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Dedicated to rescuing, housing and adopting homeless animals
Look! It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s SuperDaisy … able to leap farm fences in a single bound …
Volunteers, please note: Daisy has recently taken to scaling the farm fences to try her paw at a game of Canine Frogger on Route 29. Very soon she will begin training with an invisible fence but we ask that volunteers PLEASE exercise extreme diligence while Daisy is out as she has even broken away from her cable run. And while the invisible fence training process is supposed to be fairly quick, it is Daisy and if any dog were ever going to figure a way around this, it’s going to be her. Please help us keep Daisy safe. Thanks.
Adoption Statistics
Through December 31, 2006, the Humane Society adopted out 278 animals into loving homes: 183 cats, 64 dogs, 5 rabbits, 23 guinea pigs, 1 horse, 1 hamster and 1 fish! In addition, we transferred 11 cats and 19 dogs to other facilities for adoption.
A special thanks to all of our foster homes, home visit volunteers, socializers, outreach program volunteers and adoption placement volunteers.
HELPING THE COMMUNITY
Through December 2006, we provided financial assistance or supplies to the public for approximately 40 animals to receive the medical care or supplies they needed.
As you know, the HSFC instituted a new feral TNR (Trap, Neuter & Return) program in late 2003. Through December, the feral outreach program trapped, neutered and released (TNR’d) approximately 148 cats and kittens.
Through December 2006, our administrative offices have responded to 7,293 phone calls and 11,661 e- mails.
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) ~ ~ We dedicate this newsletter to Debbie Heyde. Her family and the EMT's who tried to save her life didn't hesitate when immediately choosing HSFC for her memorial contributions. Debbie will be truly missed by us and the animals she loved. ~ ~
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Volunteer of the Year: Liz Early
Liz Early has been volunteering with the HSFC for 5 years with the Adoptable Cat Action Team (ACAT) program. At the time, she was fostering three cats for a friend who had promised to find them homes. After two months, Liz realized this wasn't going to happen, so she started putting ads up at local veterinary hospitals. HSFC ACAT volunteer, Kim Buzzell, called when she saw the ad and suggested she bring the cats to an adoption event as guests, an on-going service to the public through ACAT. Her first event was at Petco in Baileys Crossroads - two tables, six cages, volunteer Melissa Klein, and Liz. Granted, HSFC did have larger events at our established PetSmart Fair Lakes location on opposite weekends. Liz still marvels at the number of volunteers, cages and felines that now attend our adoption events. The rest is history.
Liz is currently the ACAT chair, adoption event manager, adoption official, ACAT medical director, contracts coordinator and above all, foster parent! She enjoys working with the cats and kittens, doing what she can to find them safe and happy "forever homes,” and is one of our most experienced “cat whisperers!”.
In addition to her HSFC volunteering, Liz works at a software company in Fairfax, Virginia, where she has been for the past 20 years and is now in their Human Resources department.
Congratulations Liz, and thank you for your dedication, commitment and outstanding service. It’s greatly appreciated by all involved with the organization.
Volunteer of the Quarter: Stacey Overman
Stacey Overman came to HSFC in June 2005. She started out job sharing the office manager position, but personal circumstances requiring a more flexible schedule soon had her joining the ranks of the HSFC volunteers. The administrative building is her main focus, including Sunday feeding/medicating, office work, and vet runs. All of the building cats hold a special place in Stacey’s heart, but two “special needs” kitties (Gidget and Gilbert) found a forever home while being fostered by her and her husband, and they now share the house with Tabatha (beautiful Manx rescue) and Lucy (precious pug).
Besides socializing with the HSFC cats in her spare time, Stacey does contract work from home for her former CEO. She also enjoys creating mosaic art—the theme of which, of course, is often animal-related.
Stacey feels being an HSFC volunteer is rewarding in many ways. She is proud to be part of such a dedicated team whose passion and commitment inspire and motivate her every day. Being chosen volunteer of the quarter was an unexpected surprise and honor for Stacey, but she says the biggest honor and privilege is knowing and working with so many caring people. Thank you for all you do. We couldn’t do it without you!
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) WAGS, PURRS, CHIRPS, NICKERS, SNICKERS, SQUEALS, HUGS AND NEIGHS TO THESE SPECIAL ANGELS
Denise and staff at the University Vet Clinic for the food, toys, animal supplies and even a dog cage for our animals to enjoy. There were lots of happy campers when these were delivered to our administrative offices.
Camille Bartus was all wrapped up in helping our animals this Holiday season. She devoted her weekends at Borders Books to wrapping gifts in exchange for donations for our animals.
Marlene Hammer, Vicki Kirby, Patty Miller, Kathy Howard, Lynne Mayo, Karen Davis, Terri Endicott, Deb Siluk, Michelle Brendel, Barbara Becker, Anne-Marie Benedict, Mary Kendall and Tim Tuggle manned the booth at this year's Fairfax High School Craft Show. A special thanks to Vicki Kirby, Mary Kendall and Tim Tuggle for setting up, hauling gift items and taking down the booth on Saturday and Sunday.
Santa Claus (Mike Fairlie – but don’t tell the animals) was back again this year at PetSmart for the Santa Claws Photo Days. I’ll bet Santa had lots of secrets told to him by some very excited pets this year. Marlene Hammer, Liz and Jason Warnecki, Mary Kendall, and Kendal Moore were Santa’s helpers and saw firsthand how happy the animals were to have their pictures taken with Santa.
Robert Otto for the millions of pictures, and the wonderful CD disk, of our animals he spent hours and hours trying to capture on film. These photos are incredible and would surely win awards if published. He makes our animals look like movie stars!
Bill Dean of M.C. Dean, Inc. and his company for the generous matching gift donation. All the proceeds from the Santa Claws days were doubled and donated by this company and our animals had a very merry Christmas with the toys purchased from this wonderful gift.
Dan Larivey for the beautiful new desk to use in our dog kennel. There will be many dog adoption contracts written on this lucky desk in the years to come!
Karen Diviney, Director and the Fairfax County Animal Shelter, for donating dozens of resting platforms for our dogs to use in the new kennel.
Dr. Bradley, and the Veterinary Surgical Hospital of Northern Virginia for the tremendous surgery, treatment and care given to Simba, the wonderful dog who was shot and left for dead.
Chesapeake Veterinary Cardiology Associates for performing a miraculous heart operation and saving our special pup, Heather.
Lisa Milican for her continued patience working with and training our rambunctious canines on Saturday mornings, in addition to her invaluable advice given to adopters whenever needed.
Dr. Laney Rhymes, of Parkway Veterinary Clinic, who never hesitates to give his all when helping our animals. His dedication will always be remembered and we will be forever grateful.
Thank you to Maura Needham for donating loads of cat bedding, canned food, toys, newspapers, air fresheners for our clean-up party. And for the chocolate to rewards all the hard workers!
A big thank you to Jason Warnecki for his dedication in helping keep the administrative office spic and span. Your hard work is greatly appreciated.
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More Wags and Purrs …
Our animals give a big thanks to the students in the UNICEF Club at Liberty Middle School in Chantilly, VA for raising donations for our very lucky critters. In addition to raising money for our animals, they also brought us a cat bed, dog biscuits, dog treats, homemade dog and cat cookies, dog and cat toys, and a dog harness. We want to thank all the kids and their teachers for all their hard work.
Beth Wajciechowski and her co-workers at Johnson Lambert & Co. LLP of Falls Church slaved away for 4 hours at our thrift store, Second Chance 2 on November 30th. They did such a great job that the regular staff wanted them to return every week.
Mary Jane Costa of DCMA-OCT for organizing the homeless animal toy drive through her company. They collected toys, treats, and collars for our dogs. Thanks also to our new volunteer James Kain for transporting them and representing our organization on the military base.
James Kain, Jonathan Goodnight, Ashley Prytula, Chelsea Murphy, Kirsty Kennedy, John Shaw, Melissa Zupovitz for hours of cleaning and disinfecting our cat rooms. The rooms now smell as fresh as a Spring day!
Caitlin Denney for all her hard work in the office, transporting animals to and from the vets, picking up supplies, and loving on our kitties despite her cat allergies. Her determination is truly impressive! We can't wait until she returns from college this summer to work with us again.
A special thanks to Santa’s elves, Glenis Weisz, Stacey Overman, Shannon Pederson and Mary Kendall, for making and delivering scrumptious homemade sweets to our wonderful and supportive vets during the holidays.
And on behalf of the injured duck, who couldn't fly, we thank his guardian angel, Dan Larivey. Dan's perseverance and commitment to help rescue and prevent further suffering for this little creature shows his dedication to animals goes above and beyond the call of duty.
Good News!
In early November we received a call from PetSmart. Someone had left seven guinea pigs in a box outside of their store in the Fair Lakes shopping center. PetSmart has a policy of not putting animals left on their doorstep up for adoption or for sale. They asked if the Humane Society could take them in and get them adopted. After combing the attic for guinea pig-size cages and making room in the “rodent room”, we had 7 new guests at the Inn. We’re happy to report they have found new homes.
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) Happy News for Simba!
Remember Simba? He came to us in late 2006 after being shot, hit by a car and starved. Simba is a big fella, who appeared to be Mastiff, Boxer or possibly American Staffordshire Terrier mix, about 3 years old. Following is a replay of his story (now, with a happy ending):
Two days before Thanksgiving, a rural shelter near Richmond received a call from a concerned citizen reporting a dead dog on the side of the road. When Animal Control arrived they discovered the dog was alive. He was emaciated, had been shot in one hind leg and it appeared the other hind leg was dislocated. To add even more to his misery, he had a choker chain collar on, which was caught in his mouth and prevented him from being able to eat or drink.
When he was picked up and placed in the animal control van, he continually licked the officer’s face. She knew immediately this was a very special dog and instead of transferring him to the shelter to be euthanized, he was taken to an area vet.
The Humane Society of Fairfax County was contacted and assistance was requested. We responded instantly. If ever there was an animal who needed our help, this wonderful dog surely did.
The next day we transported Simba to our facility and scheduled surgery for the next day. The veterinary specialist remarked the bullet wound and break appeared to be almost 3 weeks old. He did well with his surgery and received tremendous TLC from Cara (our farm manager) and other volunteers. During his recovery, fate intervened and brought him a family of his own.
Simba now has a home of his very own. His new family loves him dearly and he is showering them in return with all the love he can give. He still limps a little but is recovering slowly but surely. He seldom barks but has learned if he whines people come running to see if he’s ok. A little trick he learned while recuperating at Cara’s. Simba has given us all just the boost we need to remind ourselves why we give our time to the animals and a happy ending makes every minute worth it.
And the Success Stories Just Keep Rolling in!
RE: Kallie Hello Humane Society Team! Almost a year ago we adopted Kylie, now Kallie, from your loving care. She is now our best friend and love of our life, going everywhere we go and never letting a minute go by without a snuggle or a big wet kiss to say how much she loves us. My entire family has fallen for her. We met Kallie at one of your foster homes along with her sister Shelby, who I immediately talked my close friends Vicky and Joe into adopting. Now Kallie and Shelby remain close sisters and the best entertainment they, and we, could ask for. They have the exact same mannerisms, make the same noises, and love to curl up together after a day of playing. On behalf of everyone they have touched, thank you so much for bringing Kallie, and Shelby, into all of our lives!
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) And Still More Success Stories!!!
RE: Buddy (adopted dog - no photo provided – sorry!) “I just wanted to drop a line to let you know that things are going wonderfully with Buddy. (I tried to change his name, but it never happened, the kids couldn't make the change). He has settled in beautifully and is a total love bug. He and Nanook have had no issues with each other (except one night when Buddy decided that Nanook couldn't join us on the bed, and sent Nanook running away, but we took care of that). I am amazed at how smoothly everything has gone. Thank you so much for finding such a perfect match for our house. We are truly thrilled.”
RE: Beau (right) “I am writing to give you an overdue update on Beau, now called Jake. He is doing so good! He has gained a healthy amount of weight. He fits in the family like a gem. Our two-year old loves to go on walks with him and will not take no for answer. She loves to take the leash and go on her own. She gives him "puppy candy". Thank you for the opportunity to give Jake a home of his own.”
RE: Maniki Neki (left) “As you can see, HRH (her royal highness) is enjoying her time basking in the sunlight! To say she has been a joy is an understatement. She spends all day in the spot SHE picked, and at night fights away all the things that go bump in the night. (Mostly the scratching post she knocks over, along with the ball, feather on a stick and catnip bag). Neki is heaven sent and the best thing I could have done. Thank you for letting me be her humble servant....”
RE: Heather (right) “.. Several days ago I took home Heather. She is the love of my life and completes me. She sleeps with me all the time and loves to look out the window and watch TV with me. I am truly blessed to have this wonderful animal in my life. Thank you so much everyone, and I hope to be volunteering with you soon.”
RE: Snowbell and Pumpkin (below)
“I adopted Snowbell (Treasure) from HSFC in March, 2003 to be a companion to my beloved BoBo, who I lost in late 2004. Snowbell had never been alone and is an extremely social cat so I knew I had to get him a friend sooner rather than later. In December, 2004, I brought Pumpkin (Raleigh) home from HSFC. Within 3 days they bonded and are like "brothers" now. Only 2 years apart in age, they get along better than I could have ever hoped. Pumpkin needed a lot of socialization and Snowbell is officially known among my family and friends as "the sweetest cat they have ever met." Pumpkin has come a long way in 2 years because of Snowbell's exceptional personality. While Pumpkin has grown since, I am attaching a photo of them from about a year or so ago. The vet is very pleased with both of them and they are terrific companions. Thank you HSFC, for my lovely boys.”
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) Animal Library
Have you read any good animal books lately? We’d like to provide a forum for exchanging book reviews for volunteers. If you would like to contribute a book review or offer a reading recommendation, please email Mary Kendall with your submission.
º EXTRAORDINARY DOGS: Inspirational Stories of Dogs with Disabilities WATCH FOR EXTRAORDINARY DOGS OUT IN BOOKSTORES AND AT PET EXPOS IN JUNE 2007! Auggie appeared to be a klutzy puppy, always bumping into walls. Really, he was born blind and could only see shadows. Emmy Lou, a kind-spirited hunting dog, was shot in an accident and could never use her hind legs again. Jinx, a rambunctious three-legged terrier mix, was abandoned and dumped on the side of the road. Despite the difficult hardships that these pups faced, they found families who accepted and loved them unconditionally. Extraordinary Dogs is a compilation of dozens of heartwarming, against-all-odds profiles of disabled dogs with an unwavering zest for life. Each dog’s one of a kind story will no doubt win you over, paws down.
The caretakers in EXTRAORDINARY DOGS are extraordinary themselves. Instead of putting these dogs down, they chose to find alternative ways to assist them in living happy lives like other dogs. In the process, meaningful relationships were formed and unforgettable memories were created. Each one of a kind story in EXTRAORDINARY DOGS will no doubt win you over, paws down. If anyone wants to order a book, please go through the Pets With Disabilities web site as the organization will benefit from the sale proceeds. http://www.petswithdisabilities.org/media.html
º Who hasn’t read Marley and Me by Josh Grogan? Prepare to laugh, cry and reflect on the powerful relationships we have with our pets.
º Want to encourage your elementary school student to get involved with homeless pets? Have them read “A Dog’s Life: Autobiography of a Stray” by Ann M. Martin (Newberry Honor author) (approximately 4th Grade reading level)
º Not Left Behind: Rescuing Pets of New Orleans by Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
º Chosen by a Horse by Susan Richards
º Owen & Mzee: The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship (good for kids too!) Told by Isabella Hatkiff, Craig Hatkoff and Dr. Paula Kahumbu
º The Healing Power of Pets by Dr. Marty Becker
º When Elephants Weep (The Emotional Lives of Animals) by Jeffrey Masson and Susan McCarthy
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) Making Smart Choices
If you want someone who will bring you the paper without first tearing it apart to remove the sports section, then adopt a dog.
If you want someone willing to make a fool of himself simply over the joy of seeing you, then adopt a dog.
If you want someone who will eat whatever you put in front of him and never says it's not quite as good as his mother made it, then adopt a dog.
If you want someone always willing to go out, at any hour, for
as long and wherever you want, then adopt a dog.
If you want someone who will never touch the remote, doesn't care about football, and can sit next to you as you watch romantic movies, then adopt a dog.
If you want someone who is content to get up on your bed just to warm your feet and whom you can push off if he snores, then adopt a dog.
If you want someone who never criticizes what you do, doesn't care if you are pretty or ugly, fat or thin, young or old, who acts as if every word you say is especially worthy of listening to, and loves you unconditionally, perpetually then adopt a dog.
But, if you want someone who will never come when you call, ignores you totally when you come home, leaves hair all over the place, walks all over you, runs around the house all night, only comes to you to eat or keep you awake and acts as if your entire existence is solely to ensure his happiness, adopt a CAT!
Coming Soon!
To the Dulles Expo Center: Super Pet Expo! March 23 – 25, 2007
Visit www.superpetexpo.com For discount coupons and details!
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) Excerpts from the Pets' Diaries
Excerpts from a Dog's Daily Diary: 8:00am Dog food! My favorite thing! 9:30am A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40am walk in the park! My favorite thing! 10:30am Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00pm Lunch! My favorite thing! 1:00pm Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00pm Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00pm Milk bones! My favorite thing! 7:00pm Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00pm Wow! Watched TV with my master! My favorite thing! 11:00pm Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!
Excerpts from a Cat's Daily Diary: Day 683 of my captivity: My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and myself are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again get sick on the floor and dig in the plants.
Today I caught a mouse and dropped its body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am. The audacity! There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow - but at the top of the stairs. I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously mentally shortchanged! The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicating with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. The captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe...... for now.
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TOP 10 COLD WEATHER TIPS
• KEEP YOUR CAT INDOORS. Outdoors, felines can freeze, become lost, or be stolen, injured, exposed to infectious diseases (including rabies), or killed (recent statistics show more cats contact rabies than dogs!)
• BANG ON THE HOOD of our car in cold weather. Outdoor cats sometimes sleep under the hoods of cars and can be injured or killed by the fan belt when the car is started.
• NEVER LET YOUR DOG OFF THE LEASH ON SNOW OR ICE, especially during a snowstorm – dogs can lose their scent and easily become lost. More dogs are lost during the winter than during any other season, so make sure yours always wears ID tags.
• THOROUGHLY WIPE OFF THE LEGS AND STOMACHS when your dog comes in out of the sleet, snow or ice. Dogs can ingest salt, antifreeze, or other potentially dangerous chemicals while licking their paws. Paw pads may also bleed from snow or encrusted ice.
• DON’T SHAVE YOUR DOG DOWN TO THE SKIN IN WINTER. A longer coat provides more warmth. Completely dry your dog after a bath. If you own a short-haired breed, consider a coat or sweater with a high collar or turtleneck that covers from the base of the tail to the belly.
• NEVER LEAVE YOUR DOG OR CAT ALONE IN A CAR in cold weather. A car can act as a refrigerator in the winter, holding in the cold and causing the animal to freeze to death.
• PUPPIES DO NOT TOLERATE THE COLD as well as adult dogs and may be difficult to housebreak during the winter. You may opt to paper-train your puppy inside. If sensitive to the cold due to age, illness, or breed, take your dog outdoors only to relieve himself.
• INCREASE YOUR DOG’S FOOD SUPPLY if he spends a lot of time romping outdoors. Protein and other nutrients help keep him and his fur in tip top shape.
• THOROUGHLY CLEAN UP ANY ANTIFREEZE AND ENGINE COOLANT SPILLS from your vehicles. These poisons are lethal to dogs and cats. Consider using products that contain propylene glycol rather than ethylene glycol.
• PROVIDE YOUR PET WITH A WARM PLACE TO SLEEP, off the floor and away from drafts. A cozy dog or cat bed with a warm blanket or pillow is perfect.
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) Dogs Welcome
A man wrote a letter to a small hotel in a Midwest town he planned to visit on his vacation.
He wrote: I would very much like to bring my dog with me. He is well-groomed and very well behaved. Would you be willing to permit me to keep him in my room with me at night?"
An immediate reply came from the hotel owner, who wrote:
"I've been operating this hotel for many years. In all that time, I've never had a dog steal towels, bedclothes, silverware or pictures off the walls. I've never had to evict a dog in the middle of the night for being drunk and disorderly. And I've never had a dog run out on a hotel bill. Yes, indeed, your dog is welcome at my hotel. And, if your dog will vouch for you, you're welcome to stay here, too."
EMERGENCY SERVICES
South Paws Emergency Clinic 8500 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax, VA Springfield Emergency Vet Clinic 703-752-9100 6651-F Backlick Rd, Springfield, VA 703-451-8900 Hope Center for Advancement of Vet. Medicine /Emergency Vet Clinic of Northern Virginia VA/MD Vet Emergency Services 416 Maple Ave., West, Vienna, VA 2660 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 703-281-5121 703-823-3601
Prince William Emergency Vet Clinic Fairfax County Animal Shelter 8610 Centreville Rd, Manassas, VA 703-830-1100 703-361-8287 703-691-2131 (Warden)
Leesburg Emergency Animal Hospital Wildlife Assistance Hotline 2 Cardinal Park Drive, #101B, Leesburg VA 703-440-0800 703-777-5755
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4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 703-385-7387 (PETS) FUTURE ISSUES OF STATE OF THE ARK
Anyone wishing to include an article in the next issue of State of the Ark should submit content in writing to the Administrative Office, Attention, Mary Kendall, by April 15, 2007. In addition, anyone interested in helping put the newsletter together, please contact Mary as well.
HUMANE SOCIETY MISSION
The Humane Society of Fairfax County, Inc. (HSFC) is a non-profit, private organization established in 1968. The mission of the Humane Society of Fairfax County, Inc. is to promote humane education; to prevent all forms of cruelty to animals, both domestic and wild, by every legitimate means; and to assist the community with all matters pertaining to the welfare of animals.
HOURS & INFORMATION
HSFC Administrative Office Second Chance 2 - Thrift Store 4057 Chain Bridge Rd. Fairfax 929 W. Broad St. Falls Church 703-385-PETS 703-533-9268 Hours of operation: Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 10-4 Monday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-4; Sunday – Closed Saturday 10-4; Sunday - Closed HSFC Farm Cat and Small Mammal Adoptions- 15911 Lee Highway Centreville Administrative offices - 703-815-4494 4057 Chain Bridge Rd. Fairfax All visitors must call ahead 703-385-PETS Dog and Horse adoptions -by appointment only Adoption hours: Monday - Friday 10-3 HSFC Outreach Cat Program Saturday 10-3; Sunday - Closed Cat Adoptions held at area PetSmart and Wylie Wagg stores- check our website "www.hsfc.org" Second Chance 1 - Thrift Store for dates and times or call 703-385-PETS 4057 Chain Bridge Rd. Fairfax 703-385-7387 Chief Administrative Personnel Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 10-4 Full-time Office Manager: Shannon Pederson Saturday 10-3; Sunday - Closed Full-time Thrift Store Manager: Elisa Botera Full-time Animal/Farm Caretaker: Cara Donato
Board of Directors President: Vicki Kirby Vice President / Treasurer: Mary Kendall United Way Campaign Corresponding Secretary: Marlene Hammer Recording Secretary: Lynne Mayo # 8734
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