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When it comes to Sake, some like it Hot. And those are exactly the kind of people who would adore Hot Sake, the fun and flavorful dog! Hot Sake is a young adult, beautiful girl dog with a warm and friendly personality to match. She enjoys long walks (and even runs) through the woods, belly rubs, and napping under a blanket on the couch. Hot Sake loves playing fetch outside or "find the ball" inside. Hot Sake originally came to the shelter as stray and was returned due to adopters not having the time to care for her. Hot Saki impressed her short-term adoptive family with her mastery of potty training and knowledge of commands sit, stay, drop it, and paw. Hot Saki is strong on leash and has an instinct to chase small animals. She may prefer to be your one and only dog in the home. If you have another canine family member, please make sure to bring them in to meet Hot Sake and make sure she is a good fit for your pack. Recently Hot Sake went on a field trip with a volunteer to Burke Lake. Our volunteer had this to say about her.
"I just do not understand why sweet Sake is still with us. She was the best girl on our power hour at Burke Lake this morning-walks nicely on a loose leash, and sits and waits when asked. She was most interested in all the new smells-and the Canada geese-and pretty much ignored passing dogs and people. She has excellent car manners and enjoyed our stop at McDonald's for a plain hamburger. I really hope she finds her people soon!"
Sound like the warm, energetic, bold dog for you? Come adopt Hot Sake today!
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 and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt
When it comes to Sake, some like it Hot. And those are exactly the kind of people who would adore Hot Sake, the fun and flavorful dog! Hot Sake is a young adult, beautiful girl dog with a warm and friendly personality to match. She enjoys long walks (and even runs) through the woods, belly rubs, and napping under a blanket on the couch. Hot Sake loves playing fetch outside or "find the ball" inside. Hot Sake originally came to the shelter as stray and was returned due to adopters not having the time to care for her. Hot Saki impressed her short-term adoptive family with her mastery of potty training and knowledge of commands sit, stay, drop it, and paw. Hot Saki is strong on leash and has an instinct to chase small animals. She may prefer to be your one and only dog in the home. If you have another canine family member, please make sure to bring them in to meet Hot Sake and make sure she is a good fit for your pack. Recently Hot Sake went on a field trip with a volunteer to Burke Lake. Our volunteer had this to say about her.
"I just do not understand why sweet Sake is still with us. She was the best girl on our power hour at Burke Lake this morning-walks nicely on a loose leash, and sits and waits when asked. She was most interested in all the new smells-and the Canada geese-and pretty much ignored passing dogs and people. She has excellent car manners and enjoyed our stop at McDonald's for a plain hamburger. I really hope she finds her people soon!"
Sound like the warm, energetic, bold dog for you? Come adopt Hot Sake today!
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 and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt
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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