Louisa County Animal Shelter

Louisa County Animal Shelter Louisa County Animal Shelter
18 Sacred Heart Ave
Mineral, Va 23117
(540)894-4219

The Louisa County Animal Shelter operates under guidelines of the Commonwealth of Virginia providing humane sheltering, care, adoption, and redemption of stray and surrendered animals. We strive to eliminate pet overpopulation by encouraging spay/neuter of animals, increase the public awareness by educating our citizens on responsible pet ownership, and to prevent any form of animal cruelty. We ar

e a county pound and we must maintain a few open runs for new intakes at all times. When we do fill up we work very hard not to euthanize for space by calling out to adopters and rescues for help.

Goose- Female mixed breed found between first and third street in Mineral Our goal is to reunite lost pets with their fa...
06/05/2026

Goose- Female mixed breed found between first and third street in Mineral

Our goal is to reunite lost pets with their families as quickly as possible. A successful return not only means a happy reunion, but also helps us maintain space at the shelter for other animals in need.
Please share this post to help us locate their owner(s).
Louisa County Animal Shelter operates in accordance with § 3.2-6546.
Please note: Animals are not available for adoption until the required stray hold period has ended and any necessary sterilization has been completed.

🌻 Meet Sunflower & Honeysuckle (“Sunny” & “Honey”) 🌼These adorable siblings are looking for a forever home! At around 5 ...
06/04/2026

🌻 Meet Sunflower & Honeysuckle (“Sunny” & “Honey”) 🌼

These adorable siblings are looking for a forever home! At around 5 months old, Sunny and Honey are full of puppy energy, curiosity, and love. As brother and sister, they’ve grown up together and spend their days playing, and exploring. Both puppies are eager to learn and would make wonderful additions to loving families.

Come meet these precious pups and see if one—or both!—might be the perfect fit for your home.

📍 Stop by the Louisa County Animal Shelter at 18 Sacred Heart Avenue in Mineral, Tuesday through Saturday from 12 PM to 5 PM.

🐾 View all available animals for adoption at:
https://www.louisacounty.gov/3269/Adopt-an-Animal

🐾 Kittens Available for Adoption! 🐾Looking to add a little love (and a lot of fun) to your life? We have some adorable k...
06/03/2026

🐾 Kittens Available for Adoption! 🐾

Looking to add a little love (and a lot of fun) to your life? We have some adorable kittens ready to find their forever homes! 💕

✅ Same-day adoptions available!

📍 Stop by: 18 Sacred Heart Avenue in Mineral
🕛 Tuesday through Saturday, 12 PM – 5 PM

🌸 Meet Periwinkle! 🌸Periwinkle is a beautiful 10-month-old English Pointer looking for a family of her very own!This swe...
06/02/2026

🌸 Meet Periwinkle! 🌸

Periwinkle is a beautiful 10-month-old English Pointer looking for a family of her very own!

This sweet girl is spayed, vaccinated, and ready to head home with her new family. Periwinkle is friendly with people and gets along well with other dogs, making her a wonderful companion for an active household.

Like many young pointers, Periwinkle is full of life and has plenty of love to give. She would thrive with a family that can provide her with exercise, adventure, and continued training as she grows into an amazing adult dog.

Please stop by 18 Sacred Heart Avenue in Mineral, Tuesday through Saturday from 12pm to 5pm to meet Miss Periwinkle!

You can also view all other animals available for adoption, at
https://www.louisacounty.gov/3269/Adopt-an-Animal See less

NEW STRAYS ALERT!Fru Fru- female rat terrier mix, found in the 1900 block of Oakland Rd in Louisa.Cowboy- Male hound, fo...
06/02/2026

NEW STRAYS ALERT!

Fru Fru- female rat terrier mix, found in the 1900 block of Oakland Rd in Louisa.

Cowboy- Male hound, found near the 8000 block of Cross County Rd

Our goal is to reunite lost pets with their families as quickly as possible. A successful return not only means a happy reunion, but also helps us maintain space at the shelter for other animals in need.
Please share this post to help us locate their owner(s).
Louisa County Animal Shelter operates in accordance with § 3.2-6546.
Please note: Animals are not available for adoption until the required stray hold period has ended and any necessary sterilization has been completed.

2 new strays, please help us get back home!Honeysuckle-Male lab mix-Fredricks Hall Rd and Mica Rd.Sunflower-Female lab m...
05/27/2026

2 new strays, please help us get back home!

Honeysuckle-Male lab mix-Fredricks Hall Rd and Mica Rd.

Sunflower-Female lab mix-Fredricks Hall Rd and Mica Rd.

Our goal is to reunite lost pets with their families as quickly as possible. A successful return not only means a happy reunion, but also helps us maintain space at the shelter for other animals in need.
Please share this post to help us locate their owner(s).
Louisa County Animal Shelter operates in accordance with § 3.2-6546.
Please note: Animals are not available for adoption until the required stray hold period has ended and any necessary sterilization has been completed.

Kitten fosters needed — help us save tiny lives!It’s kitten season, the time of year (spring through early fall) when un...
05/26/2026

Kitten fosters needed — help us save tiny lives!

It’s kitten season, the time of year (spring through early fall) when unspayed cats have litters and shelters see a huge surge of kittens. That means we’re bursting at the seams with orphaned kittens and nursing moms with babies.

Here’s the challenge: to be adoptable, every kitten must be spayed/neutered, and they need to weigh at least 2 pounds to have surgery. Many kittens end up just “waiting to make weight” in our kennels—using space we urgently need for incoming animals.

Foster homes change everything.

Provide a safe, cozy place for kittens or nursing litters to grow.
Help socialization so they’re confident, adoptable cats.
Free up critical shelter kennels for emergencies.
Short, flexible commitments—often just a few weeks until they hit 2 pounds.
We provide supplies, medical care, and support; you provide love and a temporary home.

Ready to foster kittens or a mom with babies? Apply today and be the bridge from intake to adoption. Your spare room could save a whole litter.

For more information:

Call us at: (540) 894-4219
Email us at: [email protected]
Or just stop by during our open hours!

Due to cases of kennel cough, the Louisa County Animal Shelter will suspend dog intake until the cases are successfully ...
05/20/2026

Due to cases of kennel cough, the Louisa County Animal Shelter will suspend dog intake until the cases are successfully treated. The public may still adopt dogs by appointment only during this time, but should note that the virus can be carried on clothing and entering the shelter should be avoided if very young or elderly dogs are present at home.

The Louisa County Bark Park, adjacent to the Animal Shelter, will be closed for the remainder of the week. The Bark Park will reopen on Monday, May 25, 2026.

What is Kennel Cough?
Kennel cough is a contagious respiratory illness that spreads quickly between dogs. Puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with weakened immune systems may be more vulnerable to the condition. Common symptoms include:
- Honking cough
- Sneezing or nasal discharge
- Lethargy
- Mild fever or loss of appetite

Updates
We are taking every precaution to care for the animals in our shelter and to prevent further spread of illness. Please follow louisacounty.gov for updates.

05/17/2026

The Louisa County Bark Park (next to the Animal Shelter) will be closed to the public until Tuesday, May 19.

UPDATE: Home safe!New stray, Please help her get back home!Muttley-Female mix breed- Found at Dongola Rd./Atkinson Rd. O...
05/13/2026

UPDATE: Home safe!
New stray, Please help her get back home!

Muttley-Female mix breed- Found at Dongola Rd./Atkinson Rd.

Our goal is to reunite lost pets with their families as quickly as possible. A successful return not only means a happy reunion, but also helps us maintain space at the shelter for other animals in need.
Please share this post to help us locate their owner(s).
Louisa County Animal Shelter operates in accordance with § 3.2-6546.
Please note: Animals are not available for adoption until the required stray hold period has ended and any necessary sterilization has been completed.

Address

18 Sacred Heart Avenue
Mineral, VA
23117

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+15408944219

Website

http://louisacounty.petfinder.com/, https://www.louisacounty.gov/3271/1

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