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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.
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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.
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.
Web version (121 kb
PDF)
Print version (331 kb
PDF)
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.
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Male dog
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$5.00
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Female dog
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$5.00
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Unsexed (spayed or neutered) dog
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$3.00
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20 dog kennel tag
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$25.00
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50 dog kennel tag
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$35.00
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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.
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Cats
- All cats must be vaccinated for rabies at four months old or older.
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| Contact Information |
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434 Cinnabar Road
Christiansburg VA, 24073
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| Phone: | (540) 382-5795 |
| Fax: | (540) 382-5798 |
| helmickcr@verizon.net |
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| Hours: | Mon.-Fri. noon-1 p.m. and 4-5 p.m., Sat. 3-4 p.m. |
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