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Diamond is an affectionate, ~8-year-old spayed female mixed breed who originally came to the shelter in August 2017. She is a loyal and loving dog with a protective nature, but she is best suited for a home where she can be the only pet. Diamond is looking for a family or individual who can provide her with structure, attention, and care in a pet-free household. While she can be a wonderful companion, Diamond has challenges with other animals. She has a history of being aggressive towards cats and other pets, and due to her strong protective instincts, she needs a home where she can be the sole focus. She enjoys being around people, particularly older children, but her energy can sometimes overwhelm younger ones. Diamond is housetrained, crate-trained, and has a solid grasp of basic commands like “sit,” “stay,” and “come.” She’s medium-energy and loves to go on walks and hikes. Though she’s strong on the leash and may be leash-reactive, with some consistency and patience, she can thrive in a home that provides structure and training. Her ideal home is one where she can get plenty of attention and mental stimulation, preferably with an experienced dog owner who is familiar with managing a dog with her temperament. While Diamond does have some quirks, like being fearful of nail trims and needing a bit of extra care with new situations, her affectionate nature and love for snuggling make her a rewarding companion. Diamond has an allergy to beef, so a diet avoiding this ingredient is recommended. If you have the time, space, and experience to provide Diamond with the dedicated care she needs, she may be the perfect addition to your home. Diamond`s love is unconditional, and with the right environment, she will be a loyal, devoted companion.
This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff!
Be sure to check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements
Diamond is an affectionate, ~8-year-old spayed female mixed breed who originally came to the shelter in August 2017. She is a loyal and loving dog with a protective nature, but she is best suited for a home where she can be the only pet. Diamond is looking for a family or individual who can provide her with structure, attention, and care in a pet-free household. While she can be a wonderful companion, Diamond has challenges with other animals. She has a history of being aggressive towards cats and other pets, and due to her strong protective instincts, she needs a home where she can be the sole focus. She enjoys being around people, particularly older children, but her energy can sometimes overwhelm younger ones. Diamond is housetrained, crate-trained, and has a solid grasp of basic commands like “sit,” “stay,” and “come.” She’s medium-energy and loves to go on walks and hikes. Though she’s strong on the leash and may be leash-reactive, with some consistency and patience, she can thrive in a home that provides structure and training. Her ideal home is one where she can get plenty of attention and mental stimulation, preferably with an experienced dog owner who is familiar with managing a dog with her temperament. While Diamond does have some quirks, like being fearful of nail trims and needing a bit of extra care with new situations, her affectionate nature and love for snuggling make her a rewarding companion. Diamond has an allergy to beef, so a diet avoiding this ingredient is recommended. If you have the time, space, and experience to provide Diamond with the dedicated care she needs, she may be the perfect addition to your home. Diamond`s love is unconditional, and with the right environment, she will be a loyal, devoted companion.
This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff!
Be sure to check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
More about this shelter
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
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