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Stafford County Animal Shelter page provides a place for people to promote the care, safety and well-being of animals in Stafford County. Please feel free to post lost/missing animals, photos of recent adoptees or other information that may be useful to the Stafford Animal Community. Animal Control Officers are available Monday 07:00am-5:30pm; Tuesday-Friday 07:00am-8:30pm; Saturday & Sunday 7:30am-4pm. Officers may be dispatched via (540) 658-7387 or (540) 658-4440. Officers are available for emergency calls as determined by protocol 24 hours a day. Chewy Wish List: https://chewygivesback.prf.hn/click/camref:1101luBv3/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fg%2Ffriends-of-stafford-county-animal-shelter_b107524618

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11/03/2026

Hi friends! Espera here with a little announcement from my humans!

The shelter will be CLOSED Tuesday, November 3rd, for Election Day AND Wednesday, November 4th, for our regularly scheduled deep cleaning.

Now, I think being closed for TWO whole days without visitors coming to admire me, throw me a squeaky toy, or give me belly rubs is a little excessive… but apparently, the humans have some important things to do.

First, they’ll be heading out to vote, and then they’ll be giving the shelter a good deep clean so everything is fresh and ready for our animals!

We’ll reopen Thursday with our regular business hours, and I’ll be right here waiting to meet my new family!

In case you haven’t met me yet, I’m Espera! I’m a 2-year-old adoptable girl with lots of love to give and a whole lot of personality. ❤️

So go vote, enjoy your Wednesday, and come see me Thursday! I have a feeling we’re going to be best friends.

🐾 Reminder: Stafford County Animal Shelter will be CLOSED Tuesday, November 3rd, AND Wednesday, November 4th. We will reopen Thursday, November 5th at 11am!

Love,
Espera 💕

11/02/2026

KITTIES GALORE!

A few more of our many adoptable felines here at the shelter! Please come see these kitties before adoptions conclude at 5PM today. The shelter will be closed tomorrow for Election Day and on Wednesday for our regularly-scheduled staff training day. We’ll reopen Thursday at 11!

11/02/2026

🌸 Meet Flower! Our girl has been waiting long enough. 🌸

You might remember her as Baby Yoda, but we just didn’t think that was a special enough name for this special girl. So, Flower it is! ❤️

Flower has been with us for about 5 months, and we think it’s about time this girl gets the happily ever after she deserves.

She came to us as a stray and was never reclaimed. Since then, we’ve gotten to know what an incredible pup she is. Flower really is the best of all worlds! She’s spunky, sweet, and sporty, with a whole lot of brains to go along with that personality. She’s highly intelligent, loves people, and is always happy to make a new friend.

Her favorite things? Squeaky toys, belly rubs, and spending time with her people! She’s also met some kiddos and did wonderfully.

Flower is spayed and fully vaccinated, so she’s ready to head home with her new family!

Five months is a long time to wait for a family. Let’s make sure Flower’s next chapter is the one she’s been waiting for.

Come meet Flower! She deserves a home of her very own. 🌸🐾

11/02/2026

✨ MEET PAYTON: A SHY BOY WITH A BIG HEART! 🐾❤️

The world can be a big, scary place sometimes, but Payton is looking for a special someone to show him just how wonderful it can be!

Payton is a sweet, 4-year-old boy who is currently a bit terrified of his surroundings. But behind his shy exterior is a boy who desperately wants to please, loves his people deeply once he feels safe, and gets super playful when he’s comfortable! 🥹

✨ Payton’s Ideal Setup:

Needs a Canine Companion: Payton loves other dogs! Having a confident dog sibling in the home will help him feel safe and learn the ropes. 🐕🐕

Calm & Patient Environment: He needs a peaceful home where he can decompress at his own pace and settle into a predictable routine.

Kids & Cats: Great with kids! We are unsure about kitties just yet.

Medical: Neutered and fully up to date on all vaccines. 🩺

🏋️ Building His Confidence:
Payton would thrive with an adopter interested in basic confidence-building activities! Group training classes, fun agility work, or positive reinforcement games would do wonders to help this shy boy step into his true potential.

Once Payton knows you, he attaches quickly and wants nothing more than to be your best boy. If you have a calm home, a friendly dog, and a heart for a shy guy ready to blossom, come meet Payton today! 💖

Come visit Payton Monday at 11am until 5:30pm when we re-open!

11/01/2026

Guacamole is trying to see if his next family is out there🧐!

This handsome orange tabby DSH arrived to our care as a stray and surprisingly, was not reclaimed. This guy is about four-years old and has gotten along wonderfully with his roommates here at the shelter. Guac is an amazing cat and is hoping to be a lifetime companion for one lucky person/family. As he arrived stray, we do not know if he has ever been around dogs; for prospective homes with resident canines, slow introductions are best.

Guacamole is not yet neutered, so geographical adoption restrictions do currently apply. His adoption fee is $35 and hopes to see his person/people tomorrow between 11-5.

11/01/2026

In honor of Halloween and with the fall season upon us, we thought we’d share one of our orange adoptable kitties, Octavia!

Octavia is a confident little lady, the first to greet visitors to her room and never meeting a stranger. She has gotten along great with her roommates and would make a great addition to an existing cat household. We do not know if she’s lived with dogs before. She is not spayed so geographical adoption restrictions do apply.

Octavia’s adoption fee is $35 and she asks interested adopters to meet her when the shelter opens on Monday at 11 AM.

Other Info:
• Picture ID/proof of current address is required at time of adoption
• The shelter encourages adopters to bring their own carrier, but has cat boxes for $5.
• The shelter is located at 26 Frosty Lane, Stafford, VA 22554

11/01/2026

ARE YOU MISSING ME⁉️

**NOTE: The shelter is NOT accepting inquiries regarding this pet. Our goal is to reunite it with his/her family. If you are the owner or know who he/she belongs to, please reach out to the shelter. Please do not contact the shelter about adoption as it is currently on a mandatory stray holding period and not available for adoption.

This good boy was found at Pratt Park, Fredericksburg, 22405 and is wondering if anyone recognizes him or is his family and will come bust him out of the shelter, as he says it is very stressful and confusing for him. He also apologizes for the somewhat blurry image😅

If you are the owner or know who this pup belongs to please contact the shelter at [email protected] or contact the non-emergency number 540-658-4400 and ask to speak to Animal Control.

Other Info:
- Proof of ownership is required at time of redemption, as will picture ID/proof of current address.
- We estimate him to be about 2-years old or so and does not appear to be chipped.
- The shelter will open at 11 AM tomorrow. We are located at 26 Frosty Lane, Stafford, VA 22554.

10/31/2026

✨ MEET DUKE: YOUR FUTURE SOULMATE & GOOFBALL! 🐾❤️

Looking for a dog who will bond with you instantly, adore your family, and bring endless smiles to your life? Say hello to Duke, a sweet 7-year-old gentleman who is a total doll!

Duke attaches to his humans very quickly and has so much love to give. Sadly, he was surrendered to us due to worsening separation anxiety. Because he thrives on companionship and stability, we firmly believe he will flourish once he is living in a calm, structured routine alongside another dog! Once he feels settled and secure, his silly side shines through—and he gets so delightfully goofy! 🤪🐕

Duke’s Perfect Home Setup:

Must Have a Dog Sibling: Loves other dogs! He requires another canine companion in his home to help him feel confident, at ease, and less anxious when humans are away. 🐶🐶

Routine & Environment: Would do best in a calm environment with a predictable, structured daily routine.

Cats & Kids: He’s lived with cats before and is great with kids!

Vetting: Fully neutered and up to date on all vaccines. 🩺

Duke is the perfect balance of gentle sweetness and playful goofiness. If you have a welcoming dog, a structured routine, and a calm home ready for a big heart, Duke is waiting to meet you!

👉Visit us during public hours, we are open until 4pm.

10/31/2026

✨ MEET NAMI: A SWEET BOY LOOKING FOR HIS FOREVER FRESH START! 🐾❤️

Say hello to Nami, a 1-year-old sweetheart with a heart of gold! Nami’s former owners loved him dearly, but made the heartbreaking decision to surrender him when he began experiencing urinary discomfort. They wanted to make sure he received the care he needed—and we promised them we’d help him find a wonderful home!

🩺 What are urinary crystals?
Urinary crystals are small mineral formations that can build up in a cat’s bladder, causing irritation or inflammation. The fantastic news? In most cases, this is easily managed through dietary care!

✨ How Nami is doing now:
Nami has been with us for a month and a half, and he is doing AMAZING! He has been on the Royal Canin Urinary SO prescription diet, which completely dissolved his crystals and keeps new ones from forming. He eats like a champion, uses the litter box perfectly, and feels 100% back to his happy, cozy self!

🐈 Nami’s Personality & Compatibility:

People & Cats: He is super friendly, social, and loves everyone he meets—including other cats!

Living with other cats: He can live with feline friends, as long as his family manages feeding time to ensure Nami strictly eats his special prescription food.

🛍️ Extra Support for His Adopter:
To make his transition as seamless as possible, Nami comes with an exclusive Adoption Goodie Bag packed with supplies! Plus, we are happy to connect you with the vet who oversaw his care to answer any questions you may have.

Nami is young, healthy, and ready for a lifetime of love. Come meet this handsome boy today! 💙

👉 Come visit Nami today, we are open from 9:30am until 4pm.

10/31/2026

When Animal Control received a call about a cat who appeared to be injured, our officers rushed out to help. But when they arrived, they discovered it wasn't an injury—it was simply sweet Agatha, an estimated 15-year-old outdoor girl who was just tired and ready for a break from life on the streets. 🌿❤️

Agatha has officially retired from her outdoor life, and now she’s looking for a cozy, cushy home where she can live out her golden years in total comfort!

🔊 The funniest thing about Agatha? She loves to complain and voice her opinions, but her meow is super quiet and comes out as the most adorable little squeak! 📣🥹

Agatha’s Golden Girl Profile:

Age: ~15 years young 👵

Personality: Sweet, opinionated, friendly, and loves a plush bed!

Kids & Cats: Did great meeting a 4-year-old child (she will just need gentle handling due to her age) and gets along well with other cats!

Vetting: Spayed and up to date on all vaccines.

Health Note: Like many senior ladies, she’ll likely need a little joint/arthritis support to keep her feeling spry and comfortable.

After 15 years, Agatha has given life her all—now she just wants a quiet lap, a warm sunny spot, and someone to listen to her squeaky stories.

If you have a quiet corner in your heart and home for a senior sweetheart, come meet Queen Agatha today! 🏡💖

Address

26 Frosty Lane
Stafford, VA
22554

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	11am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	11am - 5:30pm
Thursday	11am - 5:30pm
Friday	11am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

(540) 658-7387

Website

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