Animal Control

Animal Control
The county animal control officers enforce animal control regulations adopted by the Greene County Board of Supervisors in accordance with state law.

Dogs are prohibited from running at-large in certain restrictive areas of the county. Dog and kennel licenses must be purchased by January 31, of each year. Animal Control officers may be contacted at (434) 985-2222 during the hours of 8a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Animal Shelter
The Greene County Animal Shelter operates under guidelines from the Commonwealth of Virginia to temporarily house stray or injured animals, provide for adoption of as many animals as possible and to humanely follow procedures for euthanasia for unwanted animals. The Shelter strives to encourage, promote, and preserve responsibility pet ownership and to prevent any form of cruelty to animals.
The hours of operation are: Monday-Tuesday 10am.-2pm., Wednesday-Thursday closed, Friday, 10am.-2pm., Saturday 10am.-3pm., Sunday closed. The Animal Shelter is located at 358 Mays Road and can be reached by calling 985-5210