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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Fredericksburg, VA

7 of the 27 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Fredericksburg are shelter and rescue services.

Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.

  1. Fredericksburg SPCA

    10819 Courthouse Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

    Tue-Sun 12pm-6pm

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  2. Lisa's Bed and Biscuit

    80 England Run Ln, Fredericksburg, VA 22406

    Mon-Sat 9am-12pm, Sun 6pm-9pm

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  3. Old Dominion Humane Society

    3602 Lafayette Blvd #102, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

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  4. Spotsylvania Animal Shelter

    450 Tv Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

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  5. St. Seton's Orphaned Animals

    628 Cambridge St, Fredericksburg, VA 22405

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  6. Rapidan Equine Sanctuary

    31262 Eagle Hl Trl, Fredericksburg, VA 22407

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  7. Compassion Animal Rescue

    10703 Stoner Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22408-2620

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Check visitor policies early. Municipal facilities usually allow walk-in visits during public hours, but private rescues often require an approved application before scheduling a meet-and-greet.

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What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?

Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.

How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?

Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.

Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?

Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.