with reported annual revenue of about $2,368,510. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Shelter vs Rescue vs Humane SocietyHow municipal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs and foster-based rescues differ in funding, intake and adoption.
- How to Help an Animal ShelterDonations that shelters actually need, volunteering, fostering, sharing adoptable pets and other ways to help without adopting.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.