Category Archives: Animals

Fairfax County Deer Management Archery Program Begins Saturday, September 10

The Fairfax County Deer Management Archery Program begins on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 and runs through Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. Under the oversight of the Fairfax County Police Department, in collaboration with the Fairfax County Park Authority and NOVA Parks, the archery program is conducted in parks and other locations throughout Fairfax County. These signs are posted in archery program

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Animal Protection Police Investigating Two Fox Bite Cases in Springfield

On Monday, August 8, Fairfax County Animal Protection Police Officers responded to two reports of foxes that have come into contact with humans. The first incident occurred in the 8600 block of Kenilworth Drive, at around 10:33 a.m. An 81-year-old woman was in her front yard when she encountered and was bitten by a fox. She sought medical treatment at

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Public Information Meetings Scheduled for Deer Management

Two Public Information Meetings are being held and residents are invited to attend to learn about the Fairfax County Deer Management Program. The meetings will be held Tuesday, August, 2, 7 p.m. Fairfax Government Center, 12000 Government Center Pkwy., Conference Rooms 2 & 3 and Tuesday, August 16, 7 p.m. Mount Vernon District Station, 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, Community Room.

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Dog Dies after Being Left Inside Hot Car

Mason Police District – On Monday, July 25, police and fire personnel responded to the PetSmart located at 6100 Arlington Boulevard, around 12:23 p.m. for a report of a dog locked inside of a vehicle. Firefighters arrived and immediately determined that the dog was in distress. They entered the vehicle and attempted to cool the dog down but were unsuccessful.

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What’s Good for the Goose… Wildlife Officials Discourage Feeding Canada Geese

Canada geese are among the most well-known birds in Fairfax County and a valued member of the wildlife community. It is a popular practice for residents to feed geese and other waterfowl in our parks, business areas, and on private property. Many people believe that feeding geese contributes to the overall health and survival of the animal. Others enjoy feeding

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