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Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter
200 Fair St,
Galax,
VA, 24333 Phone: 276-236-8501 - If we are busy the phone may not be answered so leave a message.
Opening Hours:
Tuesday - Thursday 1pm-5pm
Friday - Saturday 1pm-4pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
Lost and Found Pets are featured on our Facebook Page
NEW TIME LIMIT FOR DOGS WHEN THE SHELTER IS FULL
Feb 10th: The shelter has been staying at, or near capacity for several months now. Adoptions are down, rescues are full, and animals continue to be surrendered on a daily basis.
The shelter staff has had to make a difficult decision to limit how long we can hold the animals. Starting today 2/10/23 dogs that are owner surrendered or that have an expired stray hold will be held for seven days, and then re-evaluated.
For example. Owner surrendered animals will be made available for immediate adoption, then available for rescue or adoption the next day. If they are still here after 7 days, we will re-evaluate for space in the shelter, individual temperament,etc.
Stray animals will be held for their stray period and then follow the guidelines above for owner surrender animals.
If you see an animal you are interested in, please do not wait.
This is a decision we do not make lightly. The shelter can not constantly operate under full capacity, as it is increases the chance of disease outbreak and is stressful to the animals in our care. See the About Us page for more information.
Who we are
The Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter is a regional shelter operated jointly by the three local governments (Galax City, Carroll County and Grayson County) under the requirements of the Code of the Virginia. The shelter accepts animals as required under the Code and works to place animals back with their owners, adopt them to new owners, or place them with other non-profit animal welfare agencies that are able to find them new homes. Animals are adopted on a first come first served basis, so always contact the Shelter to check that the animal you are interested in is still available.
Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter is a small rural facility in the southwest of Virginia. While not yet a no-kill facility, this is a goal we strive to achieve each and every day. We are also fortunate enough to work with some amazing rescue groups and dedicated individuals who help us move animals to safety each and every week. If you are interested in becoming an animal welfare agency, please call 276-236-5773.
For more information see the
Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Control website.
Adoption Fee includes Spay/Neuter, Vaccines and Microchip
The Shelter has some exciting changes that will be taking place on July 1st 2022.
One of the biggest hurdles the Shelter has faced has been the spaying and neutering of adopted animals. Virginia law requires all animals
adopted from shelters be sterilized within 30 days of adoption.
Until now, scheduling, paying for, and showing proof of the completed surgery has been the sole responsibility of the pet's new owners.
Many adopters say that have not been able to get appointments within the mandated 30 days and others have cited the cost of the procedure as a
hurdle to being able to adopt pets from the shelter.
- The adoption fee for dogs will include spaying or neutering, a rabies vaccine (given when the animal is sterilized), a DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza and Parvovirus) vaccine, a bordetella vaccine and a microchip.
- The adoption fee for cats will include spaying or neutering, a rabies vaccine (given when the animal is sterilized), feline FVRCP (Feline Viral rhinothracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia) and a microchip.
- Adopters will leave the Shelter with an appointment already scheduled at one of our local vet clinics for the spay or neuter of their new pet! We hope this program will increase adoptions, lead to healthier pets, and reduce the number of unwanted animals within our community as animals from the shelter will be spayed/neutered in a more timely manner.
Volunteers Wanted
Love animals? We need volunteers to help us keep improving! You must be 16 years and older. You can come in anytime Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm.
Becky, a shelter volunteer, has made it her passion to care for shelter cats. Here is what she says about volunteering at Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter:
"Being a volunteer is wonderful! There are so many different needs in the shelter that each person that volunteers can find a fit for their preferences and the amount of time he/she has to offer. I love interacting with the cats (but I love dogs too) and I am rewarded every time I am there. Kitten/puppy season is coming soon so we need all the help we can get!" If you would like to help please phone or visit us during our opening hours.
See our application form here (Word docx).
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Lost your dog?
Stray dogs without identication are kept for 5 days before being put up for adoption. Dogs with identication are kept for 10 days before being put up for adoption. Contact the shelter to check whether your pet is there. Some of the stray dogs are featured on the
Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter Facebook Page but not all are put here so contact the shelter if you have lost your dog.
Find the right dog for you
When looking for that new family member please remember to really think about the things you and your family want and need
in a pet that fits the family lifestyle. Get to know your breeds! Some breeds require more space, exercise and circumstances
than others. Even if you are going to adopt a mixed breed, look into what it's primary breed needs in a home,
environment and exercise. Your new family member needs to be wanted by everyone in the family and included
in your daily lives to be truly happy.
Click here for more information on how to find the right dog.
Cats Needing Homes
Please take the time to check out all the nice young kittens and cats
kittens and cats here.
Please contact us for more information about the cats available for adoption.
We need canned cat food, puppy potty pads, canned dog food, kitten chow (canned or hard), puppy chow (canned or hard), basic cleaning supplies, towels, blankets, and dog beds. We appreciate any and all donations. Clicking here to see our donation page.
On behalf of the dogs thank you. No Squeeky Toys Please
Toys that make a noise when you squeeze them can encourage some dogs to be aggressive towards young children because they squeek too. The device that makes the noise is usually small and can be harmful if swallowed. Some toys of this type contain a small battery which is poisonous if the dog eats it. The best toys are tuggers, tennis balls and hard chew toys that cannot be ripped apart.
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From July 1, 2020, there are changes to dog tethering laws across the state of Virginia. The legislation expanded the definition of 'adequate shelter' for family dogs. It is illegal to leave tethered dogs outside when temperatures are below 32°F or above 85°F or when the weather service issues warnings for hurricanes, tornadoes and other severe weather. The legislation also increases the minimum length of a tether from 10 feet to 15 feet. Additionally, dogs must be provided adequate shelter during hot weather that is properly shaded and does not readily conduct heat. During cold weather, the shelter must have a windbreak at its entrance and provide bedding material (such as straw, cedar shavings, or similar) that is sufficient to protect the animal from cold and promote the retention of body heat. Adequate Shelter Virgina Code 3.2-6500 Click here for more information |
Visiting Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter
Please phone us on 276-236-8501 to check that the dog you want to visit is still available.
Location Map of Galax, VA