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Zeus is a special dog who has had a journey filled with love and change. Surrendered because his owner could no longer care for him, Zeus is now looking for a new forever home! Zeus is a bilingual pup! He understands commands in both Spanish and English, including "ven" (come), "vamos" (let's go), "besos" (kisses), and "comida" (food). Zeus is best suited to a home without other animals, as he tends to get anxious around dogs and prefers to avoid them. Zeus has been around children and has done well with them. Older kids who understand his needs and give him space will be great friends for him. Zeus knows several commands including "sit," "stay," "down," "come," "shake/paw," as well as "gentle" and "quiet." He's well-behaved and responds well to training. Zeus takes Apoquel for seasonal allergies and is prone to ear infections. Despite these minor health concerns, he's otherwise healthy and full of life. Zeus is looking for a loving home where he can be the center of attention. He would thrive in a quieter environment with an experienced owner who understands his need for a calm, stable routine and can offer him the time and patience to adjust to new situations. If you have the love and understanding to offer Zeus a fresh start, he's ready to be your loyal and loving companion. Come meet Zeus and see if he's the perfect fit for your family!
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
Zeus is a special dog who has had a journey filled with love and change. Surrendered because his owner could no longer care for him, Zeus is now looking for a new forever home! Zeus is a bilingual pup! He understands commands in both Spanish and English, including "ven" (come), "vamos" (let's go), "besos" (kisses), and "comida" (food). Zeus is best suited to a home without other animals, as he tends to get anxious around dogs and prefers to avoid them. Zeus has been around children and has done well with them. Older kids who understand his needs and give him space will be great friends for him. Zeus knows several commands including "sit," "stay," "down," "come," "shake/paw," as well as "gentle" and "quiet." He's well-behaved and responds well to training. Zeus takes Apoquel for seasonal allergies and is prone to ear infections. Despite these minor health concerns, he's otherwise healthy and full of life. Zeus is looking for a loving home where he can be the center of attention. He would thrive in a quieter environment with an experienced owner who understands his need for a calm, stable routine and can offer him the time and patience to adjust to new situations. If you have the love and understanding to offer Zeus a fresh start, he's ready to be your loyal and loving companion. Come meet Zeus and see if he's the perfect fit for your family!
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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