Richmond Animal Care & Control

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 Click Here to 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.Click here to see our performance results for 2008

Pet License Application Link – Ensure your pet returns home if lost.

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 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!

Download the Pet Lost and Found Form*

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 646-5573 if you have any questions.

Submit Form With Photo To:
Richmond Animal Care & Control
1600 Chamberlayne Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23222
Telephone: (804)646-5573
Fax: (804)646-5586