Lost Animals

Owners of lost animals may contact the shelter with a description. Post lost animals on Winchester-Frederick Lost and Found Pets and other social media resources.

Owner Surrenders

Our staff can assist you with any possible alternatives to surrender over the phone. If no alternatives can be found, please make an appointment to surrender the animal.

If you have an animal related emergency contact Animal Control at (540) 662-6162

We would like to remind citizens to have a plan in place for their pets in the event they cannot care for them. Identify a caregiver and make sure your pet’s vaccinations are up to date in case they need to go to a boarding facility.

The Frederick County Esther Boyd Animal Shelter was established and designed to accept and house stray and unwanted dogs and cats of Frederick County. The shelter achieved its state certification in July of 1995. The operation of the shelter is overseen by the director of public works. The goals of the shelter are to provide humane care for the dogs and cats at the shelter, reunite lost pets with their owners, place dogs and cats in new homes, and to educate the public on responsible pet ownership.

Shelter Hours

Monday & Tuesday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday & Friday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sundays and Holidays
Closed

Wild Animal Emergencies

If you know of a wild animal that is injured, stranded, or otherwise in need of help, call Blue Ridge Wildlife at (540) 837-9000. Do not attempt to perform a rescue operation on your own. Wild animals can be unpredictable — especially when they are injured or trapped.

"The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his tongue."
- Anonymous