Dog Adopters Needed In Loudoun County, Adoption Fees Waived

LOUDOUN COUNTY, VA — The Loudoun County Animal Shelter needs foster homes and forever families for dogs. Through March 16, the animal shelter will waive adoption fees on all animals 1 year old or older to help them find homes.

The animal shelter said its seen a substantial increase in the number of dogs who need homes to start the year.

From Dec. 6, 2020 to March 6, 2021, the animal shelter welcomed 93 dogs. From Dec. 6, 2021 to March 6, 2022, the shelter has seen 210 dogs.

Though the animal shelter opened a new, larger facility in 2021, its kennel has reached maximum capacity.

Loudoun County Animal Services noted that the current economic climate has rendered many families unable to care for their pets. Many residents have also expressed difficulty finding pet-friendly homes.

"So many of these pets had loving families, and through no fault of their own now need a new place to call home,” LCAS Operations Manager Melissa Heard said in a news release. “While we work with as many families as possible to help them keep their pets, right now we are in critical need of adopters and temporary fosters willing to take adult dogs."

Anyone interested in fostering a dog can fill out the animal shelter's interest form. The county's animal services division will provide food, support, and supplies. The foster experience lets dogs in need experience home for up to two weeks.

The county also offers resources for families who are concerned about losing their pets. The pet pantry offers pet food for those who need it, and the Post-Adoption Well-Being and Support program offers additional resources.