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The Commonwealth Humane Society

Animal rescue in Fairfax, VA

We started out as the Commonwealth Cat Rescue back in 2006, and became the Commonwealth Humane Society when dogs became an important part of our adoption program. This is my retirement job as it is a full time occupation, and something I find to be the most satisfying work I have ever done. We provide a full panel of health care for all our furries, and ensure that each and every one is healthy, social.and properly vaccinated. All our animals undergo a full quarantine before being adopted and all adoptions comply with Virginia State law. Under age animals may be adopted, but are kept here until they reach at least 8 weeks and vaccinations have had time to provide proper immunity.

Contact Chris Haslam
Address
4122 Leonard Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030
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4122 Leonard Drive

Fairfax, VA 22030

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Adoptable pets at The Commonwealth Humane Society

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We'll also keep you updated on Laylo's adoption status with email updates.
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Laylo

Labrador Retriever/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Fairfax, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Jolie's adoption status with email updates.
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Jolie

Calico

Female, Adult
Fairfax, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Duchess's adoption status with email updates.
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Duchess

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Fairfax, VA

Rescue FAQs

Northern Virginia and surrounding areas are our main adoption areas, but we do allow out of state, and even international adoptions, all subject to reference and background checks

Additional adoption info

We reply quickly to inquiries and welcome e-mail information requests. We require a fully completed adoption form and access to the adopters veterinary. Renters are acceptable but we require landlord permission. The CHS process is quick and efficient and is in compliance with the requirements of the major pet stores. We rarely do home checks, but we do very specific background checks which are very complete. The fees for Dogs is $375.00 and for Cats is $150.00 - We also take back any and all of our animals for life

Pets at shelters & rescues near The Commonwealth Humane Society

Cockers & Friends, Incorporated

P.O. Box 30032,
Alexandria, VA 22310

Dog Rescue of Maryland

P.O. Box 515,
Pasadena, MD 21123

We'll also keep you updated on Rocket's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocket

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Alexandria, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Graham Adoption Pending's adoption status with email updates.
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Graham Adoption Pending

Hound (Unknown Type)/Rat Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Potomac, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Sammy's adoption status with email updates.
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Sammy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Ellie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ellie

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Aldie, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Lou's adoption status with email updates.
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Lou

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
Fredericksburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Tinsel's adoption status with email updates.
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Tinsel

Domestic Shorthair

Female
Ranson, WV

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