Chesterfield County Animal Control Officers are available to county residents to pick up stray or unwanted animals and handle animal nuisance complaints.  If you have an emergency (such as dog bites or injured animals) after hours and/or on the weekend, please call 911.


Frequently Asked Questions 

Q. Is there a humane society in the county?
A. Yes, Paws and Claws is a volunteer organization that works closely with us to care for and adopt the animals at our shelter. They are always looking for volunteers to help at the shelter on the weekends. The shelter is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 2pm for animal adoptions of suitable cats and dogs. There is a small fee and all animals adopted out must be spayed or neutered according to SC state law. 

Q. What is the law regarding rabies vaccinations?
A. SC state law requires that all dogs and cats receive a rabies vaccination. Chesterfield County offers rabies vaccination clinics each year. They normally place an ad in the local papers. The shots are offered at a discounted price and the clinics will be held throughout the county. 

Q. Is there a leash law in our county?
A. No but some towns do have leash laws. 

Q. What can I do about stray animals in my neighborhood?
A. Stray animals are a problem in Chesterfield County, when you find them in your neighborhood you have 2 (two) options; 

1.) Immediately bring them to the shelter and put them in the drop off pens/boxes.
2.) Immediately contact the shelter and file a report, Animal Control Officers will contact you. 

Q.  Does Animal Control pick up dead animals?
A. No, Animal Control does not pick up any dead animals. However the state will pick up dead animals in some instances; you can contact them at 843-623-2543.