Richmond Animal Care & Control

Category: Animal shelter in Richmond, Virginia

Address: 1600 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA 23222, USA

Phone: +18046465573

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–4PM

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–6PM

Saturday: 8AM–5PM

Reviews

Maria A

Sep 17, 2022

I hate animal shelters (pounds) but the ppl working there when i was there seemed quite nice.

M R

Sep 7, 2022

You’re OK

Katie Gantt

Aug 19, 2022

Some amazing people saving lives.

Abigail Puckett

Aug 6, 2022

This place was just as I imagined it would be…. So caring. I told them about my tommie license plate and they gave me this card. One of the volunteers gave me a ring that she offered me. You guys have the best workers. I have been emotional all day. No amount of stars could ever show how much I love and appreciate every single worker and volunteer here… thank you guys so much so all that you do. And I can also tell that you guys take excellent care of your animals!

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Questions & Answers

There is a public registry for convicted sex offenders. Is there (or can we start one) a registry for people convicted of animal abuse, people running dog fights, etc., etc?

JG Scaros | Sep 30, 2018
Crystal Koch | Sep 30, 2018

Write your local senator and representative. This is something animal rights people have been wanting for years.

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I just found an injured baby Canada goose in the apartment complex where I live. Who should I call for help?

Dara Barley | Sep 30, 2018
Ann Pane | Sep 30, 2018

Richmond Animal Control will direct you if they di nit come themselves.

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We have a hurt bird. Will animal control take it?

Brian Imburg | Sep 30, 2019
Crystal Koch | Sep 30, 2019

There are wildlife centers better equipped to assist hurt birds, too.

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Is it free of charge to bring an animal (a bunny) that you can no longer care for?

Jasmine White | Sep 30, 2018
Mikaela Beschler | Sep 30, 2018

No there is no charge at all. We help all animals find awesome homes. Bunnies for the record get adopted out very fast. Usually as a pet for little childreen

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Hello I have a dog and she barks all the time and at everything.she is 3 years old and have a chip and is spayed she a chihuahua. i have health problems and now she is alot on me too care for.shes good with kids and house trained.

Bridgett Jenkins | Sep 30, 2018
Blackmamaba000 | Sep 30, 2018

Iam sorry that you have health issues i understand having a child on top of that trying to take care of an animal is a lil much . If you're trying to place that animal somewhere like a shelter pleas make sure its a place that don't kill dogs.Q: do you have paperwork for the dog?.. iam asking because i might give this lil dog a home

Do you offer a Program "Senior Dogs for Seniors? Please advise and Thanks, Barbara

Barbara Sanderson | Sep 30, 2019
Idk | Sep 30, 2019

Any animal 10 years of age and older, adoption fee is waived !😍 Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!

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How can i volunteer at richmond care control

Cindy Crockett | Sep 30, 2019
Cindy Crockett | Sep 30, 2019

Thanks everyone

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Will there be a necropsy to determine what other injuries the dog might have sustained prior to being set afire? Is anyone trying to find the owner?

Bonny T Lee | Sep 30, 2019
Brooke Bobincheck | Sep 30, 2019

Questions yet to be answered by authorities

How Do I Get Rid Of A Dog Who Is Attracted To My Home?And Won't Leave?

angelli | Sep 30, 2018
Nevaeh | Sep 30, 2018

Call racc and they will pick up the dog or you can bring it to an animal shelter

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Raccoon in basement how to get rid of the animal

Maelene Simmons | Sep 30, 2018
Barry Crawley | Sep 30, 2018

Is it a female I know Definitely it may looking for a safe place for its youngins so look for it it's entrance point and set up a trap for it ... Sorry wish i could help...

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Can we visit the place

alje kajle | Aug 30, 2022
Melissa Simon | Aug 30, 2022

Yes you can

Does RACC accept funding in grants or direct contributions from the Animal Farm Foundation? You

Matt Mitchell | May 2, 2022
Housergy Construction & Holdings | May 2, 2022

I don't know if they do or not.

Are you planning another yard sale, I have saved a few items to donate but if you're not having one I can donate elsewhere. thanks!

Beverly Herchenrother | Mar 3, 2022
Lisa S. | Mar 3, 2022

I hope so! I have tons of stuff, as well and will help out with the sale.

do yall help with Neutering of Dogs 1 is a male chow 1is female husky 1 is a miniature Chihuahua the Chow is about 5 years the husky is about 8month and the Chihuahua is 21/2years

Deborah Downey | Nov 3, 2021
Meredyth Temple | Nov 3, 2021

They don't, but look up Prevent A Litter. They're low cost and AMAZING

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What are the hours of operation for racc

Karl Patterson | Sep 29, 2021
Richmond Animal Care & Control | Sep 29, 2021

The shelter is not open for public viewing at this time due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Adoptions are scheduled by appointment for specific animals. You can see all the animals on the website and the live videos on Facebook and Instagram, posted multiple times a week. Intake staff is available 8am-5pm if you've lost or found a pet. Contact information is on the website!

How do I surrender my dog what is the process. I can no longer take care of her and thinks she deserves to be with some one who can

Keseanda Brooks | Sep 29, 2021
Sarah-Jane Hunter | Sep 29, 2021

You would need to call the shelter directly and ask about surrendering. Each shelter has specific policies. Good luck ❤️

Does RACC sponsor a safety program on keeping both children and animals safe when they interact with one another

Kathie Matthews | Sep 29, 2020
Clarence York | Sep 29, 2020

Not sure. However I have dealt with RACC on dog rescue activities for many years and it is a wonderful organization

If I have a 3 year old cat that needs a new home can I bring him there to be rehomed?

Sonya Brown | Sep 29, 2020
Mary Scott | Sep 29, 2020

Yes they take surrenders all the time as they did with me one time . And to ease your nerves it is a no-kill city shelter and they work with the community very

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I have 5 dogs and I can no longer have them with me what do I have to do or where do I have to take them?

luis cruz | Sep 29, 2020
Mary Scott | Sep 29, 2020

Yes I am also great please take them to RACC !! They are an awesome place it is a no-kill shelter and for the most part a lot of everything that happened there is done by volunteers.

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Can you bring dogs there. Trying to find somewhere to donate my dogs cause they keep biting my kids.

Priscilla Evans | Sep 29, 2020
Mary Scott | Sep 29, 2020

Yes you can surrender your pets there. It's a shame that you're getting rid of them just because they are biting your kids. Have you ever considered obedience school before giving up on your loving pets?before doing anything that is final and you cannot reverse once you do surrender why don't you have a family sit down and make sure that that is what you would want to do but still obedience school might work.

Do yall get reptiles like bearded dragons ?

Magnet_Fishing_ VA | Sep 30, 2019
Magnet_Fishing_ VA | Sep 30, 2019

Wildlife and refuge takes wild animals only im trying to adopt bearded dragons .... I have 4 new custom cages ready to go

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If you got a dog from this shelter & no longer can take care of it. Will there be any problems with returning it ?

Jaz Myne | Sep 30, 2019
Gwendolyn Brown | Sep 30, 2019

They will if you can show the dog is not in good health

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Are letting military Vets adopt pets and waive adoption fee?

Ira Robinson | Sep 30, 2019
Judith Duarte | Sep 30, 2019

I don't know, they do waive fees crom time to time, but ask them. It's a great place to find a forever pet.

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HELLO GOOD MORNING I HAVE A NEW LITTLE KITTY SHE'S A GIRL AND SHE'S DRIVING ME NUTS SHE'S IN HEAT AND NEEDS TO BE SPADED. SO QUESTION IS WHAT DO I DO AND WHERE DO I GO. PLEASE SOMEBODY HELP ME.. 🙂

Sandra Hurdle | Sep 30, 2019
J Hie | Sep 30, 2019

Make an appointment w PAL Clinic...359-MEOW... keep her inside & make sure you keep her appointment !!!! If not familiar with PAL they are a low cost spay and neuter clinic & better than SPCA...I've used both & had horrible experience multiple times w SPCA. My experience with PAL over 20y has ALWAYS been excellent!!! I keep going back and will always continue to use them & refer ppl to PAL.

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I am feeding feral cats at my home. Do you at Richmond Animal care do catch and release so I can get them spayed and neutered? this is gonna get out of control for me but I love taking care of the ones I have

Patricia Rao | Sep 30, 2019
Crystal Koch | Sep 30, 2019

No they do not. However, SPCA will "lend" you traps for a small refundable deposit and you can bring the kitties there to have them spayed and neutered for free. There are also various organizations that will help with this, one used to be CatSNIP, not sure if they're still around. All cats need to be brought in cages for them to qualify as feral and to be snipped for free.

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Have they found the person that killed the pit bull?

Carmen Hedge | Sep 30, 2019
Eva M. | Sep 29, 2021

Please tell me this story

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Do they give breeders permit

Tevin Mathes | Sep 30, 2019
Larry Hill | Sep 30, 2019

U pay like $100 or $150 to get a license for a non neutered dog that has its shots and qualifies. I thinks licensure is half priced if theyre neutered. Not sure if its a breeders permit though

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When isTommie s funeral ?

Nan moseley | Sep 30, 2019
Brian Holtzman | Sep 30, 2019

It was earlier today

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Will they take a mother an daughter dogs. An try to keep them together?

Sakeena Turner | Sep 30, 2019
Gwendolyn Brown | Sep 30, 2019

I dont think they can agree to have someone adopt two pets.

Are the turtles still aval

Leslie McCauley | Sep 30, 2019
Gwendolyn Brown | Sep 30, 2019

Yes

We adopted a dog this last weekend from RACC. We forgot to ask if they have treated the dog with flea and tick pReventon medication. If so when, and can we overlap treatment?

Chris Bland | Sep 30, 2019
J Hie | Sep 30, 2019

I would call them juat in case. Cause you want to make aure you get the same kind/thing they may have used & to get an actual date the last dose was applied. Safety is #1# concern & no wants any harm to come to your new baby. & Im personally glad you thought to ask for help with this concern. Thanks so much!!

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I have a male cat that I cannot know longer take care off. Can your office pick him up?

Denise Sweatt | Sep 30, 2019
J Hie | Sep 30, 2019

But you must live in the City limits for RACC to take in any animals. Or to the shelter of the location in which you live in.

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There is this cat that have been around for so long at my townhome community but only hangs by my place it doesn't belong to anyone my shih tzu goes nuts. Will they come and pick up this stray cat?

Christina Silva | Sep 30, 2019
J Hie | Sep 30, 2019

Depends on where you live, Richmond City vz Henrico, or Hanover Co. RACC doesn't go everywhere. I suggest you find what area you live in then call that shelter.

I found a cat and as much as I want to keep her I can't. Can someone pick it up or do I have to bring it there?

Naomi Graves | Sep 30, 2018
Lara Davis | Sep 30, 2018

Also they are a no-kill shelter, in my opinion the best in the city and have an intake door separate from lookers and/or parents-to-be, so should be a pretty quick process.

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I found a cat in a bag,I can't keep it what should I do?

Naomi Graves | Sep 30, 2018
J Hie | Sep 30, 2018

Depending on your location, check it for a chip & then take it to your local animal shelter. If you don't live in the Richmond city then you can not take it to RACC. If you find that its chipped contact your animal shelter & let them know the situation of how you found the cat. This can also lead to an animal cruelty case.

What happens if i call the animal control and they cant find a home for the animal. We have a stray dog running arround our apartment complex and I'm afraid he's going to get hot,a car

cassey hill | Sep 30, 2018
Jishwa bOi | Sep 30, 2018

Animal control will take the dog anyway. They are a no kill shelter so they do keep the dog until someone want to adopt it. The staff is great to i promise the dog will be in good hands.

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My cat is terrified of everyone and is very anti social. He rarely comes out from under my bed! I need to coax him out and put him in a cat carrier so that the carpet cleaners can come in and do their service this Friday. Please advise...

dennis scheeler | Sep 30, 2018
Ann Pane | Sep 30, 2018

I had that issue also. I put the carrier out with lots of catnip and treats inside.... days ahead and kept replentishing as it ran out. Then low and behold the day of, I was just able to shut the door with her in it. Good luck.

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Do they take any dogs?

De'Taj Gregory | Sep 30, 2018
marquatta vaughan | Sep 30, 2018

Yes

We caught a snake in our front yard, want to rescue it properly. Who should i call?

Mrudula Nirkhe | Sep 30, 2018
Blackmamaba000 | Sep 30, 2018

Pleas call wildlife Animal Control perhaps they may help

Who do I call if I see a tortoise on the side of the road?

Ellonia El | Sep 30, 2018
Blackmamaba000 | Sep 30, 2018

Honestly I wish I can help but all I can say is help it safely cross the road or call non emergency

I have a puppy from someone I know 5 1/2 months a lab I don't know what to do with him or who want him

Shade Jones | Sep 30, 2018
Malissa Chatman | Sep 30, 2018

I would love to have it

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Do you have little dogs that are free and need.a home?

Tony Tony Tony Muhammad. | Sep 30, 2018
Debbie Wilson | Sep 30, 2018

The turnover rate here is high,recommend you come in to see dogs. There is an adoption fee, however if you follow the FB page there are specials for free or reduced rate adoptions

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I saw a raccoon come out of my shed yesterday..dont know how long its been there or if there are babies there..can someone come a get the raccoon and whatever else belongs to it...the cost also

Darlia Jefferson | Sep 30, 2018
Abby Schoenfeld | Sep 30, 2018

You can call RACC and ask but I think this is for Richmond Wildlife. RACC does not charge for picking up a stray but again I doubt they do racoons. Give them a call and they should tell you who to calk if they can't do it.

I’m a high school student who loves animals and would like to volunteer here and I was wondering how old do you have to be to volunteer and what is the process of being able to volunteer

Breonna | Sep 30, 2018
Abby Schoenfeld | Sep 30, 2018

I believe you have to be 18 years old to volunteer on your own. Go to their website and click on the tab to become a volunteer. You need to reach out to them and sign up to attend a short training session. If you want to walk dogs, you will need to attend a second training session that focuses on dog walking. After the first training session, they will email you a background check form that you must complete and return. Once the background check comes back they will email you and let you know if you are approved to be a volunteer. Then you have to buy a volunteer shirt ($15). Once approved and with a volunteer shirt you can show up anytime during volunteer hours and pet cats or walk dogs.

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Are there any laws about a dog that barks an chain up all day

Richard Taylor | Sep 30, 2018
Mike Maroney | Sep 30, 2018

Per City Code - Dogs may not be tethered for more than one hour in a 24 hour period. Please call Animal Control and report this.

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Do they offer care support for owned Pat's?

Linda Williams | Sep 30, 2018
Terri Reed | Sep 30, 2018

Unsure of what you are asking

Are you a no kill shelter ?

Jorge Hidalgo | Sep 30, 2018
Linda Williams | Sep 30, 2018

I am not sheltering my Family pet of 4 years care support is all....

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Is the Richmond SPCA open on weekends?

Gwendolyn Washington | Sep 30, 2018
Gwendolyn Washington | Sep 30, 2018

Thank you but would like to see a vet. My lil yorkie is itching and i dont know what to use?

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How much to retrieve your pet?

Benet Maher | Sep 30, 2017
En Esstah | Sep 30, 2017

$25 if you can prove animal has had a current rabies shot, or $50 if no proof of a rabies shot.

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How much is it to adopt a kitten

KurtzTL | Sep 30, 2017
Chris S | Sep 30, 2017

Yes they are great with adoptions and cost can be up to $110 for some kittens. But as others have said they do have events on occasion that reduce the cost

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