Richmond Animal Care and Control Division provides humane care for stray, abused and lost animals. Our staff of professional animal control officers investigates animal cruelty, issues licenses, enforces rabies laws, picks up stray/vicious animals, conducts adoptions and lost and found services, and provides pet education programs in Richmond Public Schools.
Visit our facility or view our pets seeking permanent, loving homes.
The Richmond Animal Care and Control Division is nationally recognized for its excellent record of animal care and adoptions.
Forms
Lost and Found Animals
If you have lost your pet it is important to visit the shelter at the earliest opportunity and on a regular basis. You can download the
Lost Pet Poster and Tips Part 1
and Lost Pet Poster and Tips Part 2
Remember when finding or losing a pet to call and visit all surrounding shelters and the veterinary emergency centers
in your area. Talk to your neighbors and get posters up!
Individuals finding pets should call or complete the form above and mail or fax it to Richmond Animal Care & Control.
Please disregard any questions on the form that do not apply. You may contact Animal Control at (804)646-5573 if you have any questions.
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Richmond Animal Care & Control
1600 Chamberlayne Ave.
Richmond, VA 23222
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Hours Open to the Public
| Days of the Week | Hours |
| Tuesday - Friday | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Hours of Operation
| Days of the Week | Hours |
| Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
After hours, please call (804)646-5123 for animal-related problems or emergencies.
If you have questions, please call the city's Customer Care Center at 3-1-1