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Many adoptable dogs are 
available at the Montgomery County Animal Shelter.
The pictured retriever mix and mixed breed are two dogs that have been available for adoption from the County Animal Shelter. Visit this page to find additional pictures and information about currently available dogs.
Animal Control officers enforce County regulations for fowl, poultry, livestock, and dangerous animals; check for animal licenses and dog tags; control stray animals, remove wild animals, and dispose of animals. They administer the Animal Shelter and investigate animal cruelty and abuse cases and bite/rabies cases.

County Animal Shelter Hours
  • Mon - Fri: noon - 1 p.m. & 4 - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday: Noon - 4 p.m.

  • Chief Animal Control Officer Ray Helmick and Deputy Animal Control Officers Scott Richardson and Mavin Ogle are either on duty or on call at all times. A message can be left during closed hours. If you have an emergency, contact the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

    If you would like more information on volunteering with the Montgomery County Animal Shelter please visit www.mcfacc.org.

    Media
  • New Animal Shelter Presentation 1/22/09
    [Requires Free Real Audio Player- Click here to get RA]
  • Presentation given by Shelter Planners of America on Jan. 22
  • Animal Shelter and Spay Neuter Clinic - presentation to the Board of Supervisors, Jan. 12, 2009. PDF | Flash Paper
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    A Guide to Pet Ownership
    View or download a copy of "A Guide to Pet Ownership." The pamphlet describes Montgomery County's animal laws, frequently encountered problems, and sources for additional information and assistance.
     
    Dogs
    • All dogs four months old or older must be vaccinated for rabies.
    • All dogs must have a county license obtained from the Treasurer's Office or at the Blacksburg Municipal Building. Licenses can be obtained with proof of rabies vaccination certificates from your veterinarian.
    • Dog licenses must be renewed yearly. They expire December 31.
    Annual dog tag fees
    Male dog $5.00
    Female dog $5.00
    Unsexed (spayed or neutered) dog $3.00
    20 dog kennel tag $25.00
    50 dog kennel tag $35.00
     
      Adoption
      Dogs can be adopted from the County Shelter for a minimal fee. Puppies are available for adoption at no charge. The adoption agreement requires that any unneutered dogs upon adoption must be sterilized within 30 days. Puppies must be sterilized when they reach six months of age. The dogs must be properly vaccinated for rabies and licenses obtained as stated above. Providing a home (thereby saving a dog from possible extermination) and being a responsible owner for the animal are certainly appreciated.
     
    Cats
    • All cats must be vaccinated for rabies at four months old or older.
     
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    Contact Information
    434 Cinnabar Road
    Christiansburg VA, 24073
    Phone: (540) 382-5795
    Fax: (540) 382-5798
    helmickcr@verizon.net
    Hours: Mon.-Fri. noon-1 p.m. and 4-5 p.m., Sat. 3-4 p.m.

     


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