Site Developed and Maintained for the Dedicated Volunteers of the Humane Society of Fairfax County, Inc.
News and Upcoming Events
Click to view the 2012 Calendar of Events and Activities requiring volunteer support. (Revised routinely, please check back for updates).
Upcoming Events & Details
A local cat is running for Senate - visit www.hankforsenate.com - and Hank's people will donate $1 for every Facebook like they receive.
Spring - Woof Walk; Summer - Bark Bowl and a 5K; Fall - Fairfax City Festival, Toast to the Animals, Fairfax High School Craft Show (two-day event) are all tentatively scheduled and will require volunteer support. Please check back for details.
Newsletters & Updates
Click to view updates received from adopters!
2011 Volunteer Hours Summary Report (PDF)
Volunteer Newsletter | Fall (November), 2011 (PDF)
Volunteer Newsletter | Summer (August), 2011 (PDF)
Volunteer Newsletter | Spring (April) 2011 (PDF)
Animal Blogs!
Click here to view the Dog & Cat Blogs
Special Interest Items
Book Recommendations: "A Dog's Purpose" by W. Bruce Cameron - told in the first person through the eyes of a dog, check out this fantastic read and see if you really know what your dog is thinking. Also, "The Art of Racing in the Rain: A Novel" by Garth Stein.
In the mood for a fun video clip? Check out this one - but watch to the very end for an important message! Note: HSFC does not endorse any animal service providers on the third party site and inclusion of this video link should not be construed as an endorsement of any kind.
Legislative Items of Interest Regarding Animal Welfare Related Matters (Bills requiring support) (July, 2010)
Reggie (a most excellent piece of fiction!) (PDF)
Amazing Story of Friendship: Tara and Bella Beautiful Video! (2 min. 28 sec.) (Courtesy CBS News.com)
February 22, 2011 marked the HSUS 17th Annual Spay Day. There are a number of ways you can volunteer to make a difference and bring greater awareness to this critical service year round. Click here for details.
Myths and Facts about Spay/Neuter (courtesy of HSUS)
Not convinced? Click to view HSUS Pet Overpopulation Statistics (courtesy of HSUS)