Loudoun County Animal Services

Do you like to have fun? Rico LOVES to have FUN! Rico loves walks, hikes, playtime, fetch, tug of war, learning tricks - you name it, he loves it! Rico lived with a dog and teenagers before. Interested in adopting this 1yr old dog? Stop by and ask about Rico today - we're open 11am-6pm!

8 Sept

Oshkosh B’Gosh is here to grace your feed with his good looks! But this adoptable kitten is more than just a pretty face, he’s got the purr-sonality to match! Of course, you can’t experience all that charm through a screen, so come meet Oshkosh B’Gosh yourself! We're open 11am-6pm for adoptions.

1 Sept

217 animals adopted this month means we ran out of room on the adoption board! 46 of these adoptions were during our Clear the Shelters adoption event weekend! 🥳🐶😸🐰 Thank you to everyone who came to the animal shelter this month to adopt! #CleartheShelters #Adopted #LoudounLovesAnimals

26 Aug

LOOK AT THIS ONE 🐶 Interested in adopting one of these adorable puppies? We’re open 11am-6pm! Stop by the animal shelter and adopt a new best friend today! #loudounlovesanimals

10 Aug

A little spicy, a little tangy, and a serious lover of heat, meet Tajin! 🌶️☀️ This vibrant bearded dragon loves basking under her heat lamps and meeting new friends. Want to meet her? Stop by the shelter daily, 11 AM to 6 PM, no appointments needed! #Adopt #LoudounCounty

3 Aug

It was a busy July with 165 adoptions! Congratulations and thank you to everyone who adopted! ☀🐶😸🐰🐹

27 July

We're celebrating 5 years in our Leesburg location this Thursday, and you're invited to join the celebration! From Thursday, July 30 through Saturday, August 1, adoption fees for all available animals will be just $5! 🎉🐾 View available pets on our website! www.loudoun.gov/534/Available-Pets

20 July

How does Snoe beat the heat? ☀️ With a fabulous hat, of course! Snoe loves people, walks, cozy naps, and playing tug. Her foster family says she was the perfect house guest with wonderful manners. Meet this sweet, playful girl at the shelter today, we're open 11am –6pm!

1 July

We're celebrating 163 adoptions in June! 🐶😸🐰 Congratulations to all these new families - thank you for adopting a shelter pet!

25 June

Squeak, Wheek, Hop & Splash! Our small animal adoption fees are WAIVED starting today, Thursday, June 25th through Sunday, June 28th. Rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, bearded dragons - check out our adoptable smalls on our website or stop by the shelter. We are open from 11am-6pm for adoptions!

22 June

Meet Rockie! Rockie has lived with other dogs and cats before and his previous home said he was house trained as well! Rockie is about 7 years old and loves to spend his days here at the shelter soaking up belly rubs from our volunteers! Interested in meeting him? We're open 11-6pm for adoptions!

16 June

Looking to add a rotund little snowball to your family? Meet Snoe!❄🐶❤ She poses perfectly for #TongueOutTuesday, has great leash manners, gets along with dog friends here at the shelter and was housetrained in her previous home! We're open daily 11am-6pm for adoptions! Come meet Snoe today!

10 June

Time for a game! What breed/breeds do you think Maya is? While we don’t assign breeds to our dogs here at the shelter (visual breed identification can be very inaccurate) some dogs arrive with DNA test results - and Maya is one of them! Comment below and we’ll reveal the answer later today!

11 June

Did you guess right? Check out the breed breakdown below: Maya is 51.8% Golden Retriever, 30% Australian Cattle Dog, 11.7% American Pit Bull Terrier and 6.5% Treeing Walker Coonhound! Did you get any right?

19 May

Hercules might be small, but his requests for pets come with the strength of a thousand warriors. 💪🐶😂 Ready to have your heart conquered by 26 pounds of irresistible pooch? Stop by the shelter and meet him! We’re open daily from 11am–6pm

11 May

What a busy adoption event! 38 adoptions filled our hearts with tail wags and purrs - thank you to everyone for adopting! 🐶😺 #LoudounLovesAnimals

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1 May

#Loudoun County will waive pet adoption fees May 8 – 10, 2026, at the @animals.loudoun.gov Animal Shelter, 42225 Adoption Drive, Leesburg. Adoption fees will be waived for all available pets, which include cats, kittens, dogs, puppies & small pets. Details: bit.ly/4eWkQ0c

23 Apr

Max loves field trips! He is well behaved in the car, a good boy on leash and loves watching the squirrels run up and down the trees! Here at the shelter Max enjoys playful dog friends and spending time snuggling with the volunteers. Interested in meeting Max? Stop by the shelter!

15 Apr

How about a quick scroll break to admire adoptable Sully soaking up the sunshine in his flower crown? 🐶🌸💛 Interested in meeting this sweet senior? We're open 11am-6pm for adoptions!

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14 Apr

#Loudoun Supervisors have proclaimed 4/12 – 4/18/26, as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The proclamation honors the men and women whose diligence & professionalism helps keep our community safe. More: bit.ly/4maneC7 @fire.loudoun.gov @sheriff.loudoun.gov @animals.loudoun.gov

15 Apr

☀🐢Sun's out, turtles out! (That's the saying, right? 😂) Since yesterday was such a gorgeous day, staff set up an enrichment pool outside for Barney the turtle! He loved it! Need a basking buddy? Stop by the shelter and ask staff about Barney today!

2 Apr

March wrapped up with 129 adoptions! Thank you to everyone who came to the animal shelter to adopt a new friend! 🐶🐰😺 #LoudounLovesAnimals #Loudoun #LoudounCountyAnimalServices

20 Mar

Edgar has read your emails and he finds them incredibly boring. Do you know what would be a better use of your time? Snuggles with him of course! If you're looking to create a better work/life balance, Edgar might just be the cat for you. Stop by the shelter! We are open 11am-6pm for adoptions!

10 Mar

Who's ready to get outside? Luna is! This happy dog loves the outdoors, you'll find her playing with her toys or sunbathing in the yards! Luna is about 2 years old, she loves zoomies, toys and getting attention from staff and volunteers! Come meet her - we're open 11am-6pm!

9 Mar

He's floofy, he's gorgeous, and he's available for adoption! Meet Sebastian! Sebastian loves talking to our volunteers about his feelings and meowing at anyone who enters the cat adoption room! Interested in meeting him? Stop by the shelter! We are open daily for adoptions from 11am-6pm.

5 Mar

Another rainy day? Another day of snoozing in bed for Peter! 😺🌧️ At 12 years old, Peter knows the best cure for a gloomy day is a cozy bed, a snuggle with a volunteer and some crunchy cat treats! Come meet Peter at the animal shelter from 11am-6pm!

4 Mar

Alex the guinea pig spent the week in a classroom through our “Foster Friends” program, teaching students about care and handling! Now he’s back at the shelter and ready for adoption. Come meet him! Is your classroom (or office) interested in fostering? Learn more: www.loudoun.gov/3031/Foster-...

2 Mar

Our February was full of love with 155 adoptions!🩷 Congratulations and thank you to all of our adopters!

25 Feb

Meet Marley & Reggie, a bonded senior BFF duo! They're vintage, seasoned, classic. They’ve swapped puppy chaos for backyard fetch (with plenty of belly rub breaks). They do well with mellow dogs and might enjoy a dog sibling in a future home. Ready for double the love? Meet them at LCAS today! 🐾

18 Feb

Shaco knows you were about to scroll right past him and he’s not mad at you, he’s just disappointed. With 13 years of sunbeam-earned wisdom, Shaco is prepared to forgive if you visit him in person (and bring a catnip mouse toy, his favorite). We’re open for adoptions from 11am–6pm!

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13 Feb

@animals.loudoun.gov is offering a limited number of free spay/neuter surgeries for barn and outdoor cats. Appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis for procedures in February & March. Find details, including a link to register, here: bit.ly/4rn1BAs

12 Feb

Show our adoptable cats some love - come to Crochet Club tonight, Thurs 2/12 from 6-7pm at LCAS and make heart shaped cat toys! ❤🩷❤🩷❤🩷 We will have supplies and lessons available, all skill levels welcome! Crochet Club is recommended for ages 12+. No sign up required.

4 Feb

Good morning from Gouda! He heard the crack of wet food cans and is officially up, glowing, and present for breakfast! 😹 Ready to have your heart melted by this gorgeous, 3 year old cat? Come meet Gouda today! We’re open 11am–6pm for adoptions, no appointment needed.

2 Feb

97 adoptions in the month of January kept the winter blues away! ❄ Thank you to everyone who adopted a new best friend! 🐶😸🐰 #Adopted #ShelterPets #LoudounLovesAnimals

2 Feb

We love seeing all these pets go home! Thank you for adopting a shelter pet!

Which adoptable cat is your snowed-in spirit animal? 🍿Are you Mickey? Lounging around like it’s your full-time job, snacking nonstop, zero thoughts, zero responsibilities.

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❄Are you Rita? Completely in shock about these single digit temperatures and disassociating until further notice.

🏖Or are you Peaches? Soaking up every little bit of sun you can find and pretending you're on a tropical island somewhere. Let us know in the comments or better yet, come adopt your spirit cat! They are here at the shelter waiting for you!

Which adoptable cat is your snowed-in spirit animal? 🍿Are you Mickey? Lounging around like it’s your full-time job, snacking nonstop, zero thoughts, zero responsibilities.

🛏Are you Zoey? Still in bed, not leaving unless ABSOLUTELY necessary.

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25 Jan

Snow much to learn, snow little time. Now that the snow and ice are here, brush up on these winter weather safety tips from @fire.loudoun.gov and @animals.loudoun.gov!

28 Jan

You know what makes chilly days a whole lot better? Puppy snuggles, of course! Adopt one of these adorable cuties and fill your days with endless cuddles, happy tail wags, and nonstop fun. Fin and Munch are both 14 weeks old and ready to find a home. Stop by from 11am-6pm and ask about them!

23 Jan

Feeling a little frosty about the upcoming winter weather? Cyrus knows just how you feel! ❄️ Cyrus loves being a couch potato. His BFF Zoey is equally laid back and loves purring at your side. This bonded duo is available for adoption! Come adopt and fill your snow days with cuddles!

20 Jan

Is it lunchtime yet? Goyita would be thrilled to help you investigate any snacks you might have! 😹 5 month old Goyita is sweet, playful, and full of curiosity about the world around her. Interested in meeting her? We’re open for adoptions from 11am–6pm!

16 Jan

Today is National Appreciate a Dragon Day! We're celebrating with adoptable Laxus! 🐉Interested in bringing this bearded dragon home? Stop by the shelter and ask staff about adopting him today! #LoudounLovesAnimals #NationalAppreciateADragonDay

Just before the New Year, HLEO Henry and Deputy Chief Smokoska responded to a call about a fox that had become trapped in a net. When they arrived, they found the fox completely entangled. He had dragged the net into a fence line, which caused it to wrap even tighter around his body.

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This fox had no other medical concerns and was released back just a few hours later. We’re very grateful to the community member who contacted us right away. Because of their quick action, we were able to secure and help him before any injuries occurred.

You can help keep our local wildlife safe. Small steps like putting away sport nets when not in use can make a big difference. If you see an animal in need of assistance call us at 703-777-0406.

The officers were able to remove the net from his legs on scene, but the material was tightly wrapped around his neck so with the help of Kristi's Caring Hands Wildlife Rehab, the fox was transported to Blue Ridge Wildlife Center where he was sedated and the remaining netting was removed.

7 Jan

Ok, maybe yesterday evening wasn't the best time (or lighting) to try and get cute, wiggly puppy photos. You'll just have to take our word on how cute they are! Aspen, Cedar, Juniper and Maple are 5 months old and powered entirely by zoomies and joy. Stop by to meet them, we are open 11am-6pm!